Position Information

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AgencyGeneral Services, Office of

TitleContract Management Specialist 2 - VID 202022

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Empire State Plaza

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12242

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Contract Management Specialist 2’s primary function is to serve as a member of a Vendor Responsibility team, performing detailed assessments of vendor responsibility for all proposed contract awards. The role involves reviewing financial and legal disclosures, analyzing vendor performance history, and ensuring documentation complies with State requirements and internal policies.

• Conduct in-depth vendor responsibility reviews using VendRep, OSC resources, and internal documentation.
• Validate vendor disclosures and supporting documentation, such as financial statements, legal filings, and staffing certifications.
• Identify and escalate red flags or risk indicators to the Vendor Responsibility Manager.
• Draft and maintain accurate records of determinations and findings.
• Respond to staff and vendor inquiries regarding documentation requirements.
• Maintain a case management tracking system for all open reviews.
• Support post-award compliance monitoring or re-evaluations.
• Participate in the development of internal training and FAQs on VR procedures.
• Supervising and/or assisting team members with complex VR’s ensuring that work conforms to agency and statewide purchasing policies and/or agency requirements.
• Keep management apprised of any possible problems or delays.
Preferred Qualifications:
• 3–5 years of experience in procurement operations, audit, or compliance.
• Strong research and critical thinking skills.
• Familiarity with VendRep, SFS, and NYSCR systems preferred.
• Excellent writing and documentation skills.

Minimum Qualifications NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.

Current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service in a position allocated to a Grade 21 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 or 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources/SP

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax (518) 486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and, if less than full time, the average hours worked per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.