Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 06/10/21
Applications Due: 06/21/21
Vacancy ID: 87642
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleProject Assistant, Box CFO-489/51541
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $56604 to $71980 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
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? No
Location
County Albany
Street Address Office of Chief Financial Officer
Contract Administration Unit
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12234
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in procurement and/or contracting. A master’s degree may substitute for one year of qualifying experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference may be given to candidate who possess experience with NYS procurement and contracting laws and guidelines.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of the Chief Financial Officer is seeking candidates for a Project Assistant position in the Contract Administration Unit. Under the supervision of a Contract Management Specialist 2 and the oversight of the Director of the Contract Administration Unit, the Project Assistant will assist with procuring and contracting for Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools (EANS) program services and assistance, including improvements to ventilation systems, such as window and air purification system repairs. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Work with program office staff within the Department to develop and release requests for proposals and other types of solicitations to procure services and assistance under EANS;
• Review evaluation instruments, single and sole source requests, and other procurement instruments, to ensure that procurement documents and processes meet legal, regulatory, and other requirements;
• Prepare contracts and assist with various aspects of contract processing;
• Serve as a Department liaison on procurement and contract matters with other State agencies, as needed;
• Provide advice and assistance to Department program managers with focus in the areas of compliance with procurement laws, regulations, and policies;
• Review contract documentation to determine level of compliance with Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise requirements and assist contractors and grantees in achieving compliance; and
• Perform other projects and assignments, as assigned.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a temporary appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and work history will be required at the time of interview for all candidates.
* Leads to a maximum salary of $71,980 based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 1, 2021 to OMSJOBS@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (CFO-489/51541) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by SED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your State employment history.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Telephone (518) 474-5215
Fax (518) 486-5631
Email Address omsjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM Room 528EB
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12234
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 1, 2021 to OMSJOBS@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (CFO-489/51541) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by SED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your State employment history.
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