Review Vacancy
AgencyAgriculture & Markets, Department of
TitleContract Management Specialist 1, G18
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $46529 to $61270 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for Appointment:
Reassignment Qualifications: One year of permanent competitive service as a Contract Management Specialist 1, Grade 18.
70.1 Transfer Qualifications: One year of permanent, competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Qualifying titles include Auditor 1, Economic Development Program Specialist 1, and Senior Budgeting Analyst. Titles such as Program Aide, Office Assistant 3, and Administrative Assistant 1 may be eligible for transfer to Trainee level 1.
70.4 Transfer Qualifications: You must have permanent service in a title within two salary grades or one management/confidential grade and have served permanently for one year in that title.
AND
You must have passed the most recent Professional Career Opportunities examination (PCO) or Public Administration Transition Test (PATT), may be eligible for transfer to Trainee level 1.
55-b/c Qualification:
1. If you are interested in this position, please submit a copy of your Department of Civil Service eligibility letter, your current resume and a cover letter by September 25, 2022 by using the below application link: https://fs30.formsite.com/zMiW7u/5daykmjljv/index.html
2. Information about the Workers with Disabilities 55-b and the Veterans with Disabilities employment
program 55-c can be found at https://www.cs.ny.gov/dpm/c55.cfm
Duties Description Department Summary:
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, through its various divisions and programs, promotes New York agriculture and its high-quality and diverse products, fosters agricultural environmental stewardship, and safeguards the State’s food supply, land, and livestock to ensure the viability and growth of New York’s agriculture industries.
If you would like to work for a premier agency focused on enhancing the quality of life for the people of New York State by supporting production of agriculture; ensuring safe, nutritious, and accessible food supply; providing economic opportunities for farm and rural residents, then the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is for you.
To learn more about our agency and our mission, please visit https://www.agriculture.ny.gov/
Standard Duties:
This position provides critical support to the agency with regard to complex procurement rules, and must be well versed in the State Finance Law and OSC’s Rules and Regulations. Expertise in these areas ensures that the Department complies with the law in terms of use of preferred sources, minority and women owned businesses, and small businesses, as well as other procurement guidelines.
The Contracts Unit is instrumental in documenting the procurement record that must be submitted to OSC with each contract that exceeds $50,000, ensuring that all documentation is provided to required standards, with meticulous oversight, and in accordance with OSC guidelines. This position will provide support in this function, as well as assisting with Request for Proposal development, reviewing proposals for mandatory requirements, assisting staff and grant applicants with use of the Grants Gateway, coordinating the evaluation process, completing scoring documents, assisting with checking references and vendor responsibility checks, and other activities associated with complex procurements.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruitment@agriculture.ny.gov
Address
Notes on ApplyingCandidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to this position must complete our online employment application and upload their cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript(s) to the system. Our online employment application can be found here: https://fs30.formsite.com/zMiW7u/5daykmjljv/index.html
The deadline to apply is September 25, 2022.
If you have any questions, please contact Laura Osa in Human Resources at (518) 457-3216 or recruitment@agriculture.ny.gov.
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