NYC Parks is an award-winning city agency that builds and cares for public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play and enjoy. These public spaces, encompassing over 5,000 properties and 14% of the city’s land and coastline, include seawalls and waterfronts, pedestrian bridges, beaches and boardwalks, parks and playgrounds, historic houses, recreation centers and pools.
Major Responsibilities
• Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgement, responsible for writing specs, bidding, awarding and administration of service contracts.
• Use PassPort and Financial Management System (FMS) to process contract solicitation and registration.
• Maintain internal tracking database and review reports to ensure that all contract encumbrances and expenditures are accurate.
• Ensure all citywide procurement policies are followed in processing of contracts, including Minority and Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) compliance.
• Work closely with Budget and Accounts Payable units to ensure proper funding and prompt payments are made.
• Responsible for working with internal Project Managers and contractors to resolve contract issues and adhere to city procurement rules.
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in “1” above.
Preferred Skills
1. Bachelor’s degree and experience in a professional, technical or administrative capacity in contract management or procurement.
2. Experience with FMS, Automated Procurement Tracking (APT), Procurement Policy Board Rules, VENDEX and/or the procurement process in government.
3. Excellent computer and organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
4. Excellent writing, interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
Additional Information
MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 07/28/2023. Previous applicants to Job ID# 580885 are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request.
nyc.gov/parks
To Apply
Parks Employees:
1) From a Parks computer: Access Employee Self Service (ESS) from the Parks Intranet under Applications or use this link: https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet/. Once in ESS, go to Careers and search for Job ID# 591293. Do not access ESS using nyc.gov/ess from a Parks computer.
Parks & City Employees:
2) From a Non-Parks computer: Access Employee Self Service (ESS) by going to nyc.gov/ess or use this link: https://a127-ess.nyc.gov/. Once in ESS, go to Careers and search for Job ID# 591293.
Include your ERN and Job ID# 591293 on your cover letter and resume.
All other applicants:
Go to nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID# 591293.
Public Svc Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF .
Work Location
Arsenal West, Manhattan
Residency Requirement
Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.
POSTING DATE
06/30/2023
POST UNTIL
07/28/2023
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.