The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) partners with personnel throughout the Agency to procure quality goods and services, at fair and reasonable prices, in accordance with the City Charter, Procurement Policy Board Rules and Directives issued by the Mayors Office of Contract Services. ACCO provides training, written and verbal technical assistance, and creative solutions to ensure that the procurement needs of DOHMH are met in a responsible manner.

Location: 42 09 28^th Street, LIC, NY 11101

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) within the Division of Finance is seeking to hire a temporary RFP/Specifications Writer. With a staff of more than 6,000 and a budget of $1.6 billion, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is the nations premier local health agency. Its more than 100 programs protect and promote the health of the worlds most culturally and linguistically diverse city.

RESPONSIBILITIES

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• In collaboration with subject matter experts, write solicitation documents for competitive procurements. Such documents include Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Competitive Sealed Bids, and Requests for Quote.
• Produce high quality specifications within processing timelines and in compliance with NYC Procurement Policy Board Rules, NYC Charter, and DOHMH policies and procedures.
• Accurately and efficiently manage content of all assigned procurements, including following up with relevant personnel, and managing multiple document revisions.
• Coordinate the release of competitive procurement documents. Coordinate the receipt and evaluation of proposals/bids. Process contracts and other procurement requirement for vendors/providers that are recommended for contract award.
• Review and revise contract scopes of work and contract budgets to ensure alignment with both the solicitation document and agency requirements.
• Utilize Agency and Citywide systems in the processing and approval of all assigned work. Update monitoring systems on a regular basis.
• Identify challenges and solutions on procurement and contract matters; correspond with program and ACCO Senior Staff for rapid resolution.
• Participate in meetings concerning procurement portfolio and provide accurate status of procurement actions.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a closely related field, and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area. 18 months of this experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing professional work in the areas described above; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in the areas described in "1" above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience, as described in "1" above.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

FPHNYC offers a comprehensive benefits package. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills
• Experience writing specifications, statements of work (SOW), and/or contract scopes of work
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

• Ability to multi-task and adapt to a fast-paced work environment with changing priorities

There is potential for this position to transition to DOHMH and therefore candidates must meet DOHMH eligibility requirement including NYC residency.

TO APPLY

To apply, send Resume, with Cover Letter, including how your experience relates to this position. We ask that you do not contact our staff directly and no phone inquiries please. Applicants who best match the position needs will be contacted.

The Fund for Public Health in New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply.