*Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered. *This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.BASIC FUNCTION: Ensure compliance with Public Authorities Law, NYS Finance Law, NYS Tax Laws and ESD Procurement Guidelines. WORK PERFORMED:
- Review and sign off on competitive solicitation advertisements, RFP s, RFQ s, NYS Contract Reporter Ads, Contract Reporter Exemptions and Notices to Proceed, to ensure compliance with Public Authorities Law, NYS Finance Law, NYS Tax Laws and ESD Procurement Guidelines.
- Maintain procurement record for solicitations of goods/services over $50,000.
- Manage and document bid opening process.
- Review and sign off on Board of Directors Materials as they pertain to compliance with ESD Procurement Guidelines.
- Review and sign off on Commitment Request Packages to ensure compliance with ESD Procurement Guidelines for goods and services over $50,000.
- Prepare quarterly and annual procurement reports.
- Assist with the development, implementation and monitoring of internal controls.
- Assist Legal Department in updating ESD Procurement Guidelines to include newly mandated compliance requirements.
- Ascertain compliance with OSC & NYS Contract Reporter processing and reporting requirements.
- Provide procurement training workshops on a regular basis.
- Projects as assigned by Department Head.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education Level required: bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or Finance preferred. Associate year degree with a minimum of 5 years experience; Or, any equivalent combination of direct relevant experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Public sector experience a plus. Experience required: 3-5+ years in procurement field with supervisory experience helpful. Knowledge required: Knowledge of public sector procurement practices, policies, procedures, and internal controls. Excellent written and oral communication skills a must.