About the Role
Serve as the primary MWBD analyst for assigned agencies/authorities, focusing on MWBE reporting and procurement activities in accordance with New York State Executive Law Article 15-A. Keep management informed of significant issues, trends, and developments with written findings and recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Serve as MWBD Analyst to assigned agencies/authorities.
- Analyze and evaluate agency/authority annual goal plans and quarterly utilization reports for compliance.
- Conduct periodic meetings with agencies/authorities to discuss MWBD reporting and progress.
- Report and provide recommended follow-up to MWBD Division management.
- Anticipate and report issues and concerns related to agencies/authorities MWBD utilization or other 15-A reporting requirements to management.
- Assist in conducting MWBD program reviews of agency/authority contracts, documents, and procurement records.
- Monitor and conduct periodic surveys related to agency/authority 15-A programs.
- Review and approve B-1184 Agency spending in The Agency Spending Controls Application (ASCA).
- Plan and conduct training, orientation, and technical assistance programs for agencies/authorities regarding MWBD reporting and compliance.
- Coordinate reporting and compliance efforts regarding vendor certification status and MWBD credit.
- Review and make corrective suggestions/recommendations that adhere to MWBD best practices standards.
- Identify and coordinate agency/authority outreach and trainings related activity.
- Train and assist agencies/authorities with searching the database of certified MWBEs.
- Communicate directives from MWBD Division to agencies/authorities and provide related feedback.
- Prepare and report on agency/authority MWBD program reporting.
- Develop correspondence, surveys, and reports for internal or external distribution.
- Identify agencies/authorities for remedial plans or enhanced technical assistance initiatives.
- Issue notices of remedial plan or enhanced technical assistance requirements.
- Meet with, monitor, make recommendations, and report on agencies/authorities’ remedial plans or enhanced technical assistance initiative progress.
- Perform other special projects as reasonably required.
- Travel may be required.
Requirements
- Applicants must submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
- Bachelor’s degree or an associate degree with two additional years of experience.
- 5+ years of experience in noted areas.
- Some policy experience.
- Progressive administrative, bookkeeping, or office management experience.
- Experience working in economically distressed communities or with Minority or Woman-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Experience in organizational change and program development.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Location
- In-office presence required
Work Type
- Hybrid work schedules may be possible
Experience Level
- 5+ years of experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree or Associate degree
Equal Opportunity
- Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
