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About the Role

This position is with HCR’s Affordable Housing Corporation (AHC). This is not a civil service position, and a civil service exam is not required. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications outlined below to be considered.

Responsibilities

Provide executive-level leadership in the development, evaluation, and oversight of all procurement methodologies.
Partner with the VP to shape the strategic direction of procurement, contract administration, and related administrative functions.
Serve as the primary leadership backup to the VP, including attending meetings on the VP’s behalf and providing authoritative guidance.
Provide strategic oversight and leadership to the Director of Procurement/Contracts and procurement staff.
Act as a senior advisor to procurement staff, offering expert guidance on complex procurement issues.
Lead, in collaboration with the VP, the organization’s procurement lifecycle.
Approve purchase orders within SAP and the New York State Financial System (SFS).
Provide leadership in the management and optimization of procurement technology platforms.
Ensure all procurement and contracting activities adhere to legal, regulatory, and organizational standards.
Oversee the evaluation, clarification, and negotiation of contract terms and procurement documentation.
Review procurement recommendations and contract actions with the VP prior to executive and oversight approvals.
Provide leadership in administering the mini-bid process among pre-qualified vendor panels.
Oversee, with the VP, the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for procurement and contract administration.
Support the VP in shaping procurement policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Serve as a senior liaison to auditors and compliance entities.
Lead the coordination and management of audit documentation requests and responses to oversight bodies.
Oversee the creation and maintenance of procurement tracking systems.
Champion procurement best practices and performance metrics (KPIs).
Provide leadership in the preparation of procurement reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure procurement and contract files are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
Build and sustain strong relationships with internal departments.
Support the VP in developing and delivering procurement training programs.
Advise executive leadership on procurement strategies, risks, and opportunities.
Provide guidance on subrecipient procurement activities.
Lead and coordinate responses to Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests related to procurement and contracting.
Prepare procurement-related materials, briefings, and reports for executive leadership and Board review.
Perform additional leadership duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business or related field.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in procurement management, ideally within a public sector or government-regulated environment.
At least 4 years of experience in a management or leadership role.
Proven track record of collaborative problem-solving, strategic thinking, and high-quality writing in a complex, fast-paced, and multi-stakeholder environment.
Experience in finance (fiscal operations/budgets) a plus.
Experience with subrecipient agreements a plus.
Creating and implementing policy/procedures experience a plus.
Experience in working with automated system for contracts a plus.
CDBG-DR knowledge and experience a plus.
Knowledgeable in New York State and federal procurement rules, regulations, policies and best practices.
Proven ability to handle competing priorities.
Proven ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with vendors, agency management and program staff to solve problems and recommend positive solutions.
Strong management and organizational skills.
Shared organizational value for integrity, flexibility and professional/ethical behavior.
A can-do attitude.
Ability to understand and problem solve sensitive matters.
Ability to be discreet.

Skills

Procurement Management
Public Sector Procurement
Government Regulations
Competitive Solicitations
Proposal Management
Leadership
Team Management
Decision Making
Problem-Solving
Strategic Thinking
Writing
Finance
Subrecipient Agreements
Policy and Procedure Development
Automated Contract Systems
CDBG-DR
New York State Procurement Rules
Federal Procurement Rules
Handling Competing Priorities
Independent Work
Cross-functional Collaboration
Vendor Relations
Organizational Skills
Integrity
Flexibility
Professional Ethics
Sensitive Matter Resolution
Discretion

Location

New York City
Albany
Buffalo
Syracuse

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
Management
Leadership

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Benefits

Extensive benefits package
Paid leave
Health benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Retirement benefits with the New York State & Local Employees’ Retirement System
Promotional opportunity
Work-life balance
37.5-hour work week
Vacation leave
Sick leave
Personal days
Federal Holidays
Compressed scheduling opportunity
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Paid Family Leave
Eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Cash in for Wellness program
Tuition reimbursement program
Vacation Leave Buy-Back program
Access to Plum Benefits
Optical reimbursement program
Hearing aid reimbursement program
Podiatric expenses reimbursement program

About the Company

New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State.
NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
HCR is committed to developing a workforce that represents the diverse population of New York State.
Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State’s housing resources.
We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo, and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low- and moderate-income families.
Our mission is far reaching, encompassing single and multifamily housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development.
We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders.
Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, construction, finance, law, and many other areas of expertise.
We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical, and caring.
Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work.

Equal Opportunity

New York State is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)