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City of New York · 2 months ago

Assistant Director, Agency Engagement & Operations (OM/WBE)

New York City, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $97K/yr

4+ years exp

The City of New York is dedicated to overseeing city services and ensuring efficient public administration. They are seeking an Assistant Director for Agency Engagement & Operations to develop policies and strategies for Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises, improve contracting processes, and coordinate with various city agencies.

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Responsibilities

Working closely with the M/WBE Deputy Director of AEO (Deputy Director) to develop overall policy and implementation strategies for OM/WBE

Supporting Deputy Director in expanding and improving the technical structures enabling agencies to assess data, coordinate outreach, and improve M/WBE contracting

Project management tasks in support of program initiatives/special projects

Establishing clear and consistent communications with internal and external stakeholders, communicating goals, timelines and deliverables

Proactively engaging agencies to identify areas of limited or no vendor availability

Working with SBS to proactively evaluate agency needs and developing strategies to attract new vendors and growing the market

Collaborating with MOCS & SBS to review agency reports tracking agency utilization of certified M/WBEs and general program development in accordance with OM/WBE goals

Supporting the development of an annual strategic plan for this work, including key initiatives, work plans, and deliverables

Reviewing Local, State, and Federal law to apply best practices to improve governing legislation and better address barriers, increase contract access, and promote accountability

Leveraging M/WBE convergence with other Strategic Policy Initiatives and new economies

Creating alignment between policies, practices, and regulations across agencies

Managing consultant contracts and agency participation in reports and program interventions

Developing training decks and best practices on M/WBE programmatic requirements for agency procurement staff

Working with Deputy Director to develop strategies to increase engagement and build relationships with agencies’ M/WBE procurement teams

Representing OM/WBE at Citywide trainings, meetings, networking events and conferences

Other related responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

Project management certificationM/WBE laws experienceMicrosoft 365 proficiencyProcess streamliningChange management skillsTraining developmentResearch skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsCritical thinkingPresentation skills

Required

Do you have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university?

Do you have an associate degree from an accredited college or university along with two (2) years of experience with administrative, analytic, coordinative, supervisory or liaison responsibilities?

Do you have a four-year high school diploma, or its educational equivalent approved by a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) years of experience as described in question '2' above?

Do you have a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to that described in questions '1,' '2,' and/or '3' above?

Preferred

Project management certification

Experience streamlining processes and incorporating technology platforms to create shortcuts for or bypass manual processes (ex: Microsoft Power Automate)

Familiarity with Local Law 1, Procurement Policy Board Rules, and Local, State, and Federal procurement requirements

Relevant experience with external and Intergovernmental Affairs, M/WBE laws, or public policy

Working knowledge of information City-specific IT applications including FMS, Passport, B2G, etc

Strong leadership and change management skills

Experience developing and implementing trainings for stakeholders on regulatory and programmatic requirements

Ability to build partnerships with Sr. Staff, managers, supervisors, and employees, and operate as a trusted advisor

Extensive experience using Microsoft 365 including but not limited to: Sharepoint, Teams, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Outlook

Ability to research and synthesize complex issues

Strong presentation and critical thinking skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills