NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene · 1 month ago
Senior Solicitation Writer, Office of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer
Queens, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelThe NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is responsible for protecting and improving the health of New Yorkers. They are seeking a Senior Solicitation Writer to coordinate the release, receipt, evaluation, and award of competitive solicitations, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and managing multiple document revisions.
Health Care
Responsibilities
In collaboration with subject matter experts, write solicitation documents for competitive procurements and M/WBE Small Purchases. Such documents include Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Competitive Sealed Bids, and Requests for Quote
Review and synthesize programmatic procurement requests relating to complex subject matters including public health policy and administration
Produce high quality specifications within processing timelines and in compliance with NYC Procurement Policy Board Rules, NYC Charter, and NYC Health Department 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 and M/WBE Small Purchase procurement documents
Coordinate the receipt and evaluation of proposals/bids
Process contracts and other procurement requirements 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
Perform necessary research, investigate, and fact-check for various licenses, certifications, and related compliance requirements that come along with the various roles/work requested by programmatic units
Utilize Agency and Citywide automated tracking systems in the processing and approval of all assigned work
Update monitoring systems on a regular basis
Identify challenges and research solutions on procurement and contract matters; correspond with program and ACCO Senior Staff for rapid resolution
Participate in meetings concerning procurement portfolio and produce accurate reports of procurement actions
Assist the Unit Director with the training of new staff and reviewing the work of more junior staff
Exercise independent judgment with wider latitude in managing project timelines and tasks
Carry out special projects as needed
Qualification
Required
A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health
A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization
A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2' above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in '2' above
Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in '1' and '2' above
Preferred
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills
Experience writing specifications, statements of work (SOW), and/or contract scopes of work
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
Ability to work independently and as a team player
Ability to multi-task and adapt to a fast-paced work environment with changing priorities
Desire to grow professionally, develop new skills and willingness to work outside of comfort zone
Excellent research skills, including the ability to identify credible sources, extract key insights, and present findings in a clear and organized manner
Benefits
A premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
A tax-deferred savings program
A robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Company
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is a Hospital & Health Care company.
Founded in 1866
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jose Ortiz
Chief Technology Officer
Aaron Anderson
CFO/Deputy Commissioner
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