CUNY???s Supplier Diversity program has an ambitious agenda to promote and engage minority, women, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses for CUNY???s business opportunities. The Contract Compliance Assistant Manager will work to deliver on CUNY???s vision of maximizing business opportunities for the communities that the University is designed to serve by working to ensure contractor compliance and support the accurate utilization reporting. Reporting directly to the Director of Supplier Diversity, the successful candidate work closely with the campus Business Office.

Additional responsibilities includes, but will not be limited to the following:

Provides support to Business Offices by proactively managing contract compliance with supplier diversity requirements, and collecting contractually required documentation;
Performs analyses on applicable procurements for appropriateMinority- and Women-owned Business Enterprises(MWBE) +Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses(SDVOB) goal setting;
Monitors procurements and contracts to ensure supplier diversity requirements are met and the Business Offices are supported;
Works closely with the Central Office of Procurement to support the eProcurement software launch;
Maintains monthly and quarterly statistical reports on supplier diversity utilization and submits reports as required to oversight agencies and CUNY stakeholders, or upon request;
Develops new procedures, control and reporting mechanisms as necessary;
Analyzes system-wide expense data to assist in development and growth of the Supplier Diversity program;
Makes recommendations to policies and procedures to increase the utilization of certified firms;
Organizes and participates in events both onsite and Tri-State area, which may involve carrying and lifting presentation materials up to 25lbs.

NOTE: Until further notice, work will be performed in a hybrid manner with 70% onsite presence. All CUNY employees must reside within a commutable distance to the Tri-State area.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior vendor outreach and/or procurement experience required;
Excellent evaluation and research skills;
Advanced knowledge in MS Office and database applications;
Advanced knowledge in Excel spreadsheet formulas;
Detail oriented with excellent writing, organizational skills plus strong presentation, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills;
Willingness and ability to travel to events in the Tri-State, transport and setup materials up to 25lbs;
Ability to work effectively individually and collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders and constituents of various levels; and
New York State Driver???s License holder preferred.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Coordinates matters related to procurement under management direction.

Maintains accounts, budgets, contracts, agreements, and documentation related to the procurement process
Analyzes procurement practices, procedures, and responsibilities, developing process documentation and identifying potential improvements
Maintains College and University systems that manage and track procurement activities
Assumes responsibility for selected procurement projects
Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary range: $55,340 ??? $66,670, negotiable to commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

Note:As of May 27, 2022, employees in select titles must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless granted a religion accommodation or a medical exemption.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, submit a position focused cover letter and resume with your online application.Your cover letter should clearly explain how your experience and credentials fulfill the duties andqualifications outlined.

The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:https://home.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psp/cnyepprd/GUEST/HRMS/c/HRSHRAM.HRSCE.GBL?Page=

HRSCEJOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=24028&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1

CLOSING DATE

Position is opened until filled, resume review will begin on April 7, 2022.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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About CUNY City University of New York (System Level)

The City University of New York provides high-quality, accessible education for more than 269,000 degree-credit students and 270,000 adult, continuing and professional education students at 25 campuses across New York City. The University is an integrated system of senior and community colleges, graduate and professional schools, research centers, institutes and consortia. From certificate courses to Ph.D. programs, CUNY offers postsecondary learning to students of all backgrounds. It provides the city with graduates trained for high-demand positions in the sciences, technology, mathematics, teaching, nursing and other fields. As CUNY has grown, the University also has strengthened its mission as a premier research institution, building an array of modern facilities and expanding the ranks of its world-class faculty. Throughout its history, the University has been an integral part of the city and state through partnerships with public schools, economic development initiatives, immigration aid and financial advice services and other community outreach programs. Today, CUNY faculty and staff continue to benefit New York City — as well as the entire nation — by serving as policy exper...ts to business and government, advisers to nonprofit institutions, civic organizations and community groups. Students, too, are strongly encouraged to experience the cultural, educational and community-based opportunities of the five boroughs, through a network of internships and fellowships, to embracing the city as their campus.

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