Senior Compliance Manager, Contractor & Supplier Diversity

Sr. Compliance Manager, Contractor & Supplier Diversity

Reporting to the Director, Office of Contractor & Supplier Diversity, the Sr. Compliance Manager will assist with developing and monitoring Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) participation goals and maximizing program compliance. The Sr. Compliance Manager will also refine and manage reporting and tracking systems, as well as prepare required reports.

Work Performed :

• Research, develop and negotiate MWBE and SDVOB participation goals with project sponsors or entities with ESD contracts.
• Solicit, review and track compliance of MWBE and SDVOB utilization, commitments, and workforce participation.
• Ensure data is accurately reflected in tracking systems and databases.
• Manage MWBE and SDVOB utilization for multiple high-profile projects, tracking compliance with NYS Executive Law Articles 15-A and Article 3 of the New York Veterans' Services Law.
• Review procurement, grant, and contract documents to ensure that applicable MWBE and SDVOB provisions and relevant requirements are accurately included.
• Liaise with contractors and grantees to identify legal MWBE, SDVOB and workforce requirements.
• Provide individualized technical assistance to contractors, vendors, and grantees.
• Present and participate in panel discussions, workshops and other activities at conferences and events.
• Analyze, recommend, and update internal MWBE and SDVOB compliance and business processes, as necessary.
• Prepare quarterly and annual contract compliance reports and other procurement reports, as necessary.
• Provide support to the Director of the Office of Contractor & Supplier Diversity and AVP of the Office of Contractor & Supplier Diversity on MWBE and SDVOB marketing, outreach, compliance, and project management oversight, as necessary.
• Ensure adherence to diversity and best practices and provide the highest standard of customer service to all stakeholders.
• Participate in weekly, monthly, and quarterly office, interdepartmental and division-wide meetings and / or webinars.
• Complete projects, tasks and other duties as assigned by the Director of Contractor & Supplier Diversity and / or AVP of the Office of Contractor & Supplier Diversity.

Minimum Qualifications :

Education Level required : Bachelor's degree required.

Experience required : 4+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably within state government, including areas such as MWBE, SDVOB, contract administration, regulatory compliance, grant administration, and / or construction. Strong experience in contract compliance and financial auditing is preferred. Or 3+ years of relevant experience, with a required minimum of 2 of those years working directly on MWBE and SDVOB programs in a state government environment, with a specific focus on contracts.

Knowledge required : Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and using contract and data management systems. Excellent interpersonal skills and outstanding oral and written communication skills are required.

Additional Comments :

Salary range as specified. Comprehensive Benefits Package.