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, Contractor & Supplier Diversity 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, master's degree preferred.

Experience required : 5-7 years of experience, preferably in state government, in some combination of MWBE and / or SDVOB, contract administration, regulatory compliance, grant administration, and / or construction. Contract compliance and financial auditing experience is preferred.

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.