Assistant Director M/WBE Programs

The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the greater public good. 

 

We currently have an opportunity for an Assistant Director, M/WBE (Opportunity) Programs to work at our headquarters in Albany, NY.  The Assistant Director, M/WBE (Opportunity) Programs supervises the highly diversified and complex operations of the Opportunity Programs unit, ensuring pre- and post-award compliance with Executive Law, Article 15-A and Public Authorities Law, Set-Aside Legislation. Weekly travel is required.

 

The starting salary for this position is $85,413. 

 

Primary Responsibilities:

 

· Develop and supervise implementation of contract compliance programs.

· Assign minority, women and small business enterprises (M/WBE) goal values to all applicable DASNY funded contracts.

· Develop and monitor implementation of remedial programs and procedures designed to mitigate the effects of systemic discrimination against minority group members and women.

· Conduct pre-award reviews of all proposed construction contractors, construction consultants and professional service firms, in relation to compliance with pre-award requirements of Executive Law, Article 15-A.

· Supervise implementation of post-award monitoring programs.

· Coordinate and participate in compliance hearings, and recommend imposition of fines and sanctions against contractors determined to be in deliberate non-compliance with the provisions of Article 21 (Affirmative Action) of their general conditions contracts.

· Supervise the outreach program to M/WBE.

· Facilitate early intervention when M/WBE are reportedly experiencing difficulties with carrying out the provisions of their contracts, subcontracts and purchase orders.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

· Bachelor’s degree plus seven years relevant experience, including four years supervisory experience in an M/WBE program. 

· Working knowledge of Article 15-A of the Executive Law, Affirmative Action contract compliance and other applicable laws and an understanding of the impact and application of such laws/regulations.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration or Construction Management plus seven years relevant experience, including four years experience supervising and evaluating professional staff in an M/WBE program. 

· Management experience. 

· Working knowledge of Article 15-A of the Executive Law, Affirmative Action contract compliance and other applicable laws and an understanding of the impact and application of such laws/regulations.

 

All Applicants must also have:

 

· Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills.

· Comprehensive knowledge of management principles.

· Excellent oral and written communications skills.

· Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

· Strong interpersonal skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize.

· Proficiency in PC applications such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and Access.

· Basic knowledge of accounting principles.

 

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:

 Choice of several health insurance plansDental & vision insuranceMembership in the NYS Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Investment Plan13 vacation days per year13 sick days per year5 days of personal leave per year12 paid holidays per yearTuition reimbursementTraining & development opportunities

If you feel that your knowledge & experience would be a good match for an Assistant Director, Opportunity Programs position, please apply by sending your resume to:

 

Stacey Abrams

Human Resources

Dormitory Authority - State of New York

515 Broadway, Albany, NY  12207

Jobopps2@dasny.org

Fax: (518) 257-3550

 

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All offers will be contingent upon a thorough & in depth background check and submission of documents validating educational, professional and work credentials.