Director, Legal Contracts and Procurement

1 week ago

New York, United States City of New York Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Description

The NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service.

The Legal Affairs Division serves as the in-house legal department for DOF, providing professional and comprehensive legal advice and services supporting a full range of city tax and other revenue-related matters. Legal Affairs Division attorneys and staff handle various legal issues, including real property taxes and exemptions, business income and excise taxes, collections, parking violations, treasury, land registry, Conciliation Bureau conferences, FOIL, and employment law.

DOF Legal Affairs seeks to hire a Director for Legal Contracts and Procurement with experience managing complex contracts and procurement matters. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Director will serve as the lead contract attorney for DOF's contracting and procurement matters. The duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

- Conduct legal research and analysis on complex and contract and procurement matters. Provide legal counsel matters based on a strong understanding of City, State and Federal procurement laws, rules and regulations and procurement laws.
- Manage and fully handle the legal review and processing of contract related legal documents regarding DOF agreements, leases, business documents, and contracts, including contracts, renewals, amendments and purchasing related documents. Ensure compliance with existing contract and procurement law, rules and regulations.
- Direct the contract related legal functions in Legal Affairs. Supervise the work of attorneys assigned to assist with contracts and procurement matters.
- As requested by the General Counsel or ACCO, serve as the main negotiator with contractors at all stages of the contracting process as needed. Communicate DOF and City positions and requirements, and draft or provide responses to vendors and contractors on matters as needed.
- Serve as lead counsel for DOF on contract and procurement related legal matters, and in providing litigation support to the law department on agency legal matters in litigation. Handle any responsibility determinations and processes and draft all documents.
- Draft complex contracts, statements of work, agreements, purchasing documents, and solicitation documents including requests for proposal. With detailed review and analysis, ensure that the documents and process are in compliance with New York City contract and procurement laws, rules and processes.
- Collaborate with the ACCO and business units to understand the business needs and incorporate requirements into the scope of work, proposals and documents as needed.
- Work directly with the Law Department, DOF operating divisions, City agencies and oversight agencies on DOF contract matters. Develop a legal workflow process at DOF and manage to meet time frames needed for business operations and oversight review.
- Utilize the City's passport system for contracts.
- Handle other legal matters and assignments as required by the General Counsel

Qualifications

Admission to the New York State Bar; and four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work.

Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.



Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

  • Director, Legal Contracts and Procurement

    4 weeks ago

    New York, United States City of New York Full time

    Company DescriptionJob Description The NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service. The Legal Affairs Division serves as the in-house legal department for DOF,...

  • Director, Procurement

    2 weeks ago

    New York, United States Empire State Full time

    Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered. This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy. BASIC FUNCTION: Ensure compliance with Public Authorities Law, NYS Finance Law, NYS Tax Laws and ESD Procurement Guidelines. WORK PERFORMED:...

  • Director, Procurement

    1 month ago

    New York, United States Empire State Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Description*Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered. *This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.BASIC FUNCTION: Ensure compliance with Public Authorities Law, NYS Finance Law, NYS Tax Laws and ESD Procurement...

  • Director, Procurement

    3 weeks ago

    New York, United States Empire State Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Description*Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered. *This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.BASIC FUNCTION: Ensure compliance with Public Authorities Law, NYS Finance Law, NYS Tax Laws and ESD Procurement...

  • Director of Procurement

    1 month ago

    New York, United States City of New York Full time

    Job Description The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater...

  • Director of Procurement

    1 month ago

    New York, United States Atalco Gramercy Operations Full time

    Job Summary/Objective The Director of Procurement will be responsible for leading and optimizing procurement operations for the Atalco and Discovery Bauxite teams. This strategic leadership role requires an individual with a solid understanding of and experience with procurement processes, supply chain management, strategic sourcing plans and building and...

  • Procurement Contract Specialist

    1 week ago

    New York, United States Summit Staffing Partners Full time

    Our client is an outstanding progressive nonprofit healthcare organization that is dedicated to driving a positive social impact on a massive scale, and they are looking for a highly collaborative professional with a background in contracts or contract administration to join their team. The role is hybrid, with 2 days per week in-office (flexible on which...

  • Procurement Contract Specialist

    1 week ago

    New York, United States Summit Staffing Partners Full time

    Our client is an outstanding progressive nonprofit healthcare organization that is dedicated to driving a positive social impact on a massive scale, and they are looking for a highly collaborative professional with a background in contracts or contract administration to join their team.The role is hybrid, with 2 days per week in-office (flexible on which...

  • Procurement Contract Specialist

    1 week ago

    New York, United States Summit Staffing Partners Full time

    Our client is an outstanding progressive nonprofit healthcare organization that is dedicated to driving a positive social impact on a massive scale, and they are looking for a highly collaborative professional with a background in contracts or contract administration to join their team.The role is hybrid, with 2 days per week in-office (flexible on which...

  • Director, Procurement

    2 weeks ago

    New York, New York, United States State of New York Full time

    Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such...

  • Deputy Director

    4 weeks ago

    New York, United States Legal Services NYC Full time

    Reporting to the Director of Grants & Contract Management, Central Office Our Organization: Legal Services NYC fights poverty and seeks racial, social, and economic justice for low-income New Yorkers. For more than 50 years, we have challenged systemic injustices that keep people in poverty and provided legal services that help our clients meet basic needs...

  • Procurement & Budget Director for The Division of

    2 weeks ago

    New York, United States NYC Careers Full time

    **Procurement & Budget Director for the Division of Property Management & Client Services**: - Apply**Procurement & Budget Director for the Division of Property Management & Client Services**: - Agency: HOUSING PRESERVATION & DVLPMNT - Posted on: 06/22/2024- Job type: Full-time Location NYC-ALL BOROS - Title Classification: Exam may be...

  • Director of Procurement

    2 months ago

    New York, United States New York State Housing Finance Agency Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionNew York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State.Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative...

  • Director of Procurement

    2 weeks ago

    New York, United States New York State Housing Finance Agency Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionNew York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State.Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative...

  • Director of Procurement

    1 month ago

    New York, United States Genuine Food Lab LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Genuine Foods is a leading provider of nourishing food environments in schools and workplaces. We are committed to delivering genuine, high-quality meals made from scratch with wholesome ingredients. Our values drive everything we do, from ensuring integrity and transparency in our operations to prioritizing the...

  • Director of Procurement

    2 weeks ago

    New York, United States Genuine Food Lab LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Genuine Foods is a leading provider of nourishing food environments in schools and workplaces. We are committed to delivering genuine, high-quality meals made from scratch with wholesome ingredients. Our values drive everything we do, from ensuring integrity and transparency in our operations to prioritizing the...

  • Healthcare Procurement Manager

    3 weeks ago

    New York, New York, United States Momentum Resource Solutions Full time

    Job DescriptionExciting Opportunity for Healthcare Procurement Manager!Hybrid Schedule​JOB PURPOSE:Contribute value through ethical purchasing and contracting practices. Support department functions efficiently.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead and guide Procurement team members effectively.Provide training, assign tasks, and conduct performance evaluations.Ensure...

  • Contract Manager

    2 weeks ago

    New York, United States The Travelers Companies, Inc. Full time

    Who Are We? - Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving...

  • Procurement Intern

    6 days ago

    New York, United States YAI Full time

    If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Work with procurement Director to help clients acquire their desired equipment Complete comprehensive training which includes industry knowledge Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to both the company's policies and procedures and the legal and...

  • Procurement Liaison

    3 weeks ago

    New York, New York, United States City of New York Full time

    Job Description The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and storm-water, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and...