CONTRACT
MANAGEMENT ANALYST 0360
DISTINGUISHING
FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under supervision,
an employee in this class is responsible for contract preparation, negotiation,
review, and management in accordance with local, state, and federal rules and
regulations. The incumbent is involved
with public/private partnerships and inter-municipal agreements. Independent
judgment and initiative are exercised in carrying out assignments. Work is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through reports
and conferences. Does related work
as required.
TYPICAL WORK
ACTIVITIES
Analyzes County, State, and Federal policies and regulations to develop contract requirements;
Negotiates, drafts and coordinates the preparation and
execution of grants;
Acts as a department liaison with various county departments to execute and manage department contracts;
Performs preliminary audit of contract
expenditures and reviews claims for payment to ensure compliance with contract
and relevant county rules, regulations, and laws;
Assists various committees,
commissions, and advisory groups as directed;
May supervise a small staff of
clerical and technical employees.
FULL PERFORMANCE
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Comprehensive
knowledge of federal, state and local regulations pertaining to contracts;
comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of contract
administration, including contract negotiations and budget preparation; thorough
knowledge of contract terminology and procedures, good knowledge of auditing
and accounting procedures applicable to government contracts; good knowledge of
performance standards and budgetary concepts which will ensure that contracts
are drawn up which bring full value to the County; ability to analyze
statistical information and to make arithmetic computations rapidly and
accurately; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with various agencies and co-workers in a manner conducive to full performance
and high morale; ability to compile and prepare clear and accurate reports;
ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
courtesy; tact; physical condition commensurate with the needs of the position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or
registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree, and three (3) years of non-clerical
experience in contract negotiations, preparation, review and management,
including the administration of contracts between public and private agencies;
or,
(b) Graduation from a standard senior
high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and seven (7)
years of experience in finance, three (3) years of which must be non-clerical
experience in contract negotiations, preparation, review and management,
including the administration of contracts between public and private agencies;
or
(C) An equivalent combination of
education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).
1/1/06
Competitive