Contract Specialist Level 2 (Contracting Services)

About the role

The Contracts Specialist Level 2 supports the award of $1B in consulting contracts annually, facilitating procurements and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Contracting Services division in managing procurements and awarding consulting contracts, including design, project management consultant, and staffing contracts.
• Creates and maintains contract files, documenting the procurement and decision-making process to ensure efficient operations.
• Provides status updates on relevant tasks and activities to senior management as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Finance, Government Contracting, or a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years related experience in contracts and procurement.
• Basic knowledge of procurement principles, contract terminology, and relevant local, state, and federal laws.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management software.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of procurement principles and processes.
• Familiarity with contract terms, conditions, and relevant laws.
• Experience with local, state, and federal procurement laws and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite and document management software.

Skills

• Procurement principles and processes.
• Contract terminology and conditions.
• Laws and regulations related to procurement and contracts.
• Interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Microsoft Office Suite and document management software.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$82,075 to $102,594.

Schedule

8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or as required (7.5HR/ DAY).

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Selection Criteria Based On Evaluation Of Education, Skills, Experience, And Interview.

To apply, MTA employees must log in to My MTA Portal and select the “Careers” link. Internal applicants should provide their BSC ID number.

The MTA is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates.