Senior Opportunity Programs Analyst

Position Title:                         Senior Opportunity Programs Analyst

Location:                                  Albany, NY or NYC Office

Grade/Classification:            6 (D1) – Sr. Professional

Salary Range:                          $102,177 - $128,220 - Albany Office 

                                                    $107,231 - $133,274 - NYC Office (includes location differential - $5,054)

Bargaining Unit:                    CSEA 

FLSA Status:                            Exempt

Last Revised: February 8, 2019

Primary Purpose

The Senior Opportunity Programs Analyst provides management and supervision of MWBE (Minority  and Women Owned Business Enterprises) compliance monitoring, reporting and administration of construction contracts for the Opportunity Programs Group and ensures pre and post award compliance with Executive Law Article 15A, Executive Law Article 3B, labor laws and other applicable federal, state and local laws.  The Senior Opportunity Programs Analyst is characterized by relatively higher levels of responsibility, independent judgment and technical expertise.

Essential Functions

• Act as a liaison to community labor organizations to facilitate minority and women workforce participation on construction projects.
• Work with clients/contractors to ensure that the community obtains a fair share of contracts and jobs and develop a rotation plan for placement of community workers on DASNY projects where applicable.
• Assist in the recruiting, training and development of MWBE and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) contractors.
• Attend kick off and project meetings for all non-exempt contractors assigned to a project.
• Assist and manage MWBE Compliance meetings with contractors and vendors as required.
• Manage MWBE and SDVOB contract compliance on Energy Performance, Community Minor Maintenance (CMM) contracts and Job Order Contracting (JOCS).
• Educate contractors on DASNY policies, applicable state laws and NYS MWBE certification process.
• Conduct periodic desk audits and compliance reviews on assigned projects to ensure compliance with MWBE and SDVOB Section (3) rules and regulations and initiate appropriate follow-up activities.
• Recommend and assist with the implementation of the suspension of progress payments or other punitive actions as required.
• Attend construction progress meetings as needed to determine whether MWBE contractors are experiencing problems in the performance of their work or payment issues.
• Analyze staffing patterns to determine the extent of minority and female workforce participation in skilled and unskilled trades and ensure non-exempt contractors are completing weekly Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) reports as required.
• Utilize the New York State Contracting System (NYSCS) to monitor MWBE utilization for each assigned project which might include analyzing payments through the NYSCS, award data, payment and change order reviews, etc.
• Participate in various MWBE, SDVOB and Section (3) outreach events.
• Monitor on site utilization to ensure MW BE and SDVOB perform commercial useful functions.
• Manage and coordinate MWBE and SDVOB participation issues with procurement and project management as required.
• Develop and monitor performance measures and unit goals and objectives.
• Participate on selection committees.  Read and evaluate contracts and proposals and make recommendations for contractor selection.  

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• May be required to make speeches to Chambers of Commerce, Trade Associations and Community Organizations.
• May assist in the training and evaluation of employees.
• Assist Management in the development of policies.
• Develop, document and implement procedures.
• Assess, develop and implement internal controls, and oversee the review and testing of same.
• Undertake special assignments as directed.
• Must maintain regular attendance in accordance with DASNY attendance and leave policies.
• Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination.  (Standards can be found on the Intranet).

Supervision

Supervision of staff may be required.

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands

Frequent travel is required, using public transportation, DASNY vehicle, rental vehicle or personal vehicle.  This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments.   May require exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.) of a construction site.   Requires complex and time-pressured decision making.  Must be able to work overtime or extended work hours as needed.

Work Environment

Official station varies depending on assignment and includes the use of one or more of the following:  PC, printer, copier, electronic stapler/hole punch/date stamp, telephone, fax machine, shredder, scanner.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus five years relevant experience in construction project management, construction project administration, contract compliance and/or MWBE administration. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, plus one year of relevant experience in MWBE and three-five years relevant experience in Diversity programs, SDVOB and/or contract compliance monitoring including working knowledge of Article 15A of the Executive Law and Article 3B of the Executive Law and other applicable laws. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills.
• Proficiency in PC applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize.  

Benefits information:

DASNY provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the public good.

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:

• Choice of several health insurance plans
• Dental & vision insurance
• Membership in the NYS Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• 13 vacation days per year
• 13 sick days per year
•  5 days of personal leave per year
• 12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training & development opportunities

We offer additional benefits, which includes:

• Telecommuting Work Plan - Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to DASNY’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines. The days designated as telecommute days must be consistent with operational needs as determined by DASNY division, department and/or unit management. Employees may only telecommute on up to four (4) workdays per pay period and shall be limited to no more than two (2) contiguous telecommute workdays. Eligibility applies after 3 months of employment.
• Limited Work from Home (LWFH) – additional telecommute days according to DASNY’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines. Eligibility applies after 6 months of employment.
• DASNY is a government employer for purposes of the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF Program). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance of certain student loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. For more information regarding PSLF Program and whether you qualify please visit the Studentaid.gov website.