Senior Contract Analyst

Senior Contract Analyst

Salary: $87,500- $88,500

Welfare Research, Inc. d/b/a WRI Solutions is seeking two (2) qualified candidates to fill the full-time positions of for the Bureau of Mental Hygiene Division Management – Senior Contract Analyst.

Bureau & Program Description

The Mental Hygiene Division of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is responsible for policy, programs, and provider oversight related to mental health; alcohol and drug use; and developmental delays and disabilities services. The work of the Division is informed by the goals of improving clinical and rehabilitative services; integrating mental health, substance use, and primary care; promoting healthy childhood development; reducing racial/ethnic and socioeconomic health inequalities; and promoting recovery.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Office of Contracts is responsible for the Division of Mental Hygiene's management of contracting activities related to over 650 mental hygiene human service contracts and other agreements throughout the City of New York and is responsible for payments and verification of claims submitted by these contracted entities.

The Senior Contract Analyst will:

• Provide technical and operational support to the Contract Analyst Supervisors.

• Create and maintain reports and tracking tools to monitor projects, contract actions, and overall workload across the Contract Analyst team, while independently managing an assigned portfolio of contracts.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex or non-routine budget and contract issues within the team’s portfolio.

• Provide status updates on budget and contract actions to Supervisors and the Director, as requested.

• Provide technical guidance to providers and staff on complex budgetary matters and issues that fall outside of standard processes.

• Assist providers and staff with resolving issues related to agency and citywide systems, including PASSPort and other applicable platforms.

• Support Contract Analyst Supervisors, as needed, by conducting final-level budget reviews and approvals.

• Accompany or represent the Contract Analyst Supervisor at meetings and conferences with internal and external stakeholders to discuss projects, contract matters, and status updates.

• Monitor contract and budget workflows in PASSPort and DOHMH internal tracking systems to identify delays, outstanding actions, and issues requiring follow-up.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and two years of full-time, satisfactory professional, technical, or administrative experience in one or more of the following fields: program evaluation, contract negotiations/management, business or public administration, contract community relations, or related fields; or

• An Associate’s degree or 60 college credits and three years of professional, technical, or administrative experience in one or more of the following fields: program evaluation, contract negotiation/management, fiscal/financial management, or project management; or

• A satisfactory equivalent of education and experience as cited above.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years' experience using Excel, ability to create and manipulate data sets using pivot tables, V-lookup, formulas etc.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Proficiency in City contracting and financial systems

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, including managing multiple projects with varying deadlines and competing priorities

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

Work Location: Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

42-09 28th Street

Queens, New York 11101

Remote Work Policy: NYC Health Department employees working through WRI may be allowed a Hybrid option post training and onboarding.

Sponsorship Policy: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Salary: $87,500- $88,500

To Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Only applications submitted through the website will be considered.

Excellent Benefits Package. EEO Employer.

Pay: $87,500.00 - $88,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Please provide a cover letter in order to be considered

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Long Island City, NY 11101