Assistant Commissioner / ACCO Full Time

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through strategic innovation and deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.

Under the executive direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Management and Budget (Chief Financial Officer) and with broad latitude to exercise independent judgment, action and decision making, the Assistant Commissioner/ Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) is responsible for the management of all agency procurement functions in accordance with the New York City Charter, the New York City Procurement Policy Board Rules and other applicable federal, State and City laws, rules and procedures. The ACCO is a position delegated authority under the Agency Head to organize and supervise the procurement activity of subordinate agency staff in conjunction with the City Chief Procurement Officer in the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services.

Duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Ensure that the NYPD’s procurement and contracting activities are administered effectively and

efficiently to meet the needs of Department commands for various goods and services in a timely fashion.

• Advise the Deputy Commissioner of Management and Budget with respect to procurement related matters including but not limited to sourcing, procurement scope development, contract management, contract public hearings and disputes with contractors.
• Direct the Department’s procurement and contract management processes, in consultation with the Deputy Commissioner of Management and Budget, including: decisions to contract out for goods and services; preparation and issuance of specifications; solicitation of competitive and non-competitive bids and proposals; evaluation of bids and proposals and awarding of contracts; negotiation of price and other contract terms and conditions with vendors; approval of contract awards, contract renewals and modifications; processing of small purchases; formulation of required documentation; contract registration and monitoring the performance of contractors.
• Conduct vendor integrity reviews and make vendor responsibility determinations that a vendor is capable of fully performing the contract requirements and possesses business integrity to be awarded contract funds by public tax monies.
• Serve as a subject matter expert concerning the City’s PPB Rules, policies and procedures as well as directives issued by the Office of the Comptroller.
• Ensure the integrity of the procurement process; advising the Deputy Commissioner Management and Budget on decisions concerning contract awards.
• Manage contract compliance including monitoring contractor payments to subcontractors and compliance with the City Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation requirements on prime contracts and subcontracts.
• Liaise with the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) and monitor agency requests for Department and citywide requirements contracts for goods and purchase orders sent to DCAS.

The Contract Administration Section (CAS) is responsible for the procurement and management of various Department large-scale and multi-year contracts and agreements for goods, services, construction and information technology to support NYPD operations. CAS processes such contracts through City procurement and financial systems in accordance with the PPB Rules. Typical procurement source selection methods include but are not limited to Competitive Sealed Bidding, Competitive Sealed Proposal (RFP), Negotiated Acquisition, Sole Source, Intergovernmental, M/WBE Non-Competitive Small Purchases, Emergency Purchases and Demonstration Projects. Contract management actions processed by CAS include Renewals, Contract Amendments/Modifications, Change Orders, Extensions, Direct Orders and Encumbrances. CAS is also responsible for contractor outreach and contract compliance including but not limited to M/WBE participation goals and Prevailing Wage requirements under NYS Labor Law.

The Quartermaster Section (QMS) maintains central warehouse distribution points for all NYPD equipment and supplies. QMS is responsible for processing Direct Orders through DCAS citywide requirements contracts, M/WBE Non-Competitive Small Purchases as well as “5+10” Small Purchases and Micro Purchases of certain goods and services for all NYPD commands, including ensuring the timely and accurate processing of purchase documents in compliance with procurement directives and policies. Additionally, QMS is responsible for the warehousing and distribution of supplies, furniture, and equipment. This includes Personnel Protective Equipment, as well as the transfer, relinquishment and the safe disposal of NYPD surplus goods and electronic waste.

The Equipment Section (ES) is responsible for the procurement of various uniform items and equipment for new recruits, Uniformed Members of the Service, School Safety Agents, Traffic Enforcement Agency and other Agency Personnel. ES also operates a storefront at the NYPD Police Academy in Queens.

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Additional Information

In compliance with federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

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Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four years of full-time, satisfactory, professional experience in purchasing, procurement, contract administration or related field, at least eighteen months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising professional personnel performing duties in one or more of the above fields; or
• Education and/or experience equivalent to that described in “1” above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive experience as described in “1” above.

Special Note

Possession of the Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) certificate issued by the National Institute of Government Purchasing may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience described in “1” above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive experience as described in “1” above.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent leadership, organizational and communication skills. – Strong proficiency in NYC procurement rules, procedures and policies. – Outstanding communication and writing skills. – Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills, including managing teams and working with peers across an organization. – Ability to integrate information from various stakeholders in order to determine importance and priority. – Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. – Knowledge and hands-on experience in City systems such as PASSPort and FMS.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.