Deputy Agency Chief Contracting Officer (DACCO)

As a Deputy Agency Chief Contracting Officer (DACCO), you will serve as a senior leader in the Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer, managing multiple units and directing a team of managerial, professional and administrative employees. The Finance Division at DOHMH oversees all the finance, contracting, procurement, payroll, and revenue functions of the agency, ensuring programs have the resources to deliver critical services effectively while meeting public health and racial equity objectives.

What You Will Do

Manage the Purchasing Unit, M/WBE Unit, and develop strategies to anticipate and meet Agency procurement needs. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient procurement processes, demonstrating a high level of expertise and professionalism.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all purchases are processed efficiently, within established timeframes, and in full compliance with City and agency procurement rules and guidelines. The candidate will also be responsible for guiding and encouraging the growth and development of team members, and ensuring that work is conducted timely and in accordance with the Procurement Policy Board Rules, the New York City Charter, Local Laws and other applicable rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of the New York City Procurement Policy Board (PPB) Rules, City Charter, and Local Laws pertaining to procurement.
• Extensive experience managing procurement in a government agency.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and managerial skills.
• Superior oral, written, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in PASSPort and FMS.

Benefits

• Premium-free health insurance plan
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan
• Tax-deferred savings program
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Loan Forgiveness
• Job Security