Contract analyst

Position Announcement

Contract Analyst

Salary: $75,000 - $77,913

Welfare Research, Inc. d/b/a WRI Solutions is seeking one (1) qualified candidate to fill the full-time position of for the Bureau of Mental Hygiene Administration – Contract Analyst.

Bureau & Program Description

The Mental Hygiene Division of the New York City Health Department is responsible for policy, programs, and providing oversight related to mental health; alcohol and drug use; developmental delays and disabilities; and early intervention 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 500 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 Contract Analyst will:

• Analyze the financial management of mental hygiene contracts.
• Collaborate with program staff to review and approve renewal, annual and startup/prorated budgets, equipment purchases, budget modifications and other contract changes.
• Provide frequent analysis of agency performance, including PS and OTPS spending, revenue projection and revenue collection (Medicaid, third party insurance self-pay etc.)
• Prepare special reports.
• Process contract amendments and other contract actions.
• Participate in contract initiation/negotiation meetings.
• Handle requests from providers and provide recommendations.
• Provide technical assistance to program staff and contract providers. Act as the primary NYC Health Department contact for Mental Hygiene budget related issues.
• Participate in any special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two 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
• An Associate’s degree or 60 credits and two 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
• Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above.

Preferred Skills:

• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills
• Experience in government contracting, budgeting, accounting, and/or financial management
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience navigating financial systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

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: $75,000 - $77,913

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $77,913.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

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