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Chief Executive Officer

Texarkana, TX · On-site

$100 - $150/hr

Job Title : Chief Executive Officer Employment Type : Full-Time, Exempt Salary : Negotiable ... Serves as Contracting Officer for the Agency, which includes preparing RFPs, RFQs, contracts ...

Interim CFO

Denver, CO · Remote

$120 - $140/hr

Interim Chief Financial Officer Ascent CFO Solutions At Ascent CFO Solutions, we are a leading ... In this full-time (~40 hours/week) contractor role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to a ...

Sr Program Manager

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$235K - $290K/yr

Serve as the senior contractor point of contact for the Government Mission Director, Division Chief, Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and Contracting Officer * Manage workforce assignment ...

Contract Specialist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Under the direction of the Assistant Deputy Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ADACCO), the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) is seeking to hire an contract Specialist who will be ...

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How much do chief contracting officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief contracting officer in the United States is $151,203.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $185,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chief contracting officer?

A Chief Contracting Officer (CCO) is a senior executive responsible for overseeing an organization’s contracting activities, including procurement, negotiation, and management of contracts. The CCO ensures that all contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements and align with the organization's strategic objectives. They often lead a team of contracting professionals and collaborate with various departments to mitigate risks and maximize value from supplier relationships. The role is critical in both public and private sectors, particularly in organizations that manage large or complex contracts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chief contracting officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chief Contracting Officer, you need expertise in contract law, procurement processes, and risk management, typically supported by a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree and extensive experience in contract administration. Familiarity with contract management systems, ERP software, and certifications like CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager) are highly valued. Strong leadership, negotiation, and decision-making skills help build effective teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships. These capabilities are critical for ensuring compliance, optimizing contract performance, and minimizing organizational risk.

What are some common challenges faced by a chief contracting officer, and how can they be addressed?

Chief Contracting Officers often face challenges such as managing complex negotiations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and streamlining contracting processes across multiple departments. Balancing competing priorities while maintaining transparency and mitigating risk requires strong leadership and communication skills. To address these challenges, it's important to foster collaboration between legal, procurement, and operational teams, implement robust contract management systems, and stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations.

What is the difference between Chief Contracting Officer vs Contract Manager?

AspectChief Contracting OfficerContract Manager
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees and extensive contracting experienceUsually holds a bachelor's degree with relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, overseeing large contractsOperational, managing day-to-day contract processes
Industry UsageCommon in large corporations, government agencies, defenseFound across various industries, including construction, IT, and manufacturing
Search/Comparison IntentUnderstanding high-level contracting leadership rolesManaging specific contracts and negotiations

The Chief Contracting Officer focuses on strategic oversight and high-level contract management within organizations, often working with executive teams. In contrast, Contract Managers handle the operational aspects of contracts, including negotiations and compliance. Both roles are essential but differ in scope, responsibilities, and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Chief Contracting Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,203 per year, or $72.7 per hour.

P-Card Administrator, Office of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer

City of New York

Long Island City, NY • On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical

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Job Description
Division/Program Summary Description: The Finance Division at the NYC Health Department has central responsibility and authority for all the finance, contracting, procurement, payroll, and revenue functions of the agency. Finance helps to ensure that programs and operations have the information, analysis, funding, and capacity to deliver critical services effectively and meet the NYC Health Department's public health and racial equity objectives. Finance is organized into five bureaus, each led by an Assistant Commissioner: Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer; Bureau of Budget; Bureau of the Controller; Bureau of Finance Administration and Planning; and Bureau of Revenue.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
- Ensuring that Cardholders adhere to agency and City p-card policies. Actively and regularly review the agency's p-card policy and recommend changes and updates as appropriate.
- Creating and maintaining comprehensive p-card files and fully comply with any audit requests.
- Serve as a liaison with the DCAS Citywide P-Card Administrator and their staff.
- Coordinate new card request, relinquishments and special requests.
- Ensure that individuals nominated for new cards have the requisite background to hold a P-Card.
- Orient new cardholders to proper procedures and conducting regular trainings in the appropriate use of P-Card.
- Monitor P-Card transactions daily to ensure users' compliance with agency and City P-Card policies.
- Contact cardholders with questions or issues regarding card usage and make appropriate recommendations.
- Providing technical assistance to cardholders and their approvers and supervisors to facilitate appropriate oversight approvals and clearances.
- Identify challenges and solutions on P-Card; corresponding with program and ACCO Senior Staff for rapid resolution.
- Participate in meetings concerning P-Card, providing accurate status of the agency's P-Card program.
- Promote increased utilization of City-Certified MWBE Vendors and assist in the achievement of other initiatives related to the agency's P-Card program.
- Perform special projects and related work as required.
Preferred Skills:
-Exceptional organizational, analytical and leadership skills.
-Superior oral and written communication skills.
-Ability to manage a wide range of projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
-Working knowledge of PASSPort.
-Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of the NYC PPB Rules.
-Experience working under strict deadlines.
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Preferred Skills:
Experience managing competitive procurements for a government agency
Experience writing specifications or scopes of work (SOWs) for competitive procurements or contracts
Experience using the PASSPort system Superior writing skills.
Ability to manage a wide range of projects in a fast-paced environment.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
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.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS PROMOT - 1000C
Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and five years of full-time paid experience acquired within the last fifteen years, of supervisory or administrative experience including handling of business promotion or urban economic problems, at least 2 years of which must have been in a managerial or executive capacity with primary focus on business promotion or urban economic planning; or
2. A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience. However all candidates must have 2 years of managerial or executive experience as described in "1" above.
Appropriate graduate study in an accredited college or university may be substituted for the general experience on a year-for-year basis. All candidates must have a four-year high school diploma or its equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization.
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.

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