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Contract Processor

Long Island City, NY 11101

Posted: 09/26/2025 Industry: Administrative & Clerical Job Number: 7799 Pay Rate: 35.00

Job Description


Position Overview: 

 

Multi-faceted individual with excellent communication and organizational skills; computer literate, and familiar with MS Excel and Word.  2-3 years of contract administration experience.  

 

Responsibilities:

 

•                         Review applications for Minority-owned, Woman-owned, and Local Business Enterprise M/W/LBE certification to ensure accuracy and completeness. 

•                         Analyze submitted documentation related to ownership and control over business management and operations in accordance with the Guidelines for M/W/LBE Certification. 

•                         Establish and maintain contact with applicant firms via telephone and written correspondence to assist with the completion of the certification application process.

•                         Handle confidential information and enter data into the Vendor Access System (VAS).   

•                         Meet with and conduct virtual and in-person interviews with business owner(s) to verify information submitted with the certification application.  

•                         Conduct presentations and M/W/LBE training and information sessions for potential applicants and other stakeholders. 

•                         Establish and maintain comprehensive, secure, and retrievable applicant files. 

•                         Handle high-volume calls regarding the M/W/LBE certification program via the Business Development Department’s (BDD’s) hotline and the Certification email accounts. 

•                         Handle various recordkeeping tasks. 

•                         Assist with special projects to implement targeted outreach initiatives, including participating in meetings held in coordination with other departments or agencies.

 

 

Qualifications:

 

A bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.

 

Preferred Skills:

 
  • Outstanding writing, presentation, and communication skills. 
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and comfortable learning new computer programs.
  • Ability to understand business and financial documents such as corporate by-laws, partnership agreements, tax returns, and bank statements.
  • Paralegal experience or knowledge in business and financial documents, such as corporate by-laws, partnership agreements, tax returns, and bank statements, is a plus.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and diverse groups of people.
  • Valid driver's license.


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Meet Your Recruiter

Danielle Esposito
Talent Acquisition Specialist

Danielle Esposito is a results-driven recruiter with a passion for connecting top talent to meaningful opportunities. With experience spanning staffing agencies and corporate recruitment, she brings expertise in full-cycle hiring, candidate advocacy, and process optimization. At Penda Aiken Inc., Danielle supports clients across industries with temporary staffing solutions, leveraging data, sourcing strategies, and strong partnerships with hiring managers to ensure timely, high-quality placements.


She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Child Study with a concentration in Psychology from St. Joseph’s College and is certified as an Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR).

About Us

For more than thirty years, Penda Aiken, Inc. has committed itself to serving New York State, solidifying our position as a leading talent acquisition firm in the Northeast. Our team of industry experts collaborates closely with top-tier companies and exceptional candidates, providing personalized guidance to ensure the best possible results for everyone involved.

Partnering with Penda Aiken Inc. means positioning yourself for success. We provide access to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits such as healthcare and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO), all delivered with personalized attention.

Penda Aiken, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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