Procurement Specialist 2

The Department of Transportation's Bureau of Office Services is seeking an individual with experience in strategically sourcing and procuring goods and services for large organizations. If you are highly organized and eager to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting opportunity for you. Leverage your procurement skills in this dynamic role and apply today!

In this position, you will act as the representative for the Department of Transportation (DOT) in dealings with various entities, including the Department of General Services (DGS), the Office of Administration, Integrated Enterprise Systems (IES), the Comptroller's Office, the Office of Chief Counsel, the PA Turnpike Commission, and all Deputates and Districts within DOT. Your collaboration with the Office of Legislative Affairs and the Communications Office will be essential in crafting responses to inquiries from both legislative bodies and the media. You will take on the responsibility of managing complex procurements that encompass a wide range of services and initiatives within the agency. As the procurement lead, you will oversee the development, implementation, and assessment of intricate procurement processes assigned to your unit. This will involve handling requests for proposals (RFPs), invitations to qualify (ITQs), emergency purchase orders (EPOs), settlement agreements, contract assignments, and waivers. Additionally, you will prepare proposal packages, monitor vendor performance, and present relevant information to contracting groups and associations interested in partnering with the Department.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• This position may be headquartered in Harrisburg, or a District Engineering office if space is available.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Procurement Specialist 1 (commonwealth title); or
• One year of professional experience performing contract management work; and a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, logistics, project, or operations management, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

This position is not subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.