Procurement Specialist 2

Do you have experience strategically procuring goods and services for a large organization? Are you highly organized and looking for an exciting work environment? If so, PennDOT's Bureau of Office Services is seeking a detailed oriented person to join their team as a Procurement Specialist 2. Apply today for this rewarding career opportunity!

An employee in this position is responsible for complex procurements focusing on a variety of services including, but not limited to, Information Technology (IT), Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Professional Design Services, Consulting, Training, Driver and Vehicle Program Services and other agency initiatives.

In this position, the employee represents the Department's interest with the Department of General Services (DGS), Office of Administration, Integrated Enterprise Systems (IES), Comptroller Office, Office of Chief Counsel, PA Turnpike Commission and all Deputates and Districts within PennDOT.

An employee in this position develops, implements, and evaluates complex procurement and procurement related activities which include, but are not limited to, Request for Proposals (RFP), Invitations to Qualify (ITQ), best value Request for Quotes (RFQ), Request for Interest (RFI). Delegations, Sole Sources, Emergency Purchase Orders (EPO), Settlements Agreements, Assignment of Contracts and Waivers.

The employee also manages assignments through the procurement lifecycle to ensure policies and procedures are followed and operational needs are met including the advance development of continued procurements so as not to experience lapses in service.

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 job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); 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.

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.