Procurement Specialist: Western Regional Office #01783
Dept of Corr - Central Admin
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Roanoke, VA
$47,760 - $74,506 a year - Full-time
Dept of Corr - Central Admin
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$47,760 - $74,506 a year
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Title: Procurement Specialist: Western Regional Office #01783
State Role Title: Procurement Officer I
Hiring Range: $47,760 - $74,506
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Location: Western Regional Office
Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Provides accurate, timely, purchasing functions following Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), Department of Public Safety (DPS), Department of General services (DGS), departmental and institutional policies for all purchases. Prepares various procurement documents to include specifications, invitation for bids and requests for proposals. Trains staff on the (eProcurement system) eVA, purchasing requirements, and policies as needed to provide accurate and timely purchasing functions following VPPA, DPS/DGS, departmental and institutional policies for all purchases. Responsible for keeping the Procurement Specialist Sr. and Regional Business Manager aware of potential problems and responsible for resolving problems in a timely manner. Coordinates evaluations of vendor performance. Ensures duties are performed as needed and policies are followed. Responsible for the procurement of quality goods and services and provide procurement guidance for all Department of Corrections end users. Provides guidance and training to end-users on purchasing processes and procedures. Negotiates and manages complex, high dollar contracts.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent. Working knowledge of state and agency policies and procedures for procurement. Ability to evaluate bids, requests for proposals, and purchase orders for goods, services, and equipment. If individual does not have the Virginia Contracting Associate Officer (VCA) certification, the individual will be required to obtain it within one (1) year of being hired as a condition of employment.
Additional Considerations
Working knowledge of computers and be proficient in computer and typing skills. Ability to maintain automated and manual filing system. Must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and agency personnel, to follow oral and written instructions, to resolve complaints, and to maintain proper working relationships. Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) or higher - Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) or other related certification.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:
Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
Tobacco Free: All VADOC facilities are Tobacco free. Use of all tobacco products is always prohibited on site.
Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804-659-8424
Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
 
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