AGENCY PROCUREMENT OFFICER (Senior Public Service Administrator)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is a team of dedicated public servants who are committed to better preparing the State of Illinois for natural, manmade, or technological disasters, hazards, or acts of terrorism. IEMA-OHS coordinates the State's disaster mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery programs and activities, functions as the State Emergency Response Commission, and maintains a 24-hour Communication Center and State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC). The SEOC acts as lead in crisis/consequence management response and operations to notify, activate, deploy, and employ state resources in response to any threat or act of terrorism. IEMA-OHS assists local governments with multi-hazard emergency operations plans and maintains the Illinois Emergency Operations Plan. IEMA-OHS is also responsible for protecting Illinois residents from the potentially harmful effects of ionizing radiation, administering more than two dozen programs to protect citizens and the environment. Programs include extensive emergency planning and response efforts and training for local responders for accidents involving radiation; inspecting and regulating radioactive materials licensees; registering and inspecting radiation producing equipment and facilities statewide; accrediting medical radiation technologists; and certifying mammography facilities. IEMA-OHS also monitors 11 nuclear power reactors at six nuclear stations licensed to generate electricity in Illinois and inspects and escorts spent nuclear fuel shipments. A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with coursework in accounting, business, and/or public administration.
Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible procurement experience for a governmental entity.
Requires a criminal history check through the Illinois State Police.
Requires ability to use state-supplied equipment such as cell phone, laptop, etc.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest.

Nice To Haves

Four (4) years of advanced experience working with governmental procurements including requests for proposals (RFP), Invitation for Bids (IFB), Requests for Quotes (RFQ), small purchasing, etc.
Three (3) years of experience working with state procurement code rules and/or federal procurement rules.
Five (5) years of thorough knowledge of state procurements or similar governmental procurement processes.
Two (2) years of experience with a statewide procurement bulletin such as BidBuy, or similar procurement systems.
Two (2) years of experience with a state System Applications and Products (SAP) system or similar procurement systems.
Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
One (1) year of working knowledge of emergency management procedures.
Certification as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or another procurement designation.

Responsibilities

Serves as the Agency Procurement Officer (APO) and Section Manager for the Procurement Section.
Serves as primary procurement liaison for the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC).
Manages, controls, directs, and reviews the procurement activities for all IEMA-OHS contractual agreements and related documentation.
Serves as a full line supervisor.
Compiles, reviews, and submits periodic specialized reports and reconciliations for applicable business areas (procurement and contract management.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

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