Contracts Officer

Oklahoma State Government • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

About the Position : Reporting to the Chief Procurement Officer and operating under supervision, the incumbent is tasked with executing acquisitions in compliance with state laws and the policies of the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Responsibilities may include reviewing and processing requisitions, making recommendations concerning purchases, preparing bid specifications and contracts, and maintaining files. This role involves the procurement of diverse materials, furniture, equipment, supplies, and services essential for the department's operations.

Requirements

• Level I: Three years of technical clerical work Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level II: Three years of technical clerical work and two years of technical experience in contracting and/or procurement Or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting 30 semester hours for each year of the technical clerical work only.
• Level III: Three years of technical clerical work and two years of technical experience in contracting and/or procurement and three years’ experience as a purchasing agent or buyer, one of which was in the employ of a government entity Or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting 30 semester hours for each year of the technical clerical work only.

Nice To Haves

• Preference may be given to Certified Public Managers and Certified Procurement Officers.
• Incumbents are required to obtain CPO certification within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• reviewing and processing requisitions
• making recommendations concerning purchases
• preparing bid specifications and contracts
• maintaining files
• procurement of diverse materials, furniture, equipment, supplies, and services essential for the department's operations

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
• Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
• Longevity Bonus for years of service
• Training opportunities for CEU requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees