Contracts Officer

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services•Oklahoma City, OK

2d•Onsite

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

Three years of technical clerical work
Three years of technical clerical work and two years of technical experience in contracting and/or procurement
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
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Substituting 30 semester hours for each year of the technical clerical work only
Incumbents are required to obtain CPO certification within the first year of employment

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Managers
Certified Procurement Officers

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

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
Health and fitness programs
11 paid holidays
15 days of vacation
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