Procurement Officer 2 (04179)

State of Montana • Helena, MT

95d • $33 - $33

About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Business and Financial Services Division in Helena. It is the mission of the Business and Financial Services Division to provide professional services in operational areas critical to the efficient and effective management of the Department. The Office of Procurement and Contracts, within the Business Services and Internal Support Bureau, provides the general and specific oversight of the decentralized procurement function for (DPHHS). Under the general supervision of the Central Procurement Supervisor, this position is responsible for ensuring that decentralized Division staff for the department and its contracted providers are following contract requirements. This includes coordination and oversight of contracting, assisting in drafting and negotiating contracts, serving as contact with Contract Officers, and assuring Department and statewide procurement processes are complying.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, or related field.
• Two years of job-related experience in finance, contract management, or accounting.
• Four years of support experience with contracts, and/or related high-level administrative support.
• Extensive knowledge of the theory and principles of government accounting, procurement, and contracting.
• Ability to perform intellectual analysis and evaluation in forming a variety of administrative and program management responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure decentralized Division staff and contracted providers follow contract requirements.
• Coordinate and oversee contracting processes.
• Assist in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Serve as contact with Contract Officers.
• Ensure compliance with Department and statewide procurement processes.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Work/life balance
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree