Procurement Officer

DHRM • Richmond, VA

20h • $65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Virginia Department of Taxation as a Procurement Officer! We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional to support procurement functions for a wide range of goods and services. In this role, you will provide expert guidance to internal clients on state procurement regulations and purchasing methods, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the process. You’ll determine the most appropriate procurement strategies based on agency needs and competitive requirements, resolve issues related to policy interpretation, contract administration, and vendor performance, and assist with agency-wide compliance reviews. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about supporting operational excellence, we invite you to apply and make an impact with us. The position is located at our Main Street Center location in Richmond, Virginia. The schedule is hybrid with 3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and 2 telework days on Monday and Friday. The anticipated hiring salary is commensurate with experience up to $65,000. As a member of the Virginia Tax team, you can expect additional benefits such as: Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week. 12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave! Comprehensive and affordable health benefits . Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program . Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp , and more . At Virginia Tax… We are dedicated, resourceful individuals who strive to exceed our customers’ expectations. Not only do we serve the public, we are the public. We are a part of a community that cares about and celebrates each other, who promote opportunities for growth within a stable environment, and support a healthy work-life balance. What we do matters. So do you.

Requirements

• Previous work experience in procurement related roles with the Commonwealth of Virginia or with other public sector entities
• Experience with eVA, or similar electronic procurement system
• Understanding of the competitive bidding process, such as preparing and issuing Unsealed Invitations for Bids (UIFBs) and Unsealed Requests for Proposals (URFPs) in accordance with all requirements of the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM), VITA Buy IT Manual
• Experience with Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Smartsheet
• Experience with IT procurement in the government sector
• Experience in promoting small/disadvantaged business utilization goals
• National procurement credentials (NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO)
• Virginia-specific procurement credentials such as the VCA (Virginia Contracting Associate) certification or VCO (Virginia Contracting Officer) certification

Benefits

• Job stability and quality of life!
• Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week.
• 12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave!
• Comprehensive and affordable health benefits
• Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp , and more

What This Job Offers

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