Procurement Officer
About The Position
The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) seeks a qualified, skilled professional procurement officer to provide the foundational support for the agency’s procurement and contracting activities. The position will conduct routine procurements in compliance with the VPPA, APSPM, and relevant agency policies. This position will help maintain accurate and complete procurement files, support the use of eVA and other procurement tools, perform research and analysis on procurement questions, and prepare recommendations based on policy. This position will also contribute to improving the agency’s processes, utilizing technology and automation where applicable.
Requirements
- Knowledge of the VPPA (Virginia Public Procurement Act), APSPM (Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual), and how to apply these regulations effectively to ensure compliance while securing goods and services needed.
- Detailed experience in efficiently filing robust procurement files and adhering to records retention requirements.
- Experience with an e-procurement solution, preferably eVA
- Experience researching, analyzing, and evaluating procurement issues, making sound decisions while providing recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically to streamline process and procedures.
- Experience prioritizing tasks.
- Advance experience with MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience working independently and in a team setting.
- A valid Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of the Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) certification
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine procurements in compliance with the VPPA, APSPM, and relevant agency policies.
- Maintain accurate and complete procurement files.
- Support the use of eVA and other procurement tools.
- Perform research and analysis on procurement questions.
- Prepare recommendations based on policy.
- Contribute to improving the agency’s processes, utilizing technology and automation where applicable.
Benefits
- Paid leave
- A minimum of 13 paid state holidays per year
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan for classified positions, and VaLORS for law enforcement positions)
- Federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
- Free parking and admission to all Virginia State Parks.
- Overnight stay discounts for DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service): Free camping outside the Memorial Day to Labor Day season for sites accommodating up to six people.
- Free Sunday–Thursday camping (excluding the night before holidays) during the Memorial Day–Labor Day period.
- 50% off cabins (up to three bedrooms) outside the Memorial Day–Labor Day season for up to 14 nights. Two nights minimum required. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one night yurt stays receive a 25% discount.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
