Procurement Specialist 2
About The Position
As a Procurement Specialist 2 with the Emergency Management Agency, you will play a key part in managing purchases that support emergency response. You will help develop, review, and coordinate contracts that support important statewide programs. This position offers the chance to grow your skills while helping others stay safe. Your efforts will support strong and reliable services across the Commonwealth. This position helps manage complex purchasing needs that support statewide emergency preparedness. It contributes to efficient operations by guiding procurement actions, reviewing contracts, and supporting staff and partners.
Requirements
- One year of experience as a Procurement Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or One year of professional experience performing contract management work; and a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, logistics, project, or operations management, or a related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Meet the PA residency requirement.
- Be able to perform essential job functions.
Nice To Haves
- In the event of an emergency/disaster situation or training exercise, this position may be required to travel, work up to 12-hour shifts, and work outside of the normal work hours, including weekends and overnights.
- You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of a training period.
- In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
- If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
Responsibilities
- Maintain knowledge of SRM functions and ensure accurate use of Commonwealth purchasing programs
- Initiate supply and service purchases, follow up with vendors, and resolve concerns
- Prepare RFP, RFQ, and IFB documents and review results to identify the best procurement approach
- Evaluate bids, awards, and purchase orders for completeness and provide guidance to staff and partners
- Work with program managers and county staff to support purchasing needs and provide subject matter expertise
- Offer advice on procurement rules, emergency purchase requests, and cost control opportunities
Benefits
- FREE on-site parking
- Full-time employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
