Procurement Specialist #WS918

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Henrico, Virginia, VA

47d • $57,352 - $60,806

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Social Services, Division of General Services, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to provide procurement support to agency divisions. The position assists staff in acquiring goods and services needed to meet operational goals and support the agency’s mission. It ensures procurements comply with applicable federal laws, the Virginia Public Procurement Act, the Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual, and relevant SBSD, VITA, and Department policies and procedures. The specialist serves as the agency’s Small Purchase Charge Card Program Administrator and directly supports internal divisions and cardholders.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply state procurement regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of state procurement policies and familiarity with federal government procurement policies for purchasing goods and services.
• Working knowledge of the Virginia Small Purchase Charge Card Program.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize a variety of procurement processes.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Skill using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), other databases, and the eVA procurement system.
• Ability to organize and maintain contract files and records.
• Ability to work independently and manage time and workload.
• The selected candidate must file a Statement of Economic Interests by the first day of employment and annually by February 1, and complete the required ethics training.
• The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience demonstrating the minimum qualifications.
• Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) certification is preferred. Applicants without the certification must obtain it within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist agency staff in procuring goods and services to meet operational goals and support the agency’s mission.
• Ensure procurements comply with applicable federal laws, the Virginia Public Procurement Act, the Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual, and relevant SBSD, VITA, and Department policies and procedures.
• Serve as the agency’s Small Purchase Charge Card Program Administrator.
• Provide direct support to internal divisions and Small Purchase Charge Cardholders.
• Organize and maintain contract files and records.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Pre-tax spending accounts
• State-funded short- and long-term disability
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Tuition assistance
• Free wellness programs
• State retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings, including employer matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed