SOLICITATION ADMINISTRATOR - 60044892

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

41d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a highly responsible and professional position providing technical assistance, support and consultation to Department procurement staff, contract managers, and other contracting staff in the development and administration of contractual and procurement documents. The selected candidate needs to be self-motivated, be able to follow instructions quickly and be a team player that possesses the ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision. The position is a Government Operations Consultant II. This position requires a Monday through Friday, 8-hour daily work schedule. Some travel may be required. You must be willing and able to use a personal vehicle for work-related travel.

Requirements

A minimum of two years of professional experience in Federal or State of Florida contractual management and procurement, as well as governmental contract laws, rules, and regulations, as evidenced by your supporting resume and State of Florida application.
Must be aware of and use Florida Statutes on governmental procurement as well as contracts and/or grants.
Professional experience in a government role with procurement processes (such as a procurement officer, contract manager, or contract administrator).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Resume and Cover Letter. If you do not submit a resume AND a cover letter, you will not be initially considered. Your resume and cover letter should reflect your writing skills and your ability to effectively communicate.
Knowledge of governmental procurement and contract law
Knowledge of statutes and rules surrounding governmental procurement and contracting
Communication Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Critical Thinking Skills
Proofreading Skills
Stress Management Skills
Training Skills
Ability to take direction and deal effectively with changes in direction or policy
Ability to effectively communicate, both in verbal and written form
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to operate computer effectively
Ability to solve problems, and develop recommendations to improve procurement and contracting practices
Ability to effectively train others
Ability to work well with others and be a team player

Nice To Haves

Professional experience in providing training
Florida Certified Contract Manager and/or Certified Negotiator designation
Project Manager Professional (PMP) Certification
Professional experience in applying principles, regulations, and statutes related to Florida Government in the Sunshine / Open Government / Public Records
Experience with IT topics or IT related procurements.

Responsibilities

Assists with the procurement of agency contracts and grants, ensuring the proper procurement process occurs.
Advises and supports the Policy Team in the development of procurement processes and policies.
Conducts detailed reviews of all solicitation and solicitation related documents to ensure documents are in compliance with established polices, rules, and statutes.
Develops and provides training to Department staff.
Provides technical assistance to Department procurement and contract staff on all issues that arise related to contracts and procurement of contracts.
Keeps electronic postings up to date related to procurements and public meetings.
Ensures proper approval is obtained for various types of procurements.
Act as the Procurement Officer on solicitations.