JOB
The
Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA),
Division of Administrative Services (DAS) is recruiting for a
Procurement Specialist 2 in our
Procurement Section!
This position is in the
General Government (GGU) bargaining unit as a range 16.
This position is open to
Alaska Residents only.
Please check our
residency definition to determine if you qualify.
Please note, this position requires full-time on-site work at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson to facilitate collaboration with various divisions supported by DAS' Procurement Section. Remote work may be permitted up to two days a week, subject to the hiring manager’s approval, and/or successful completion of probation.
What You Will Be Doing:
As DMVA's new Procurement Specialist 2, you will assist in the support procurement activities for department; and you will be collaborating closely with the Procurement Specialist 3. As the Procurement Specialist 2, your key responsibilities will include procuring various goods and services, developing and assisting in specifications and scope of work, establishing evaluation criteria, and overseeing evaluation committees. In this role, you will also be involved managing both small and large procurements in compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and assisting the department property officer with the management of state and federal accountable property when necessary. If you have not worked for the State of Alaska, your comparable experience in purchasing, contracts, administrative support, finance, logistics, property control, vendor coordination, project support, or work in a regulated environment may also be relevant to our team!
Our Mission and Culture:
Job knowledge sharing is essential for our team to effectively meet state and federal obligations while delivering impactful services to support Alaska's military and veteran population. The role of the Procurement Specialist 2 is vital in maintaining this level of excellence, ensuring that resources are efficiently procured to uphold our mission at DMVA, which focuses on disaster recovery, veteran support, youth education, and the development of ethically responsible leaders.
The Benefits of Joining Our Team:
Joining DAS means becoming part of a supportive and dynamic team that plays a crucial role in delivering procurement, administrative, budgetary, IT, and fiscal support across the department. DAS believes in career growth and encourages cross training and skills advancement while offering a fulfilling work environment with benefits that include paid leave accrual, a comprehensive retirement plan, and competitive health, vision, and dental coverage ensuring you are well-supported both professionally and personally as you serve your community. Making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to contribute to impactful public service in a collaborative setting.
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
DAS Procurement is proudly located on Joint Base Elmendorf/Fort Richardson (JBER) surrounded by the natural beauty of the Arctic Valley where you can enjoy a three-mile paved walking, jogging, and biking trails; you will have access to an on-site cafe and no-cost fitness center at the Army National Guard Armory. You will have the opportunity to collaborate and engage with uniformed military members and fellow state employees, to accomplish our mission while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Who We Are Looking For:
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:
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Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
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Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
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Manages and Organizes Information: Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
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Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
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Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.
Competency Description:
The competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations, as opposed to specific tasks, and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. A competency’s description is not intended to exclusively define every KSA, task, and behavior needed to successfully meet the competency, but rather to provide the manager/agency with a broad reference of options as to how an applicant can meet the job expectation.
To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
If you can see yourself in this role, we encourage you to apply!
*NOTE * SPECIAL NOTICE - JBER (BASE) ACCESS * NOTE*
The successful applicants must pass a federal background check in order to qualify for military base access, which is required with this position's work location on base. The background check may include fingerprinting. All job offers are conditional pending successful completion of the federal background check and issuance of a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) card allowing base access. Also, you must be able to maintain the clearance throughout your employment. If using a private vehicle this will require a valid Alaska Driver License, proof of vehicle insurance, and a valid State of Alaska vehicle registration.
State employees are guests on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson; clearance and access are not within the State's control.
Special Note: In addition, in some cases employees must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC). As part of the examination process, a background check investigation, including a criminal records check, will be conducted. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment. The circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in
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Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
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Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
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Contracting/Procurement/Property Control: Knowledge of various types of contracts, techniques, or requirements for contracting or procurement, contract negotiation and administration; procedures for routine and non-routine purchases; practices and methods used for property control activities, including acquisition, storage, accounting, and controlled property excess.
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Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
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Reasoning: Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions.
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or experience in business administration, logistics, supply chain management, project management, or a related field performing property control, purchasing, contract administration, writing or approving solicitations, explaining contracting requirements, developing or approving product specifications or, developing or approving a scope of work for professional services.
Special Note:
“Competencies” means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.
“Typically gained by” means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.
“Training” and “education” in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.
Some positions in the series may require an Alaska driver's license. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
David BakerProcurement Specialist 5
Work: 907-428-7220
Email: [email protected]