Job Posting Title
Contracting & Acquisition Administrator
Agency
292 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Supervisory Organization
Environmental Quality–Support Services
Job Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
Hiring Rate:
Level I - $97,614.40
Job Description
All applicants must be able to pass a background check and must be able to legally work within the United States. DEQ does not allow sponsorship for those on a H1B visa. This position requires in-office work Monday - Friday. There is no remote work allowed.
All applicants must upload a resume, a transcript, and CPO Certification to be considered for this position.
Direct oversight of agency procurement and requisition function in the acquisition of goods and services used to support agency operations. This will include developing and implementing agency policies and procedures, directing staff functions, and insuring compliance with applicable laws and rules concerning the procurement of goods and services. Knowledge of contracting methods pertaining to the acquisition of a wide variety of goods and services; of contract administration principles and practices necessary to monitor contractor performance and resolve disputes; of state purchasing laws and regulations; of assigned commodities and services; of sources of supply; of recent developments, trends, and improvements in products; of economic factors affecting acquisition; and of management principles and practices. Ability is required to direct an agency acquisition function; to write and review purchase requisitions and specifications; to evaluate bids and award contracts; to identify sources of supply; to monitor contract performance and resolve disputes; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Researches and interprets applicable federal and state laws, regulations, rules, and policies; provides interpretation of policy and procedures to staff and outside entities.
Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree in business administration and five years of experience in business or office management, including four years in purchasing, acquisition or supply; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of technical experience in purchasing or in writing and/or reviewing purchase requisitions or specifications for each year of the required education.
Occasionally lifting/carrying 75 pounds, 25 pounds frequently, able to push and pull a maximum force of 40 pounds and able to lift and hold overhead up to 40 pounds. Other work will be in an office environment with computer and telephone skills.
Other Information not included above:
Employee must be capable of effectively and diplomatically communicating (both verbal and written) with DEQ and other agency personnel, and with the public.
Employee must be capable of using DEQ standard software (Office 365, OnBase, PeopleSoft etc.), the Internet, and other software as necessary or be willing to train in areas where they are not proficient.
Employee will be expected to participate in training in those areas deemed important for performing the job, to
continually enhance work skills especially as upgrades to various software applications are required to complete the assigned duties.
Employee must exhibit positive responsiveness with assigned tasks and with newly identified projects that the agency/division deem necessary to meet program assignments, commitments, and directives overall Agency or Division goals.
Employee must be willing to change work schedule to work weekends, off hours, holidays, and extended hours if need arises.
Not all applicants will receive an interview. If you are selected to be interviewed, you will be notified by email.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .
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