Job Description

Description

Work for the State of Idaho!

Here you can find:

PERSI Retirement

Great and affordable Medical and Dental Insurance

Vacation and Sick Leave that accrues as soon as you start!

Work/Life balance

11 Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Are you ready to put your experience in procurement and/or contract administration to good use by serving the great State of Idaho? The , in beautiful downtown Boise, may be just what you are looking for! Imagine having the privilege to play a key roll in delivering vital goods and services across the state; from vehicles for law enforcement and snowplows for Idaho roads to the incredible exhibits at the Idaho State Museum, and everything in between.

The selected candidate(s) will join a team of passionate and skilled professionals that serve as the central purchasing authority for state agencies. In addition to challenging and rewarding work, emphasizes professional development and strongly encourages team members to participate in the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) and the local chapter of the National Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP) in Idaho, the Idaho Public Purchasing Association (IPPA).

We serve Idaho by promoting responsible government through expert customer support.

Example of Duties

• Consults with department purchasing personnel to determine product or equipment requirements
• Performs market research on products, equipment, and services to ensure practicality, cost effectiveness and supply availability,
• Advises departments of legal requirements for purchasing
• Consults with department purchasing and legal counsel on determination of contract terms and conditions and ensures language is specific.
• Applies value analysis and life-cycle-costing formulas to purchases.
• Reviews and approves department bid analysis.
• Reviews adequacy of bid rejection rationale.
• Confirms selection of the appropriate supplier, in compliance with the State Procurement Act.
• Consults with the Administrator and legal counsel on vendor appeals.
• Prepares complex multi-department contracts.
• Negotiates solutions when terms of contract are broken.

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of:

• Governmental purchasing procedures and methods

Experience:

• Interpreting and applying laws, rules, and regulations
• Preparing contracts and bond requirements for products, services, or equipment
• Monitoring contract activity for compliance with terms and conditions
• Preparing and evaluating written specifications that include value analysis, life-cycle, and weighted value
• Developing solicitations, awarding contracts, and answering basic questions independently.
• Ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and discretion.

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to sit 2-4 hours at a time
• Periods of prolonged typing
• Periods of prolonged reading
• Some travel may be required

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check.

This position will also interact with a diverse customer base and must be able to interact in a non-partisan manner when working in political environments.

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Department of Administration!

If you have questions about this position please contact us at:

Email:

Phone: 208.332.1819

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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