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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Procurement Specialist 1 in Pennsylvania
Procurement Specialist 1
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Procurement Specialist 1
Salary
$49,839.00 - $75,795.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2024-81951
Department
Pennsylvania State Police
Division
SP Prcmnt Sply Div
Opening Date
04/16/2024
Closing Date
4/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
02710
Position Number
00078922
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
ST06
Bureau / Division Code
00206210
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Staff Services/Procurement Supply DIvision
Worksite Address
1800 Elmerton Avenue
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement
Contact Email
ra-spspcivilplcmt@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Do you have experience strategically sourcing and procuring goods and services for a large organization? Are you searching for a remarkable and thrilling chance to utilize your purchasing expertise with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania? If that is the case, a Procurement Specialist 1 position with t he Pennsylvania State Police might be the perfect fit for you. If you possess dedication, a positive attitude, excellent organizational skills, and attention to detail, we strongly encourage you to apply and become a part of our team of procurement professionals!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Procurement Specialist 1, your primary responsibility will be to oversee the Pennsylvania State Police's procurement of commodities. This includes bidding of commodities, purchase document preparation, specifications control and development, and commodities acceptance and delivery.
In this position, you will work with agency subject matter experts and personnel for the procurement of routine goods and services to administer procurement activities from the development and implementation of the procurement strategy to the management of the purchase order. You will also monitor the compliance of the supplier, including tracking supplier performance and gathering supplier performance feedback.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00078922) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year of experience performing technical purchasing or contract management work; and a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, logistics, project, or operations management, or a related field; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement:
You must pass criminal history and background investigations if you do not have a current Pennsylvania State Police background on file.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
How many years of full-time experience do you possess performing technical level purchasing work? (Purchasing work is experience in a business, institutional, or governmental setting where the applicant's primary job function involves the procurement of supplies, materials, equipment, or services.)
5 years or more
4 but less than 5 years
3 but less than 4 years
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
6 months but less than 1 year
Less than 6 months
None
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time experience do you possess performing technical level contract management work? (Contract management work is the process of managing contracts, deliverables, deadlines, and contract terms and conditions. These may include contracts related to sales invoices, purchase orders, utilities, goods, supplies, equipment, and services.)
5 years or more
4 but less than 5 years
3 but less than 4 years
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
6 months but less than 1 year
Less than 6 months
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How much college college coursework have you completed in business, supply chain, logistics, project management, operations management, procurement, or contract management? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
120 credits or more
90 but less than 120 credits
60 but less than 90 credits
30 but less than 60 credits
Less than 30 credits
None
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov