Procurement

This is a vocational-level position accountable for following detailed procedures with minimal instruction.  At this level, employees prepare and process documents for the requisition, purchase, receipt, issuance, and delivery of goods and services. Procurement Associates also secure and maintain control records for a variety of property and equipment. At this level, employees review documents for completeness and accuracy and procure goods or services within pre-established limits of contracts.

This is a professional position accountable for using a range of procurement and contracting methods to procure products and services within a set threshold exclusive of pre-established contracts and within pricing guidelines or agreements, and/or preparing and tracking contracts or agreements.  At this level, employees are accountable for the contracting process from beginning to end and have responsibility for developing contract and related documents that include standard clauses, previously prepared model agreements, or routine supplemental stipulations. Incumbents have the authority to analyze best alternatives and negotiate basic terms of contracts in compliance with State procurement rules and specifications.

This is a senior-level professional position accountable for managing and overseeing the competitive procurement process on behalf of state agencies.  Employees direct and manage the inputs or components (e.g. research, compliance, RFPs, etc.) involved with developing and executing on high level contracts. At this level, incumbents give consultative advice on contract methods including, but not limited to: identifying and prioritizing needs, assessing the impact of contract decisions, and developing strategies to mitigate risk. Employees are also accountable for recommending State policies and guidelines, training State agency staff, and reviewing State procurements for compliance with statutes, administrative rules, and policies.

This is a supervisory position accountable for overseeing and monitoring procurement activities for compliance with applicable statutes, policies, and procedures. At this level employees write, review, and/or negotiate grants, Requests for Proposal (RFP), contracts, and agreements. Employees are accountable for determining contract compatibility with agency objectives and strategic plans. Incumbents may provide input into setting a budget and are responsible for operating within an assigned budget. Employee supervision includes hire recommendations, training, planning and assigning work, performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Employees must have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen.  

This is a managerial position accountable for overseeing the procurement function for an agency. Employees are responsible for establishing statewide or agency procurement programs compatible with agency objectives and strategies. Employees at this level are responsible for setting a budget and ensuring the department operates within that budget. Incumbents are responsible for coordinating multiple resources, scheduling and prioritizing work, and supervising employees. Employee supervision includes hire recommendations, training, planning and assigning work, performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Employees must have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen.