This position is classified as a Purchasing Officer. If better suited, please consider applying for the position of a Buyer (Purchasing Officer underfill) as well or in addition to this position. The Buyer position is a great opportunity to develop your skills to be successful at the Purchasing Officer level.
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, Division of Purchasing (DOP) 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.
- 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.
Considerable knowledge of:
- Governmental purchasing procedures and methods
- 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.
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!
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 ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
EEO/ADA/Veteran's Preference
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 ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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