Procurement Specialist 1 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4841437) Apply  Procurement Specialist 1 Salary $50,836.00 - $77,321.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2025-19466 Department Department of State Division ST Div Prcmnt Opening Date 02/26/2025 Closing Date 3/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 02710 Position Number 50672607 Union Non Union Bargaining Unit A3 Pay Group ST06 Bureau / Division Code 00191520 Bureau / Division ST Division Procurement Worksite Address 401 North Street City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17120 Contact Name Jennifer Boisvert Contact Phone 717.409.3970 Contact Email jboisvert@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you searching for an exciting opportunity to utilize your purchasing expertise with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania? If that is the case, the Procurement Specialist 1 position at the Department of State might be the perfect fit for you. This role offers the opportunity for procuring commodities and services for the Department of State using the Department of General Services' statewide contracts, Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) contracts, competitive solicitations, and agency-specific contracts. If you possess dedication, a positive attitude, and excellent organizational skills, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our team of procurement professionals! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Procurement Specialist 1, you will be responsible for preparing purchase orders for the Department using statewide contracts for services, such as catering and event planning, in-person interpreters, translations, and others as needed. Additional duties include tracking and purchasing supplies for the Department and preparing purchase orders created for the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s) for competitive solicitations. in this role, you will use a Commonwealth issued purchasing card to make payments in compliance with Commonwealth policies and procedures while ensuring deliverables are received, accepted, and correctly documented. Effective communication is crucial as you correspond with vendors as necessary regarding quotes, bids, delivery of services and/or supplies, payment, invoicing, and performance concerns. 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=50672607) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment + Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. + Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. + 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. 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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. 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 upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingand clicking the Evaluation Services Link. For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visitand click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. + 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 Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov