Corrections Construction Buyer Specialist (State Farm): Central Administration #00459

Title: Corrections Construction Buyer Specialist (State Farm): Central Administration #00459

State Role Title: Procurement Officer I

Hiring Range: $48,695 - $73,584

Pay Band: 4

• Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin
• Location: State Farm Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

• Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

Actively participate in the productive, effective and cost-efficient delivery of programs and services which support and enhance field operations to achieve the goals, mission and vision of the Department.

Position is responsible for the procurement and administration of contracts with commercial construction building materials, machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services in area of assignment for the Corrections Construction Unit (CCU). The position is responsible for monitoring contract administration, to oversee compliance issues and perform dispute resolution also to assist procurement personnel in all facets of the Va. State Procurement policies to include but not limited to the eVA (Virginia web-based procurement) procurement functions in procurement of goods and services. Assist unit administration assistants with other office functions as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Working knowledge and experience with state and agency policies and procedures to include procurement. Experience evaluating bids, Requests for Proposals (RFP’s), and purchase orders for goods, services, and equipment. Must possess a working knowledge of computers including Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and must have at least moderate computer and typing skills. Must demonstrate the ability to effectively follow oral and written instructions and managing multiple tasks. Must be able to communicate and deal effectively with vendors, agency personnel and institutional department heads.

Additional Considerations

Virginia Contracting certification (VCA, VCO, or higher) or other purchasing related certification. If individual does not have the VCA certification, the individual will be required to obtain the VCA within 1 year of being hired as a condition of employment.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

• Name: Human Resources
• Phone: 804-641-9840
• Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.