PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY SPECIALIST 3 Apply
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Description
If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you!
- Are you a self-starter with an interest in procurement for warehouse stock?
- Do you thrive in a team environment?
- Do you want a position with career growth opportunities?
About the Agency & Division:
The WSP actively supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in the workplace, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The WSP strives to create and foster an inclusive culture inspiring everyone to be their authentic selves, speak openly, and be courageous. The WSP continues to focus on equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices and policies through innovative recruitment and retention solutions. Partnering with our communities helps the WSP provide the best in public safety services now and into the future.
The Property Management Division (PMD) serves three primary functions for the agency; Facilities Management, Fleet Management, and Supply Management. The Property Management Division is responsible for providing comprehensive facilities management through the capital and operating budget process.
Duties
This position supports the Supply Section Mission and goals as the Procurement and Supply Specialist 3. All procurement staff in the Supply Section provide support to any bureau, division, section in the agency. This position provides primary support to the following:
This position acts as the primary contact and purchaser of commodities for the above listed Divisions/Units. This position also purchases commodities for various other divisions/ sections as required. This position serves as a backup for the Procurement and Supply Specialist 2s (PSS2) assigned to the section. This position will purchase commodities following guidelines outlined by the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES), The Washington State Office of Financial Management (OFM), state laws and regulations defined in the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC), as well as agency standards and policy.
Our new teammate will be able to:
- Fire Training Division
- Fire Protection Bureau
- Criminal Investigation Division
- Information Technology Division
- Training Division
This position acts as the primary contact and purchaser of commodities for the above listed Divisions/Units. This position also purchases commodities for various other divisions/ sections as required. This position serves as a backup for the Procurement and Supply Specialist 2s (PSS2) assigned to the section. This position will purchase commodities following guidelines outlined by the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES), The Washington State Office of Financial Management (OFM), state laws and regulations defined in the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC), as well as agency standards and policy.
Our new teammate will be able to:
- Review of purchase requests for agency compliance.
- Identify procurement methodologies to maintain compliance with RCWs and DES procurement policies.
- Originate and finalize varying types of Procurements to include but not limited to complex procurements, competitive solicitations and sole source procurements.
- Conducts research for new sources of supply; locates and contacts vendors and suppliers.
- Research new vendors and equipment to best suit the agencys needs.
- Communicate with customers and vendors to resolve problems including receipt of incorrect items and discrepancies in the billing process or cycle.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate
- Two years of experience as a Procurement and Supply Specialist 2
- Full time experience as a purchasing professional will substitute on a year for year basis for the two years as a Procurement and Supply Specialist 2
If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again. It may be that lived experience, volunteer positions, or a combination of experience and education could demonstrate your ability to perform the duties within this job. If you are excited about this role but youre not sure if your experience or held credentials align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway and contact the HR Consultant below to discuss your situation specifically. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Why work for the Washington State Patrol?
- A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
- An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
- Continuous growth and development opportunities.
- Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
- Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01
- Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
WSP Policy 1.04.020 - WSP does not engage in, or assist with, civil immigration enforcement, therefore; In no stage of the hiring process will the immigration status of family members of the candidate be investigated by the Washington State Patrol.
Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded. Please click here to determine your eligibility.
Questions?
Please contact Erica Alvarado at (360) 704-2293 or via e-mail at erica.alvarado@wsp.wa.gov.
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