The Procurement and Contract Specialist aids in the procurement of goods and services and contract processes and procedures. This position works as technical administrative support within procurement, contracts, and property administration by assisting higher-level staff. This position also assists in gathering information used to assemble contracts and agreements.

Candidates must submit their applications by 12/13/22 in order to be considered for first round interviews.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited 4 year institution; 1 year of relevant work experience managing government contracts and procurement rules and regulations desired, not required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Successful registration with the Office of Child Care Central Background Registry.
• Candidate must pass a comprehensive MWVCAA background screening prior to employment.
• Valid driver and insured vehicle available for use on the job with satisfactory drive record for the previous three years, or acceptable alternative.
• This position is subject to MWVCAA's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in routine and standardized purchasing and contracting or agreement work.
• Reviews procurement requests and processes.
• Locates sources of supplies and services. Compares cost, quality, and availability of products and services. Identifies the best value purchasing for agency. Evaluates products or services and selects source. Applies purchasing guidelines and procedures to select the proper purchasing methods. Obtains vendor quotations, evaluates results, and awards purchases.
• Assists in identifying and recommending products available through existing state procurement contracts.
• Maintains electronic databases and files used to track leasing or contract activity.
• Maintains regular telephone, written, electronic and personal contact with vendors.
• Maintains regular contact with agency employees to discuss purchasing or contracting needs and explain requirements, and with other members of the procurement and contract staff to share information and coordinate activities.
• Assists in procurement administration.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity for handling office equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor, office work environment with frequent interruptions and demands.
• Working with coworkers/clients over the phone and in-person.
• Occasional noise and distractions in work spaces.
• Occasional remote work.
• Potential risk of exposure to COVID-19 and other communicable conditions. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as face coverings may be required.

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  COVID-19 Alert: This position includes performing essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic and potential exposure to others who may be infected with the virus. I understand that if I receive a positive test, I will report it to HR at HR-COVID@mwvcaa.org and my supervisor and wait to be released back to work by HR. I also understand that I must use available PPE and practice social distancing whenever possible according to agency policies.

MWVCAA is committed to promoting and achieving diversity, equity and inclusion with employees and with those we serve. The agency strives to be an employer of choice with a vision for all people to be respected for their infinite worth, and supported to envision and reach a positive future.

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at (503) 585-6232.

**This is a partial list of essential duties and responsibilities. To review the full job description, please apply at mwvcaa.org/careers/.