This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

The Office of Procurement and Property Management (OPPM)'s mission is to provide efficient, cost-effective, customer-focused services to State of Alaska agencies, allowing departments to focus resources on their principal functions instead of common administrative functions.

The main objectives of OPPM are to standardize and streamline business processes, leverage technologies to reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive higher quality service.

OPPM is dedicated to bettering the processes of State procurement and empowering State agencies to provide the greatest level of service to all Alaskans.

If you enjoy working with a team of talented employees and would like to drive change in how state government business is done in the State of Alaska, this may be the job for you. Our team has a culture of support and growth, we have multiple career ladders across job categories enabling employees to progress within the Division as they gain skills and knowledge. You will be able to telecommute on a hybrid schedule, receive training and mentorship, bring your ideas to fruition, and work alongside team members who really love what they do!

The working conditions you can expect:
OPPM’s office locations in Juneau and Anchorage are both centrally located in the Juneau State Office Building, and the Atwood Building. We also have an office in the Palmer State office building to help ensure our valley commuters enjoy the same level of flexibility and work life balance. We offer the option of a hybrid telework schedule to allow maximum flexibility for our employees. If an employee lives in a location where we do not have an office, we do have the option of 100% telework. OPPM utilizes collaborative platforms to maintain a close-knit team no matter where in the State you live.

Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, a candidate will need to possess the following core competencies/knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience:

• Contracting/Procurement: Knowledge of various types of contracts, techniques, or requirements for contracting or procurement, and contract negotiation and administration.

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

• Customer Service: Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside State government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

• Ability to write clearly and concisely to develop complete documents, memoranda, reports, and correspondence relating to procurement and policies. Ability to prioritize, adapt, and organize workloads, projects, materials, all which may be competing for priority.

• Set well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.

Special Note:

• This position may require travel on an as-needed basis, a few times a year.

To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Minimum Qualifications

One year of professional procurement experience requiring contact with program experts to develop solicitations, product specifications or a scope of work for professional services equivalent to Procurement Specialist 2 or Contracting Officer 2 with the State of Alaska.

Special Note:
Some positions in the series may require an Alaska driver's license.

Additional Required Information

• Copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.
• Cover Letter

• Three (3) professional references including name, job/title, employer and current contact information. At least one of these references must be a current or past supervisor.
• Last three (3) performance evaluations, or two (2) letters of reference if evaluations are unavailable.

A cover letter is required to introduce yourself and to share why you desire to be a part of our team. This letter will be used as your writing sample and is an essential part of your application package and will address each of the desired areas below. Write a minimum of one paragraph using your past experience/accomplishments as it relates to each of these areas. Cover letters will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Omission of any required documentation will result in an incomplete application, and you will not receive further consideration.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or within 48 hours of the close of this recruitment to the contact person listed below.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

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Contact Information

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/programs/index.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Eleven paid holidays a year
• Gym discounts at participating fitness providers in multiple locations throughout the state.

See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/ghlb/employee/health/gymListing.html for additional information