Administrative Officer 1 - Procurement

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking an Administrative Officer 1 - Procurement in Harrisburg to oversee procurement contracts and develop tools that enhance services for Pennsylvanians with disabilities. You will coordinate vendor activities, monitor performance, and support IT liaison tasks across offices.

This federal-state role offers full-time hours with a negotiable schedule, potential telework, and a starting salary of $53,008 per year, with room for growth based on experience and

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Contract Oversight: Manage procurement contracts and records of commitments and expenditures.
• Resource Development: Create statements of work and tools tracking purchase orders and software use.
• Accommodation Support: Research staff accommodation needs and coordinate with the OA accommodation unit.
• Vendor Coordination: Assist vendors with enrollment requirements and provide information on agreements.
• Performance Monitoring: Analyze contractor performance data and support compliance.
• Technical Liaison Work: Back up the OVR IT Liaison by securing quotes for technology and equipment.

Skills

Office management experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

As an Administrative Officer 1 - Procurement with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Bureau of Central Operation in the Budget, Grant and Administrative Services Division, you will help guide important procurement and program activities that support people across Pennsylvania. This position allows you to use your organizational strengths to enhance services delivered to individuals with disabilities. Every day brings new opportunities to build partnerships and streamline operations. Be part of meaningful work that drives positive change.

This role supports the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation by overseeing procurement activities and helping develop tools and resources that improve services for Pennsylvanians with disabilities. As an Administrative Officer 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Contract Oversight: Manage procurement contracts and keep detailed records of commitments and expenditures
• Resource Development: Create statements of work and build tools that track purchase orders and specialized software use
• Accommodation Support: Research staff accommodation needs, arrange evaluations, and coordinate with the OA accommodation unit
• Vendor Coordination: Assist vendors with enrollment requirements and provide information related to specialized agreements
• Performance Monitoring: Analyze contractor performance data and support compliance through recommended procedures
• Technical Liaison Work: Back up the OVR IT Liaison by securing quotes for technology and related equipment across all offices

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 7.5 hour work day
• Work hours are negotiable, Monday - Friday, with a 30 or 60-minute lunch depending on work hours. AWS (alternate work schedule) may be available.
• The Headquarters location may be flexible to the selected candidate, however the ability to report to the Harrisburg Office as needed is required.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of the training period. 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. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work; and bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.