Buyer Specialist: State Farm Complex #00513

DHRM; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking a Buyer Specialist for the State Farm Complex in Goochland County. You will perform purchasing activities under VPPA, draft specifications, bids and RFPs, evaluate proposals, and award contracts.

You will keep the Accountant and Business Manager informed of issues and resolutions. Applicants should have procurement experience, COI compliance ability, and ideally VCA/VCO certifications; training may be required within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in public or private procurement.
• COI filing within required timeframes.
• Ability to follow complex procurement policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform VPPA-based procurement following DPS/DGS policies.
• Prepare specifications, bids, and RFPs; evaluate bids and make initial award.
• Coordinate vendor performance evaluations and keep leadership informed.

Skills

Procurement experience

Vendor coordination

Computer & typing skills

Education

Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) certification

Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification

Tools

VPPA knowledge

Job description

Title: Buyer Specialist: State Farm Complex #00513

State Role Title: Procurement Officer I

Hiring Range: $50,399.00 - $76,159.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: State Farm Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This position is located in our State Farm Complex in Goochland County. This position provides accurate, timely, purchasing functions following Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), Virginia Division of Purchases & Supplies (DPS), Virginia Department of General Services (DGS), departmental, and institutional policies for all purchases. Writes specifications, invitations for bids, and requests for proposals. Evaluates bids with the user and makes initial award. Responsible for keeping Accountant and Business Manager aware of potential problems and responsible for keeping them aware of problems resolved on a timely basis. Coordinates evaluations of vendor performance. Ensures duties are performed as needed and policies are adhered to consistently. Ability to complete the Virginia Ethics Council Conflict of Interest (COI) filing within two (2) business days of hire and annually thereafter, in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3100. Ability to complete COI training within two (2) months of hire and every other year thereafter, as required by Code of Virginia § 2.2-3132.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience related to public or private procurement. Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) or higher Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) or other related certification preferred. 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.
• Ability to complete the Virginia Ethics Council Conflict of Interest (COI) filing within two (2) business days of hire and annually thereafter, in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3100.
• Ability to complete COI training within two (2) months of hire and every other year thereafter, as required by Code of Virginia § 2.2-3132.

Additional Considerations

Working knowledge of state and agency policies and procedures. Must possess a working knowledge of computers and must have at least moderate computer and typing skills. Must demonstrate 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 while maintaining harmonious working relationships and must be able to resolve complaints. VCA or higher (VCO)

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: Emailed applications are not accepted.

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.

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. Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time