Procurement & Contract Specialist 1

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and retirement programs

Advancement opportunities

Work/life balance and holidays

Job summary

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) is seeking a Procurement & Contract Specialist 1 to support non-alcohol procurement services. This role sits in OLCC’s Financial and Procurement Division, contributing to contract development, bidding, and compliance within a centralized purchasing team.

Based in Milwaukie, OR with potential flexible hybrid scheduling after training. AFSCME represented, with pension, learning opportunities, and a strong commitment to public safety and fairness.

Qualifications

• Three years’ paraprofessional or technical-level experience in related fields (business, contracts, purchasing, admin).
• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience.
• One-year certificate may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with technical resource staff to develop specifications, requirements and guidelines.
• Provide technical assistance by interpreting contract rules and guidelines.
• Evaluate contracts for potential performance risk.
• Develop bids with terms and conditions following state procurement rules.
• Lead pre-bid conferences and clarify issues with bidders.
• Review procurement requests for completion and determine method to use.
• Write, administer bids or proposals and recommend awards.
• Review contracts for compliance with requirements and specifications.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Contracts/purchasing

Education

Bachelor’s degree substitution

One-year certificate substitution

Job description

Job Description

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) oversees access to alcohol and cannabis products in Oregon through education, regulation, and distilled spirits distribution. Our aim is to protect public health and safety while supporting responsible businesses and providing funding for local and state agencies.

Initial Posting Date

10/14/2026

Application Deadline

10/26/2026

Agency

Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission

Salary Range

$4,519 - $6,900

Position Type

Employee

Position Title

Procurement & Contract Specialist 1

Job Description

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) oversees access to alcohol and cannabis products in Oregon through education, regulation, and distilled spirits distribution. Our aim is to protect public health and safety while supporting responsible businesses and providing funding for local and state agencies.

The agency is comprised of three major operational programs: the Distilled Spirits Program, the Recreational Marijuana Program, and the Public Safety Program. All three programs are supported by the Administration, Financial Services, and Support Services divisions. Revenue generated from these programs helps support state and local government programs.

This position is part of the OLCC Financial and Procurement Division. As part of OLCC’s centralized purchasing team this position provides non-alcohol purchasing and contracting services for OLCC.

What’s In It For You

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service and safety
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, personal days, sick time, vacation accruals, and more! Click here to learn about State of Oregon benefits.
• Pension and retirement programs
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• A workplace that fosters fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

About This Opportunity

• This position is based at our Milwaukie, OR headquarters office. Please note that the headquarters for the agency will relocate from Milwaukie to Portland, OR by approximately mid 2027.
• After an initial training period, this position may be eligible for a flexible hybrid work schedule, however weekly in-office work may be required.
• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) union.

Here’s What You Will Do

• Collaborate with technical resource staff to develop specifications, requirements and guidelines.
• Provide technical assistance to program staff by interpreting and clarifying contract and solicitation rules and guidelines.
• Evaluate contracts for potential performance risk.
• Develop bids including the contract terms and conditions by understanding and applying procurement principles, ethics, laws, policies, and guidelines used by the State of Oregon and must be able to analyze and apply them as appropriate.
• Lead pre-bid conferences; clarify contract issues with bidders or potential contractors.
• Review procurement requests for completion and accuracy; determine appropriate procurement method to use.
• Write and administer bids or proposals, and recommend or make quotation awards.
• Review contracts and agreements for compliance with requirements, regulations and specifications.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position and is required to meet the demands of this job.

Please contact [e-mail] if you would like a copy of the position description.

Minimum Qualifications

Here’s what you need to qualify:

• Three years’ paraprofessional or technical-level experience in a related field such as general business, accounting, contracts, purchasing, or project administration support.

OR

• A bachelor’s degree will substitute for the experience.
• A one-year certificate in supply chain, logistics management, procurement, or a related field will substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated ability in maintaining accurate contractor records, databases, and dispatch information to support agreement awards, compliance efforts, and operational decision‑making.
• Experience developing and maintaining tracking systems to monitor compliance activities, agreement status, and contractor performance.
• Experience in writing, reviewing, negotiating, and administering legally binding agreements while ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience administering, developing, evaluating, and negotiating public or private contracts or agreements.
• Currently hold procurement certification(s).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Additional Information

• The use of outside resources such as artificial intelligence (AI) software during applicant skills assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
• The selection process consists of a review of your application and an evaluation of your education, experience, training, and overall professionalism of your application materials. Candidates that follow the application directions, submit what is required and provide us with credentials that showcase their skills and how they meet the minimum qualifications and preferred skills will be invited to an interview. Resumes will not replace the completed job history experience in Workday. We will only review documents that are requested. Because details are very important to us, your application materials will be evaluated for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• This recruitment may be used to fill current and future Permanent, Limited Duration, Job Rotation and Temporary vacancies as they occur.
• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, and training documented in the application materials.
• Any offer of employment with OLCC is contingent on acceptable references and background check. This position requires a background and security check with fingerprinting to work in areas that handle confidential documents. An adverse background and failed security clearance will result in disqualification.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
• We hire preferred workers! For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.
• OLCC does not offer VISA sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

Helpful Links And Contact Information

Learn more about OLCC

Understanding the State Application Process

Help and Support webpage

For more information you may contact us by e‑mail at [e-mail].

OLCC is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.

Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources email: [e-mail] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.