PROCUREMENT OFFICER I - BUYER

DHRM; Rockville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL in Virginia is seeking a Procurement Officer I - Buyer to handle purchasing for stock and non-stock items supporting the facility’s mission. The role emphasizes customer service, operates with VPPA/APSPM and related procurement policies, and requires ERP system experience.

Applicants must be current state employees and eligible for a Virginia VCA within two years. Location is at Eastern State Hospital with state employee benefits and structured hiring.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Experience in purchasing policies, procedures and terminology (i.e. VPPA, APSPM, Conflict of Interest, EVA, SPCC, and SWaM).
• Experience with automated ERP, procurement, and inventory systems is required.
• Must be able to obtain a VCA within two years of employment date.

Responsibilities

• The Buyer position performs buying duties for stock and non-stock items in support of the facility’s mission to include nonprofessional services.
• Must be a current State employee to qualify for this position.

Job description

Title: PROCUREMENT OFFICER I - BUYER

State Role Title: Purchas Agnts, Excpt Wholesle, Retl, and Farm Prod

Hiring Range: $49,534 - $56,964

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Eastern State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/esh/

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

*Must be a current State employee to qualify for this position*.

The Buyer position performs buying duties for stock and non-stock items in support of the facility’s mission to include nonprofessional services.

Successful candidate should possess:

• Skilled in operation of desktop computer, typewriter, copier and calculator.
• Ability to work with the public rendering excellent customer service and complete tasks in required timeframes.
• Knowledge of VPPA, APSPM, SPCC, Conflict of Interest and electronic procurement systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Experience in purchasing policies, procedures and terminology (i.e. VPPA, APSPM, Conflict of Interest, EVA, SPCC, and SWaM).
• Experience with automated ERP, procurement, and inventory systems is required.
• Must be able to obtain a VCA within two years of employment date.

Additional Considerations

Experience with state and/or federal procurement processing.

Contact Information

Name: EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL

Phone: [phone]

Email: EMAIL APPLICATION MATERIAL 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.

Advertised: 28 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 05 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time