Procurement Specialist II/III — Contracting & Purchasing

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska’s procurement team seeks a skilled Procurement Specialist 2/3 to handle procurement and contract administration in Anchorage. The role emphasizes analytical thinking, problem solving, and effective written and verbal communication.

Candidates should understand procurement practices and property control within a state agency. Starting salaries are published for Procurement Specialist 2 and 3, and the position requires Alaska residency.

Qualifications

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: logical, systematic approach to problems/opportunities.
• Computer Skills: use computers, software, databases, automated systems.
• Contracting/Procurement/Property Control: contracting/procurement knowledge, negotiation and administration; routine and non‑routine purchases; property control.

Responsibilities

• Procurement/contract administration responsibilities.
• Support compliance with procurement policies and standards when issuing solicitations.
• Assist in evaluating contracts and maintaining property control records.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Computer Skills

Contracting/Procurement

Oral & Written Communication

Reasoning

Education

Post-secondary education or experience

Job description

State of Alaska’s procurement team seeks a skilled Procurement Specialist 2/3 to handle procurement and contract administration in Anchorage. The role emphasizes analytical thinking, problem solving, and effective written and verbal communication.

Candidates should understand procurement practices and property control within a state agency. Starting salaries are published for Procurement Specialist 2 and 3, and the position requires Alaska residency.