Remote Public Procurement Specialist

Talentify; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holid

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The State of Montana Department of Administration is seeking a Procurement Officer to support the Department of Public Health and Human Services. You will ensure procurements and contracts meet laws and funding requirements, mentor staff, and manage solicitations and contracts.

This role offers telework with required weekly in-office days in Helena, MT, and requires strong judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to explain complex procurement concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Communication, or related field; OR
• Associate degree in Business Public Administration, Communication, or related field and two years’ experience in technical writing, research, or project management; OR
• Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Mentor DPHHS staff in procurement procedures and contract management.
• Conduct solicitations for goods and services.
• Provide contract oversight and management of all assigned and ongoing contracts.
• Explain complex procurement and contracting requirements to a wide range of internal stakeholders.
• Telework with weekly in-office days in Helena per state policy.

Skills

Deliver outstanding customer service

Research

Data gathering and analysis

Government contracting knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Set objectives and priorities

Problem identification and strategy

Independent work ethic

Time management of multiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Public Administration/Communication

Associate degree in Business/Public Administration/Communication + 2 years experience

Alternate education/experience combinations

Job description

The State of Montana Department of Administration is seeking a Procurement Officer to support the Department of Public Health and Human Services. You will ensure procurements and contracts meet laws and funding requirements, mentor staff, and manage solicitations and contracts.

This role offers telework with required weekly in-office days in Helena, MT, and requires strong judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to explain complex procurement concepts to diverse stakeholders.