Senior Procurement & Contracts Policy Specialist

Hawaii State Department of Education; Hawaii; On-site; USD 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hawaii State Department of Education is seeking a Procurement and Contracts Support Specialist V to lead revisions of purchasing policies, ensure compliance with the Procurement Code, and serve as a technical resource for staff and bidders.

The role requires a four-year degree, and extensive experience in procurement and contracts administration, with audits of schools and offices, and ability to mentor others. The position offers a salary range shown and a full‑time schedule in Hawaii.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; substitution allowed for experience.
• Experience in procurement and contracts administration.
• Knowledge of procurement laws, rules, and standards.
• Ability to plan, analyze, and prepare reports and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Revises and develops purchasing policies and guidelines.
• Reviews outgoing staff correspondence.
• Acts as technical resource to staff, administrators, and bidders.
• Audits procurement practices and prepares reports for senior management.
• Investigates complaints from requisitioners and vendors and recommends actions.
• Resolves complex contract compliance issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Policy development

Auditing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Hawaii State Department of Education is seeking a Procurement and Contracts Support Specialist V to lead revisions of purchasing policies, ensure compliance with the Procurement Code, and serve as a technical resource for staff and bidders.

The role requires a four-year degree, and extensive experience in procurement and contracts administration, with audits of schools and offices, and ability to mentor others. The position offers a salary range shown and a full‑time schedule in Hawaii.