Procurement Specialist: Virginia Correctional Enterprises #00218

Title: Procurement Specialist: Virginia Correctional Enterprises #00218

State Role Title: Financial Services Spec I

Hiring Range: $48,856 - $73,281

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: VCE Headquarters

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

To enhance the correctional programs of the Commonwealth of Virginia by operating a viable business entity that provides jobs and work skills for sentenced offenders to help them successfully re-enter society and offers quality goods and services to our customers, on time and at a fair price.

Virginia Correctional Enterprises (VCE) is a manufacturing and service agency that is focused on providing meaningful jobs and work skills for offenders and offering quality goods and services to our customers. For more information on our products, services and locations visit govce.net.

Procure goods and services utilizing knowledge of procurement according to the policies and procedures of the Virginia Public Procurement Act and the Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual. Maintains sources of supply and promotes small, women-owned and minority-owned business programs. Serves as first point of contact for eVA related issues and concerns as well as general procurement questions from agency staff. Assist and support manufacturing operations as needed to achieve strategic objectives for quality products, accurate and complete orders within the delivery time specified. This position is required to complete and submit a Statement of Economic Interest.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED. Proficiency in computer keyboarding and MS Word, Outlook, and Excel. Skill in planning, organizing, record-keeping, purchasing, problem solving, and training. Ability to effectively manage time, maintain attention to detail, prioritize, and make decisions. Ability to work independently, resolve problems, and perform effectively in complex work situations that involve multi-tasking and procedural requirements. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, listen effectively and handle difficult situations. Knowledge of the public procurement process, contract administration, and Small Purchase Charge Card Program (SPCC). Knowledge of the electronic procurement system eVA or other electronic purchasing system. Ability to work independently, resolve problems, and perform effectively in complex work situations that involve extensive procedural requirements.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of general business, strategic planning, resource allocation, raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other factors impacting the manufacture and procurement of goods and services. Knowledge of sources of supply, commodities, price indices, and manufacturing markets. Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA), or other purchasing certification. Must obtain State Certification as a VCA within one year of employment.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-641-9840

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

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.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.