What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Procurement Analyst - Underfill Opportunity Available! position at Department of Administrative Services?
Initial Posting Date:
03/07/2025
Application Deadline:
03/23/2025
Agency:
Department of Administrative Services
Salary Range:
$6,123 - $9,409
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
State Procurement Analyst - Underfill Opportunity Available!
Job Description:
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! State Procurement Analyst!
Join the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) as a State Procurement Analyst!
Are you a procurement professional looking to make a significant impact in Oregon state government? The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking a State Procurement Analyst to manage statewide price agreements and complex, high-value procurement projects that support state agencies, local governments, and other public entities. This role is essential in ensuring cost-effective and strategic IT procurement of goods and services and technology solutions both statewide and agency specific.
At DAS, we provide the critical infrastructure that allows Oregon’s state agencies to operate efficiently and effectively. Our Procurement Services team plays a pivotal role in securing high-quality products and services while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. We are committed to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, offering a dynamic work environment where your expertise is valued.
What you’ll do:
- Lead the procurement process for state agencies, boards, and commissions.
- Develop and administer IT contracts for supplies, services and technology projects.
- Develop and manage statewide price agreements and multi-state cooperative contracts.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal procurement laws while optimizing outcomes.
- Collaborate with agencies, internal partners and Suppliers to develop procurement strategies that support best value purchasing.
- Lead cross-functional teams in evaluating bids and selecting vendors.
- Negotiate contract terms, resolve disputes, and ensure high-quality vendor performance.
- Provide training and guidance on procurement policies, laws, and best practices.
Review the entire job description
here.
Underfill Opportunity:
The goal of this recruitment is to fill this position as a State Procurement Analyst. However, if the successful applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications for the State Procurement Analyst classification but does meet the minimum qualifications for the Procurement & Contract Specialist 3 classification, the applicant will be appointed to the classification of Procurement & Contract Specialist 3 (SR 29, $5,842- $8,967). The duration and conditions surrounding the assignment and supervision of work are determined at the time of appointment.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
State Procurement Analyst Minimum Qualifications
Six years procurement and contract experience related to the position. Four of the six years must have been leading the development and administration of complex *procurements; OR
A bachelor’s degree and three years leading the development and administration of complex *procurements; OR
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to six years of *procurement and contract experience related to the position.
- Qualifying related experience refers to experience in Complex IT Procurement.
Procurement & Contract Specialist 3 Minimum Qualifications
Five years procurement and contract experience *related to the position such as developing and administering standard contracts, agreements, or solicitations; OR
A bachelor’s degree and two years of professional-level procurement and contract experience *related to the position; OR
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of procurement and contract experience *related to the position.
- Qualifying related experience refers to experience in Complex IT Procurement.
Desired Attributes:
- Proven ability to manage and complete multiple complex assignments simultaneously.
- Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to analyze and negotiate contracts in alignment with statutes and rules, consistently ensuring they are contractually sound.
- High attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
- Extensive knowledge of procurement principles, ethics, laws, policies, and guidelines used in State of Oregon procurements, with the ability to analyze and apply them appropriately.
Preference:
- Preference may be given to current DAS employees and/or candidates with current Procurement Certification such as CPPB or OPBC.
How to Apply
Ready to join our team? Here’s how to apply:
- External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. View thisvideofor help.
- Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View thisknowledge articlefor help.
- Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your cover letter and resume. Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
- This announcement is for one permanent, full-time, SEIU-represented, State Procurement Analyst position. This pool may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline. If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, contact Cassie Graham, cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov, 503-949-6169.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
You will join a great group of procurement professionals who foster a collaborative work environment where innovation is celebrated. Procurement Services manages the procurement process for state and local government entities so that they may purchase the goods and services needed to accomplish their missions.
You will join a great group of procurement professionals who foster a collaborative work environment where innovation is celebrated. Procurement Services manages the procurement process for state and local government entities so that they may purchase the goods and services needed to accomplish their missions.
Our amazing
benefits
include:- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 11 paid holidays annually.
- 3 personal business days each year.
- 8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly.
- Progressive vacation leave that grows with your years of service.
- Additional Benefits: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
- Wellness: Resources to support work-life balance, health, and overall satisfaction.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development and advancement to build your career with the State of Oregon.
- Get There
- Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.
- Student Loan Forgiveness: As a state employee, you may qualify for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF) program, helping you achieve financial freedom while making a difference.
- Live, work, and play inSalem, Oregon.
Additional Details
- Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.
- Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
- Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visitVeterans Resources.
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