What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROCUREMENT TECHNICIAN position at State of Arizona?
GAME AND FISH DEPT
Delivering results that matter by providing best in class support services.
Join the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting more than 800 wildlife species. Be part of a passionate group of people who want to make a positive impact on outdoor recreation in Arizona by managing resources for safe, compatible opportunities for current and future generations. From fishing, boating and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports, hunting and wildlife watching, Arizona Game and Fish supports it all. Our biologists use the best available science in their management actions, and our wildlife managers are on the ground in your communities making a difference every day. Opportunities abound beyond the field at AZGFD, so check us out and see what we’re all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizona's people, landscapes and of course, wildlife. However you choose to enjoy Arizona’s wildlife and wild places, the outdoors is open for all.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation, enforcement, hunting, fishing, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence, values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship, teamwork and partnerships.
PROCUREMENT TECHNICIAN
Job Location:
Address: 5000 W. CAREFREE HWY, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85086
Posting Details
Hourly Rate Range: $20.00-$30.00
Grade: 19
Closing Date: 02/09/2025
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Purchasing Supervisor, this position will be responsible for coordinating and assisting the Department in soliciting for its procurement and operational needs through existing state and agency specific contracts.
Job Duties
The candidate will have knowledge in/of Federal and State procurement laws and statutes, Federal and State funding rules and regulations, contract language and management, governmental contracting, accounting practices, analysis and reporting of financial data. The candidate will also have knowledge of the Arizona Procurement Portal (APP). The candidate will be skilled to negotiate, communicate effectively verbally and in writing, evaluate and analyze programmatic and fiscal data, interpret and apply Federal and State laws governing assigned program areas. The candidate will be able to operate a computer and use word processing programs.
Selective Preference(s)
The preferred candidate will have a degree in business, public administration or related field and 3-5 years of purchasing experience and 1-3 years governmental purchasing experience. NIGP certification or related courses will be preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked or suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired employees will be subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification program.
Benefits
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Amy Lacy at alacy@azgfd.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Delivering results that matter by providing best in class support services.
Join the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting more than 800 wildlife species. Be part of a passionate group of people who want to make a positive impact on outdoor recreation in Arizona by managing resources for safe, compatible opportunities for current and future generations. From fishing, boating and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports, hunting and wildlife watching, Arizona Game and Fish supports it all. Our biologists use the best available science in their management actions, and our wildlife managers are on the ground in your communities making a difference every day. Opportunities abound beyond the field at AZGFD, so check us out and see what we’re all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizona's people, landscapes and of course, wildlife. However you choose to enjoy Arizona’s wildlife and wild places, the outdoors is open for all.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation, enforcement, hunting, fishing, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence, values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship, teamwork and partnerships.
PROCUREMENT TECHNICIAN
Job Location:
Address: 5000 W. CAREFREE HWY, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85086
Posting Details
Hourly Rate Range: $20.00-$30.00
Grade: 19
Closing Date: 02/09/2025
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Purchasing Supervisor, this position will be responsible for coordinating and assisting the Department in soliciting for its procurement and operational needs through existing state and agency specific contracts.
Job Duties
- Writes, solicits, evaluates and recommends awards of informal and formal solicitations that meets Department’s needs
- Develops technical, complex specifications and creates solicitation documents. Conducts informational and evaluation committee meetings as necessary and public solicitation openings. Evaluates offers and makes recommendations for award contracts
- Receives purchase commodities and services requests for processing including reviewing for compliance with the Arizona Procurement Code
- Processes requisitions, approves; and sends purchase orders to vendors and provides training and assistance to end users regarding purchasing procedures, documents and contracts
- Represents the Department at various functions and serves as the main information source for end users
- Performs duties as assigned
The candidate will have knowledge in/of Federal and State procurement laws and statutes, Federal and State funding rules and regulations, contract language and management, governmental contracting, accounting practices, analysis and reporting of financial data. The candidate will also have knowledge of the Arizona Procurement Portal (APP). The candidate will be skilled to negotiate, communicate effectively verbally and in writing, evaluate and analyze programmatic and fiscal data, interpret and apply Federal and State laws governing assigned program areas. The candidate will be able to operate a computer and use word processing programs.
Selective Preference(s)
The preferred candidate will have a degree in business, public administration or related field and 3-5 years of purchasing experience and 1-3 years governmental purchasing experience. NIGP certification or related courses will be preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked or suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired employees will be subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification program.
Benefits
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Amy Lacy at alacy@azgfd.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Salary : $20 - $30
