OPS PURCHASING SPECIALIST - 64800458

Requisition No: 837733 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS PURCHASING SPECIALIST - 64800458

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64800458 

Salary:  $19.00 - $20.90 hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 12/27/2024 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

Evaluates and processes assigned purchase requisitions in MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) for commodities and contractual services for the Department using appropriate purchasing methods in accordance with laws, rules, policies, and procedures contained in the state of Florida's Purchasing Policy and applicable to the Department's operating procedures. Works closely with program offices and CHDs to ensure purchasing requirements are met in a timely and economical manner. Continually reviews purchases to identify problem areas impeding timely completion of requisition/purchase order process and performs corrective action to eliminate barriers.

 

Processes Invitation to Bid (ITB) and Single Source procurements, coordinating the administrative review with the contract manager,  and general counsel's office.  

 

Participates and conducts trainings with CHDs, CMS, statewide labs, headquarters program, and administrative offices.

 

Performs other duties, as required.

 

            Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.),

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using proper grammar and language skills

Skill in use of a personal computer

Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques

Ability to adapt to change and learn

Ability to work independently and make routine decisions with minimal direction

Strong organizational skills

Strong analytical skills

 

 

Qualifications:

Minimum - High School Diploma or GED

Preferred - MFMP, Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM), Florida Certified Contract Negotiator (FCCN)

 

Qualifying Questions: (applicants who do not answer with your desired answer DO NOT QUALIFY AND CANNOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION, ANSWERS MUST MATCH YOUR DESIRED ANSWER ON ALL QUESTIONS)

 

 

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

 

Where You Will Work:

4052 Bald Cypress Way

Tallahassee, FL 32399

 

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

 

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

 

Please be advised:

 

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

 

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

 

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

 

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

 

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

 

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Salary : $19 - $21