Procurement Jobs in Springfield, IL

Procurement Specialist (Executive I)

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as a Procurement Specialist for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) in planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating the operation and processing of purchases under the assigned portfolio, including receiving and analyzing purchase requests. In this role, you will provide technical assistance and guidance to management, end users, and supporting personnel in determining the technical specifications for the solicitation. Additionally, you will process procurements through the State of Illinois electronic procurement system, including the preparation and processing of requisitions, bids, and purchase orders, pursuant to applicable statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements.

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carry over year to year.
• 3 paid personal business days per year.
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
• 12 weeks of paid paternity leave.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
• Deferred Compensation Program voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions:

• Under direction, serves as a Procurement Specialist for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating the operation and processing of purchases under the assigned portfolio, including receiving and analyzing purchase requests.
• Processes procurements through the State of Illinois electronic procurement system, including the preparation and processing of requisitions, bids, and purchase orders, pursuant to applicable statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Meets and confers with agency managers and end users in the administration of procurements for the assigned portfolio, including collaborating with end users and vendors to complete all necessary documentation for procurements.
• Monitors and tracks assigned transactions and reports to Infrastructure Portfolio Manager and other VMO and DoIT staff on assigned transactions and activities, including utilizing required systems for tracking of work in the assigned portfolio as assigned by the Infrastructure Portfolio Manager.
• Assists other portfolio staff with research and record gathering tasks, at the direction of the Infrastructure Portfolio Manager including, but not limited to, annual reports, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, and audit requests.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with coursework in business or public administration.
• Requires one (1) year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Conditions of Employment:

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check and requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
• Requires engagement with Business Enterprise Program (BEP) contractors and subcontractors and support for the goals of the BEP program and the Fair Contracting Task Force per Executive Order 2018-07.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday; 8:30 AM-5:00 PM (work hours may vary)

Headquarter Location: 120 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: Brittany Vespa Email: Brittany.Vespa2@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Leadership & Management