JOB
Do you enjoy analysis, negotiation, and developing contracts? If you said yes, join the Office of Procurement! Our mission in the Department of Health is to promote healthy behaviors, prevent injury and disease, and assure the safe delivery of quality health care for all people of Pennsylvania. Your work in procurement analysis will guarantee that all necessary and vital services are available to the citizens of the Commonwealth. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
As a Procurement Specialist 1, you are responsible for analyzing procurement needs and advising program managers in the development, implementation, and evaluation of procurement contracts and grants. You will negotiate contract terms and conditions, including cost, delivery, performance and technical requirements. Additionally, you will work with the Department Legal Counsel and program staff to enforce procurement policies and recommend corrective actions against non-compliant vendors. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.