Procurement & Supply Specialist

The duty station for this position is in King County, therefore the incumbent will receive 5% premium pay in addition to the salary listed above.

The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) is seeking a detailed and motivated Procurement & Supply Specialist 3 professional to join our team. This position plays a vital role in supporting the agency’s mission by managing the full spectrum of procurement and supply operations from purchasing equipment and materials, to overseeing inventory and surplus activities. You’ll work independently to coordinate the agency’s procurement needs, ensure compliance with state policies, and provide guidance to internal partners.

If you are customer focused, enjoy working with logistics, and have strong organizational skills, we encourage you to apply!

WSCJTC offers outstanding benefits, choice of state retirement programs including a defined benefit pension plan, advancement opportunities, and flexible/compressed work schedules.

At the WSCJTC, we value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

This is a full-time, on-site position located at our Burien, WA location. The employee is expected to work from the office during standard business hours

• Purchase equipment, supplies, materials, vehicles, furniture, and services in accordance with Department of Enterprise Services (DES) Procurement Reform Policies, Washington State Legislature Chapter 39.26 RCW Procurement of Goods and Services and WSCJTC policies and procedures.
• Evaluate purchase requests and ensure state contracts are used for the purchase of goods and services when available.
• Assist staff in identifying vendors on state contracts or locating appropriate vendors when no state contract exists for the required goods or services. Ensure and verify internal approvals are on purchase requisitions and the information and prices for goods and services are correct.
• Purchase orders are produced on a Microsoft Word document and forwarded to the vendors or suppliers as an email attachment or mail.
• Orders may also be placed with a purchasing card, utilizing internet web sites, emailing, telephone, mail, or in person.
• After the orders are placed, confirmation of the orders are obtained and forwarded to the requesters.
• This position keeps track of pending orders and follows up on the delivery status.
• Communication by telephone, emails, or in person.
• Train members of WSCJTC on procurement and other related procedures.
• When state owned assets are no longer needed by the agency, prepare surplus equipment for pick-up.

• At least three years (3) of full-time experience as a purchasing or supply professional. An Associate of Arts or bachelor’s degree (in business administration, procurement, logistics, or supply management or related professional certification or field) may substitute year for year for experience.
• Ability to safely and effectively operate a forklift.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to work independently while effectively interpreting pertinent policies and procedures.
• Flexible, professional, and highly motivated in their work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (speech, listening, and writing).
• Exceptional organizational and priority setting skills, with the ability to work with a variety of internal and external clients.
• Ability to…