Purchasing Specialist; Fiscal Analyst

Description

This recruitment will remain open until July 25, 2026
. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on July 6, 2026
. It is in the applicant’s best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a motivated and qualified individual for the Purchasing Specialist (Fiscal Analyst
1) position. This role is within the Operations Division and is based out of our Tumwater Office.

• Meaningful work:
  Ensure a healthy insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
• Impactful career:
  Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
• Small agency, big opportunities:
  Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
• Flexible work options:
  Hybrid work opportunities.

Join the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) and play a vital role in supporting an agency dedicated to protecting consumers, safeguarding the public interest, and strengthening Washington's economy through fair and effective insurance regulation.

As a Fiscal Analyst 1, you'll be at the center of the agency's purchasing and fiscal operations, helping ensure that public resources are used responsibly and efficiently. From coordinating procurements and managing vendor relationships to supporting employee training and serving as a key backup for essential fiscal functions, you'll contribute to the smooth operation of an agency that impacts millions of Washingtonians.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, attention to detail, collaboration, and public service. You'll work closely with staff across the agency, gain valuable experience in state procurement and fiscal processes, and help ensure that critical resources, services, and training are available to support OIC's important mission.

This is a Washington General Service position. The monthly salary range for this position is $4,027 - $5,398
.

• Comprehensive benefits package:
  Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!
• Supportive work environment:
  We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.
• Wellness programs:
  Invest in your well‑being with on‑site resources and initiatives.
• Work‑life balance:
  Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
• Public service fulfillment:
  Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
• Training & Development:
  Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.
• Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County):
  Save on commuting costs.
• And more! Explore our website for additional benefits: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

The duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Review purchase requests, ensure appropriate authorized signatures and compliance with purchase authorities.
• Prepare purchasing documents for approval. Once approved, place the order with the appropriate vendor and ensure orders are received.
• Track, monitor and maintain agency service level agreements (SLA’s), coordinating with customers to renew or cancel.
• Maintain a log of all training requests received, including tracking in‑house registrations and staff notifications.
• Process all training requests to ensure enrollment and payment.

To read more about this position and view all duties,  to request a position description.

• 18 quarter or 12 semester hours of accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
• One year of full‑time (40 hours per week or equivalent) fiscal‑related experience within a finance, accounting or payroll office.
• Basic level Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in a financial‑related field.
• Six months experience researching and applying regulations, rules, procedures and/or policies pertaining to job functions, including demonstrated ability to identify errors or discrepancies.
• Knowledge of…