Procurement Specialist

Agency
Dept of Health and Human Services
Division
SEC OFFICE - CONTRACTS GRANTS , COMPL
Job Classification Title
Procurement Specialist I (S)
Position Number

Grade
NC09
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Description Of Work
Responsible for processing requisitions, purchase orders, and competitive bids for general and specialized commodity areas such as equipment, material and supplies. Responsible for developing, negotiating and procuring less complex commodity and simple service procurements under the department's delegation. Position handles commodity procurement; prepare Request for Information, Request for Quote, and Invitation for Bid and purchase from State Term Contract etc. Confer with end users and vendors to obtain product information, such as price availability, and delivery schedule for equipment, material and supplies.

Position may assist in specification development and bid evaluations. Position requires communication with clients in the development of projects, planning or procurements and scheduling of procurement activities. Reviews requisitions below the formal bid threshold and determines appropriate supply source in adherence to procurement-related statutes, administrative codes and Procurement Manual.

Knowledge

Skills And Abilities

/Management Preferences
Salary Grade Range
$41,206 - $72,113
Recruitment Range
$41,206 - $56,000

• Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours**

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Working knowledge of general procurement and purchasing procedures and regulations of the State of North Carolina.
• Working knowledge of the economics, market condition and methods of transportation, procurement, and supply management.
• Ability to communicate in verbal and written form.
• North Carolina Contract Manager Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year

Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date
Position is funded in part through federal funds
About The Office Of The Secretary
The
Office of the Secretary
serves as the executive leadership arm of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), guiding the Department’s mission to improve the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians. Through strategic oversight and collaborative leadership, the Secretary’s Office supports the effective coordination of over a dozen core divisions, ensuring that agency-wide priorities are aligned, resources are used responsibly, and services are delivered with equity and impact.
About The DHHS Office Of Procurement, Contracts, And Grants
The
Division of Property and Construction
supports the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services by managing its statewide facilities portfolio, which includes 18 state-operated campuses totaling over 7.7 million square feet and 148 leased properties covering approximately 1.2 million square feet. The division provides maintenance, housekeeping, and grounds services for the Dorothea Dix Campus and basic maintenance and grounds support for the Governor Morehead School.

It also oversees the Department’s Capital Improvement Program, managing repair and renovation efforts as well as new capital projects from planning through close-out.

Compensation & Benefits
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
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Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on…