Procurement Officer

Job Overview

The Nebraska Public Service Commission seeks a detail‑oriented, dedicated, self‑motivated individual for a Procurement Officer position. The role also includes some accounting functions.

• Performs detailed review of procurement methods for highly technical, high‑cost services to ensure compliance with administrative requirements and verify availability of funds.
• Solicits qualified sources of goods and services while ensuring consistent application of agency policies, procurement standards, and applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
• Participates in cross‑functional work groups to develop technical contract specifications and support the award process for high‑value, technical service contracts.
• Assists in preparing final contract documents and supporting materials for award recommendations.
• Enters all executed agency contracts into the Enterprise One (E1) system and uploads finalized contracts to the State Contracts Database.
• Prepares purchase orders for goods and services in accordance with procurement rules and assists with processing payments against established contracts.
• Assists with processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense reimbursements and general ledger transactions in the state’s Enterprise One (E1) financial and payroll system.
• Reviews and processes vendor invoices and assessment payments for the natural gas department, including tracking assessments against statutory limitations.
• Collaborates with the Finance Director and other Commission staff regarding agency audits.
• Assists with annual fixed asset inventory and surplus of fixed assets.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary: $65,000 – $75,000, commensurate with qualifications. Supervisor:
Director of Finance and Operations.

• Associate’s degree in business administration, procurement, accounting, finance or related field and two years’ experience with the State’s Enterprise One financial and purchasing modules.
• Additional experience may substitute for education on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Must be certified to perform procurement activities in E1.

• Graduate of an accredited four‑year college or university with a degree in business administration, procurement, accounting, finance or equivalent education and experience.
• Five years’ experience with Enterprise One financial and purchasing modules.

• Knowledge of State purchasing regulations, methods, procedures, and business practices for specialized requirements; solicitation or purchasing methods; price analysis techniques; various procurement clauses; post‑award procedures.
• Knowledge of professional accounting principles, theories and practices; generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); research practices and techniques; record‑keeping methods; word processing and spreadsheet computer software programs; computerized accounting software; federal and State laws and regulations applicable to accounting/finance operations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written; listening to and understanding information received; using mathematical methods or formulas to compare, analyze and present data; compiling data from multiple sources into a single, comprehensive document or report.
• Extreme attention to detail and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively; work independently and prioritize work assignments; develop and enforce purchasing procedures, regulations, and statutes.
• Apply principles of accounting and fiscal management; learn and apply principles and concepts of specific agency programs, policies and operating details of an accounting system; design reports and financial statements; compute and compile financial data; analyze data and draw conclusions; organize and present facts and opinions so others will understand; communicate to exchange and elicit information.

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans.