Title: Contracts Specialist
Job Number: REQ-77911
Salary: $3,676 - $5,618 per month
Deadline: 11/11/21 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
Do you have experience in contracts and procurement? Do you have strong working knowledge of public procurement and contracting laws, rules, or policies?
If this sounds like you, come join our leadership team as a Contracts Specialist and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!
This position falls under the classification Procurement and Contracts Specialist 1.
Our Mission
OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
As a Contracts Specialist, you will develop, review and process procurements (including contracts and agreements) for personal and professional services, goods and trade services from initial request to contract execution in accordance with state and federal requirements and serve as the agency’s SPOTs Card coordinator in support of the agency’s mission and customers.
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) Three (3) years of paraprofessional or technical-level experience in a related field such as general business, accounting, contracts, purchasing, or project administration support.
OR
(b) Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree.
OR
(c) A one-year certificate in supply chain, logistics management, procurement, or a related field will; AND Two (2) years of paraprofessional or technical-level experience in a related field such as general business, accounting, contracts, purchasing, or project administration support.
The State of Oregon requires all executive branch employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer. For more information, visit our policy listed here.
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
What's in it for you:
This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a fantastic benefits packaging including:
LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required):
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OPRD--Central-Office/Contracts-Specialist_REQ-77911