Chief Procurement Officer

Description

Department of Administration - State of Idaho Opportunity

Are you an experienced leader looking for an opportunity to serve the great state of Idaho? The Department of Administration is looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative minded individual to fill the position of the Administrator of the Idaho Division of Purchasing. This role serves as the Chief Procurement Officer for all state purchasing activities. This position plays a key role in the Department's Executive Staff and is responsible for the administration of the State's central purchasing office and the Federal Surplus Property program for the State of Idaho.

We serve Idaho by promoting responsible government through expert customer support.

Example Of Duties

• Directs the activities of the State's purchasing activities including the establishment of statewide and agency specific contracts covering a wide variety and complexity of commodities;
• Develops and implements statewide purchasing policies, procedures and initiatives;
• Initiates change to Idaho Statue and Administrative Rule;
• Coordinates initiatives with other states to realize the best possible cost savings;
• Works with agencies and attorneys regarding contract award appeals and legal proceedings;
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with state executives and vendor community;
• Reviews and approves agency purchasing procedures;
• Responsible for administrative oversight of the Idaho Federal Surplus Property program. More information about this program can be found at https://fsp.idaho.gov/
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of:

• Purchasing practices and procedures;
• Management principles and practices;
• Developing and implementing policy relating to procurement;
• Professional presentation and public speaking.
  
  

Experience

• Managing a professional staff;
• Developing policies and procedures that have a corporate-wide or statewide impact; Analyzing complex fiscal and administrative problems and recommending solutions; Developing effective working relationships;
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing and making public presentations
  
  

Supplemental Information

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check.

This position will also interact with a diverse customer base and must be able to interact in a non-partisan manner when working in political environments.

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Department of Administration!

If you have questions about this position please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 208.332.1819

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.