Procurement Specialist 1

Salary: $53,008.00 - $80,646.00 Annually
Location : Dauphin County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2026-53968
Department: Department of General Services
Division: GS Prcmnt Div
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Closing Date: 7/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 02710
Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union: Non-Union
Bargaining Unit: A3
Pay Group: ST06
Bureau / Division Code: 00157120
Bureau / Division: DGS Bureau of Procurement
Worksite Address: 1800 Herr Street
City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17103
Contact Name: Vince Kovach
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THE POSITION


The Procurement Specialist 1, within the Bureau of Procurement (BOP) of the Department of General Services (DGS), plays a pivotal role in managing and executing procurement contracts for the department. This role involves developing sourcing strategies, creating requests for proposals (RFPs), RFQs, IFBs, ITQs, defining best value scoring criteria, negotiating costs, performance-based standards, and other contract terms. Procurement Specialists 1 are responsible for interpreting and implementing procurement policies and ensuring compliance through corrective actions as necessary. Apply today and contribute to projects that keep government operations running smoothly.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role supports procurement activities that help agencies obtain goods and services in a timely and cost-effective manner. As a Procurement Specialist 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Contract Development: Create procurement documents such as sourcing strategies, RFPs, RFQs, IFBs, and ITQs
• Term Negotiation: Negotiate costs, performance standards, and contract terms with suppliers
• Policy Compliance: Ensure adherence to procurement rules and recommend corrections when needed
• Vendor Coordination: Work with suppliers to gather quotes, discuss requirements, and resolve questions
• Record Management: Maintain organized records of contracts, bids, purchase orders, and related documents
• Project Oversight: Coordinate team tasks to support the posting of procurement documents to the DGS eMarketplace website

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description
Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Eligible for telework up to four days a week after initial training period as determined between employee and superior. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience performing technical purchasing or contract management work; and a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, logistics, project, or operations management, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have experience communicating written and verbally with internal teams, customers, or stakeholders in a professional manner.
• You must have experience using Microsoft Office Excel and Word to support administrative or operational tasks.
• You must have experience supporting processes governed by policies, procedures, or guidelines.
• You must have experience reviewing documents (such as contracts, forms, or other business materials) for accuracy, completeness, or compliance
• You must have experience organizing or assisting with meetings, trainings, or events.
• You must have experience managing multiple tasks or assignments independently.
• You must have experience addressing issues or discrepancies in a process.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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*Eligibility rules apply.
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How many years of full-time experience do you possess performing technical level purchasing work? (Purchasing work is experience in a business, institutional, or governmental setting where the applicant's primary job function involves the procurement of supplies, materials, equipment, or services.)

• 5 years or more
• 4 but less than 5 years
• 3 but less than 4 years
• 2 but less than 3 years
• 1 but less than 2 years
• 6 months but less than 1 year
• Less than 6 months
• None

02


If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How many years of full-time experience do you possess performing technical level contract management work? (Contract management work is the process of managing contracts, deliverables, deadlines, and contract terms and conditions. These may include contracts related to sales invoices, purchase orders, utilities, goods, supplies, equipment, and services.)

• 5 years or more
• 4 but less than 5 years
• 3 but less than 4 years
• 2 but less than 3 years
• 1 but less than 2 years
• 6 months but less than 1 year
• Less than 6 months
• None

04


If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05


How much college college coursework have you completed in business, supply chain, logistics, project management, operations management, procurement, or contract management? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.


You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

• 120 credits or more
• 90 but less than 120 credits
• 60 but less than 90 credits
• 30 but less than 60 credits
• Less than 30 credits
• None

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Additional Requirement - Do you have experience communicating written and verbally with internal teams, customers, or stakeholders in a professional manner?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Additional Requirement - Do you have experience using Microsoft Excel and Word to support administrative or operational tasks?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Additional Requirement - Do you have experience supporting processes governed by policies, procedures, or guidelines?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Additional Requirement - Do you have experience reviewing documents (such as contracts, forms, or other business materials) for accuracy, completeness, or compliance?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Additional Requirement - Do you have experience organizing or assisting with meetings, trainings, or events?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Additional Requirement - Do you have experience managing multiple tasks or assignments independently?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Additional Requirement - Do you have experience identifying and addressing issues or discrepancies in a process?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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