Procurement Specialist II

Procurement Specialist II (NS)

The purpose of this position is to function as a Procurement Specialist for the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). This position will be responsible for handling IT and Non-IT acquisitions of goods, services, and grant agreements within DEQ. This position has the responsibility to create and review, purchasing requests and contracts that ensure compliance with applicable N.C. General Statutes, N.C. Administrative Code, and Department purchasing policies and procedures. This will include the preparation and processing of Requests for Proposals, Requests for Quotes, Invitation for Bids, Contracts, Agreements, Grants, and Amendments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creation of both IT and Non-IT Solicitation Documents, Grant Agreements, Amendments, and Contract Agreements.
• Management of request workflows in North Carolina procurement systems.
• Customer Service and Communications.
• Facilitation and Training.
• Record Management and Retention.

Recruitment Range: $47,703.00 - $ 81,918.00

This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.

*This is a repost for position 60036037. Previous applicants do need to re-apply. *

Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of procurement experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

N.C.G.S. § 143-49 states that "certification in the contract management training program is mandatory for all State employees who are responsible for awarding contracts or monitoring contract compliance. Completion of North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire into position.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.