PROCUREMENT ANALYST 3 WAE

Procurement Analyst 3 WAE

We're looking for a Procurement Analyst 3 WAE to join our dedicated team at Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center (CLSSC) —a facility committed to providing active treatment and healthcare services to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and orthopedic disabilities in the least restrictive environment. This position will support procurement operations by assisting with procurement tasks for State Contract orders, corresponding with vendors and staff, and collecting and analyzing statistical data and related information.

If you're compassionate, skilled, and ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, mission-driven setting—this could be the opportunity for you!

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies: Demonstrating Accountability: Owns results, meets standards, and responds to feedback professionally. Following Policies and Procedures: Applies and explains policies accurately, adapts in routine cases, and helps improve procedures. Managing Resources: Allocates resources effectively, follows procedures, tracks usage, and maintains accurate records to support operational and financial needs. Accepting Direction: Follows direction reliably, adjusts to feedback, and completes tasks on time. Adapting to Change: Adjusts quickly and stays effective during change.

Minimum Qualifications: Five years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR An advanced degree plus one year of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Designation as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or a National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

Job Duties: Assist Full-Time Procurement Analyst 1 by performing procurement tasks for State Contract orders, from the time of need until the materials are received and approved for use. Corresponds with vendors and staff, verbally or written, to discuss deliveries and quantities; establishes the standardization of supplies for use throughout the facility; consolidates purchases of like or common items to obtain maximum economic benefits for the agency. Collects and analyzes statistical data and related information; recommends solutions to resolve procurement challenges. Establishes and maintains records for procurement transactions. Investigates complaints on behalf of vendors and agency personnel, appraises the situation objectively, and makes recommendations for a solution. Provides guidance to the Account Manager 1 regarding alternative products, purchasing timing, stock, and one-time purchases. Assist with the preparation of contracts for CLSSC for professional services rendered from outside the facility to comply with Title XIX regulations.

Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: WAE; not to exceed 1,245 hours in a 12-month period. Preference may be given to permanent classified employees of the Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center. Work Schedule: Part-time as scheduled.

How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Central LA Supports and Services Center 5400 Coliseum Blvd Alexandria, Louisiana 71303 View phone number on click.appcast.io

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.