Procurement Officer III (Part- time) - HYBRID

Job Description

Job Description

Duration: 03+ Months

Job Description:

Knowledge, skills, education, and/or experience

• Virginia Procurement Specialist

Mandatory skills/certification(s) Requirement:

• Virginia Procurement professional preferred. Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification or equivalent.

Desired skills:

• 7–10 years of progressive procurement experience.
• Demonstrated experience operating under the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) .
• Experience serving as a Procurement Officer or equivalent authority in a Virginia public entity or state-affiliated organization.
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Competitive sealed bidding and competitive negotiation
• Sole source justifications
• Emergency procurements
• Cooperative and statewide contracts
• Proven ability to independently manage complex, time-sensitive procurements.
• Exceptional documentation, writing, and regulatory interpretation skills.
• High professional standards, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Highly experienced and confident operating at an executive level
• Detail-oriented and compliance-driven
• Structured and process-minded
• Calm under pressure and deadline-driven
• Capable of providing clear, decisive procurement guidance
• Ethical, objective, and committed to transparency
• Agreeable to hybrid work model
• Immediate availability preferred.
• Ability to quickly assess current procurement status and assume active oversight.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Serve as acting Procurement Officer for the organization.
• Lead and manage formal and informal procurement processes in accordance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) . Two procurements to be completed:

1. OCIO-Related Procurement

• This process has already been initiated and requires structured oversight to ensure full compliance with state procurement protocols, documentation standards, and timeline management. We need someone who can step in immediately, assess current status, and drive the process forward with confidence and clarity.

2. Enterprise ERM/CRM Platform Acquisition

• VBIF is preparing to procure an enterprise risk management/customer relationship management system to strengthen operational infrastructure, case management integration, reporting capabilities, and long-term scalability. This engagement will require development of solicitation documents, establishment of evaluation criteria and scoring methodology, facilitation of vendor evaluation, and support through negotiation and award.
• Ensure compliance with all Commonwealth procurement regulations, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Provide strategic guidance to executive leadership regarding procurement approach, risk mitigation, and compliance safeguards.
• Interpret procurement statutes and advise leadership on appropriate procurement methods.

Draft and oversee:

• Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
• Invitations for Bids (IFBs)
• Requests for Quotes (RFQs)
• Sole source and emergency procurement documentation (as applicable
• Develop evaluation criteria and scoring methodologies.
• Coordinate evaluation committees and ensure proper documentation.
• Manage vendor communications, addenda, and negotiations.

Contract Oversight

• Review and structure contracts to ensure compliance and protect organizational interests.
• Ensure required approvals and documentation are secured prior to award.
• Maintain procurement files in accordance with audit standards.
• Support contract renewals, amendments, and modifications.

Risk Management & Audit Readiness

• Establish or reinforce procurement controls and documentation standards.
• Identify areas of procurement risk and recommend corrective measures.
• Ensure procurements are defensible, transparent, and audit-ready.

Company Description

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. (TSCTI) is one of the fastest-growing IT Services Integrators and Workforce Solutions providers in the United States. Founded in 1997, TSCTI is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a workforce of 6,000+ professionals, including 600+ Cybersecurity Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), delivering mission-critical solutions across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico.

Headquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

As one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

With a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115+ Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80+ Fortune 500 and commercial clients.

TSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies.

At TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Company Description

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. (TSCTI) is one of the fastest-growing IT Services Integrators and Workforce Solutions providers in the United States. Founded in 1997, TSCTI is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a workforce of 6,000+ professionals, including 600+ Cybersecurity Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), delivering mission-critical solutions across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico.\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives.\r\n\r\nAs one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.\r\n\r\nWith a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115+ Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80+ Fortune 500 and commercial clients.\r\n\r\nTSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies.\r\n\r\nAt TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed.\r\n\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer\r\n\r\n22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.