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Position Type: Full-time

Application closes: Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi‑campus college with locations in Troy and Malta, New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

Department: Office of Procurement Services

Role Overview: The Procurement Specialist reports to the Director of Procurement or their designee and performs a variety of duties related to the procurement process in compliance with NYS contract regulations.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field with two (2) years’ experience, OR
Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field with four (4) years’ experience.

Proficiency with basic computer programs including MS Office

Ability to read and interpret data

Experience in NYS contract and procedure preferred

Assists end users with procuring through NYS.

Helps plan, completes and reviews a variety of reports related to the RFP, bid and procurement process.

Answers main purchasing line and streamlines requests in the general email inbox.

Reviews and documents procedures for the department. Maintains comprehensive purchasing policy and manuals for desk audit and training purposes.

Helps organize and maintain travel arrangements for the campus community.

Coordinates fulfillment of grant and capital construction related purchases.

Assists in the production and opening of bids, requests for proposals, written and phone quotes and the adherence of rules and regulations set forth in the General Municipal Law, the County of Rensselaer, and the Board of Trustees of HVCC.

Maintains and organizes all procurement records for accuracy and compliance.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $52,000 (12‑month, full‑time position)

Benefits: Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employee’s spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. To apply, please visit and complete the online application before the closing date of December 13, 2025.

Hudson Valley provides educational access to a diverse community of traditional and non‑traditional learners in an environment that fosters lifelong learning and freedom of inquiry and expression. Hudson Valley values equity, inclusion, and dignity for all. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.

Hudson Valley Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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