[Hiring] Purchasing Agent II @Kentucky Personnel Cabinet

Role Description

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

By joining the Division of Financial Management Procurement Branch as a Purchasing Agent II in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to support the Cabinet's procurement operations by auditing and approving complex procurement contracts and payment documents.

• Monitor EEC procurement activities for conformance with the Kentucky Model Procurement Code (KRS Chapter 45A) and applicable federal and state procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Provide technical assistance, training, and guidance to procurement staff and agency personnel regarding the procurement of goods and services, contractual services, solicitation processes, and best value procurement requirements.
• Perform strategic procurement planning, monitor contract spending and performance throughout the contract lifecycle, review the work of purchasing staff, and work collaboratively with vendors, agency personnel, and other purchasing professionals.
• Establish, review, and monitor complex personal service contracts for professional services, including working closely with requestors to develop specifications and procurement requirements.
• Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFPs), develop and lead evaluation committees, evaluate vendor solicitation responses, negotiate terms and conditions, and facilitate the award of formal contractual agreements.

Holders of this job will learn the following skills:

• Advanced knowledge of public procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Skills in contract lifecycle management, contract monitoring, performance evaluation, and strategic procurement planning.
• Experience developing and managing complex solicitations, Requests for Proposals, and contractual agreements.
• Leadership, communication, negotiation, and technical training skills necessary to provide procurement guidance and support to staff and agency personnel.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Kentucky Model Procurement Code (KRS Chapter 45A) and state and federal procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Experience with public procurement, contract administration, solicitation development, Requests for Proposals, or evaluating vendor responses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop specifications, interpret procurement requirements, and provide technical guidance to others.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex procurements and contracts while monitoring compliance, spending, and performance.

Requirements

• EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of purchasing experience.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in purchasing, administrative, accounting, procurement or a related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Certification Council will substitute for one year of the required education. Certification as a NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP), or Certification as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) from the Universal Public Certification Council, or Certification as a Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) from the National Grants Management Association will substitute for two years of the required education.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

• Incumbents working in this job title perform duties in an office setting.

Probationary Period

• This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Tracy Gritton at [email protected] or 502-782-2690.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D