Administrative Officer 2 - Procurement

THE POSITION Become a key contributor to the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation as an Administrative Officer 2 – Procurement, with the Bureau of Central Operation in the Budget, Grant and Administrative Services Division. This position gives you the opportunity to lead important contracting efforts that support vital statewide services. You will collaborate with teams to enhance programs that benefit customers and employees. Your leadership will help shape effective solutions for communities across Pennsylvania. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supervises staff and manages processes that support contracts and grants used to meet customer and employee needs across many job titles. It also involves collaboration, policy development, research, and guidance for statewide initiatives. As an Administrative Officer 2 - Procurement, you will perform the following duties: Staff Leadership: Guide administrative officers in building and adjusting procurement contracts Agreement Development: Create specialized agreements that support service access across the Commonwealth Policy Analysis: Examine and update procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal laws Training Support: Provide instruction and assistance to district offices, providers, customers, and advocates Program Collaboration: Work with procurement and budget teams to secure funding and establish agreements Contract Oversight: Maintain accurate information for renewals, extensions, and purchasing actions Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 7.5 hour work day Work hours are negotiable, Monday - Friday, with a 30 or 60-minute lunch depending on work hours. AWS (alternate work schedule) may be available. The Headquarters location may be flexible to the selected candidate, however the ability to report to the Harrisburg Office as needed is required. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of the training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $60,538.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as an Administrative Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Three years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a bachelor's degree; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy …

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