<p>Position Summary</p> <p>This position assists in the facilitation of the procurement processes for commodities and services for the DOC. The responsibilities of this position include reviewing Simplified Bids, assisting with or conducting Requests for Bids (RFBs), and the processing of Inter-Governmental Agreements (IGAs), Memorandums of Understanding or Agreement (MOUs/MOAs). This position also may request Governor's waivers. This position also manages the use of contracts for commodities and services.</p> <p>This position may also be responsible for contract management responsibilities such as: ensuring procurements are under the scope of the contract, setting up transactional contract numbers, monitoring contract spend, and assisting in the resolution contractual conflicts. Additional responsibilities for this role include working in STAR ERP system to complete tasks such approving requisitions, approving Purchase Orders Change Orders, creating transactional contracts, running reports, closing Purchasing Orders, and fiscal year end transaction processing.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>The starting pay for the Objective level is between $42952 and $70782 per year and for the Senior level is between $55889 and $92206, plus excellent benefits. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. The pay schedule/range for the Objective level is 07-04 and the Senior level is 07-03. A 12-month probationary period is required.</p> <p>In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:</p> <ul> <li>Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year. </li><li>Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance. </li><li>An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment. </li><li>An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. </li><li>The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives. </li><li>Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being. </li><li>DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. </li><li>Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website. </li></ul> <p>To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.</p> <p>The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency to employment.</p> <p>NOTE: This position is eligible to work remotely up to 3 days per week.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:</p> <ul> <li>Providing customer service to various audiences </li><li>Reviewing transactions for compliance to rules, policies, and/or regulations </li><li>Reviewing quotes, invoices, bids (simplified or RFB), estimates, or similar </li></ul> <p>In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have experience:</p> <ul> <li>Performing contract management duties including any of the following: writing, negotiation, conflict resolution, contract performance evaluation </li><li>Developing specifications for the procurement of good or services </li><li>Interpreting and applying public procurement policies and procedures. </li><li>Work with a formal solicitations process such as a Request for Bids (RFBs) or Request for Proposal (or equivalent) </li></ul> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.</p> <p>Applicants should attach a letter of qualification and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualification and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position. Your letter of qualification and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.</p> <p>Your submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualification, if interested please click here.</p> <p>Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov.</p> <p>The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.</p> <p>The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their letter of qualifications, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist noted above. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on 3/25/25, in order to be considered.</p> <p>For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Commonly Asked Questions page. Some users report better performance when using the Chrome browser.</p>