PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY SPECIALIST III - OAHU - (OHHI)

OverviewThis recruitment is being conducted under the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH-HI) project, a targeted outreach initiative featuring an expedited hiring process, fast-tracking qualified applicants into job opportunities throughout Hawai’i.Applications received for this recruitment will be reviewed for Legal Authorization to work in the US. All applicants who pass the Legal Authorization review will be referred to the hiring department for consideration and an initial review of the application.Applicants who meet the initial review requirements at the departmental level may be contacted by the hiring program for an interview. All applicants interviewed by the hiring program will be notified of their selection or non-selection by the department.The application referral and potential interview conducted at the departmental level does not imply that applicants have met all Minimum Qualification Requirements. A thorough review of all applications received will be conducted by the Department of Human Resources Development and all applicants will be notified of the final disposition.The continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii\'s Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.Salary: $4,961 to $6,043 per month (SR-20, Step D to I)Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant\'s qualifications, and other relevant factors.The Procurement and Supply Specialist series includes professional positions responsible for assuring the adequate provisioning of supplies, equipment, material and services to a State department or large agency with extensive purchasing activity and supply needs which substantially transcend normal office supplies and other standard State purchases. The work involves the responsibility for purchasing and, typically, for other functions such as storage, distribution and inventory management. Knowledge of State laws, rules, regulations, policies and practices in purchasing and, usually, in one or more other specialties in the provisioning of supplies, equipment and services to major departments or agencies are required as well as significant independent judgment and analytical ability in the conduct of work.To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:Minimum QualificationsLegal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor\'s degree.Specialized Experience: ONE (1) and ONE-HALF (1 1/2) years of progressively responsible work experience in purchasing which involved working with users and vendors to identify, clarify and specify requirements for products, materials, equipment or services in order to:A. Develop specifications for formal bids and/or update existing specifications to ensure their currency and applicability. This experience must have demonstrated knowledge of documentation requirements for formal purchases, an understanding and use of common purchasing resources and purchasing methods and practices;B. Conduct research and studies on products such as life cycle or in-use cost studies; testing, evaluating and reporting on alternative products, and/or comparable studies to make purchasing recommendations to management. This experience must have involved identifying and gathering pertinent data, analyzing data, considering alternatives and recommending actions.The Procurement and Supply Specialist III must have had at least six (6) months of experience in each of areas A or B, and at least one year of experience in dealing with purchases of moderately complex and complex nature. Moderately complex purchases involve indirect precedents; Complex purchases require substantial judgment to determine criteria and differentiate between needs and preferences. In addition, applicants must possess experience demonstrating:A. Knowledge of purchasing methods and techniques;B. Ability to interview users, vendors and others regarding user requirements;C. Ability to conduct pertinent research regarding unique user requirements and characteristics of desired products;D. Ability to assess user needs and identify products suited to the agency\'s requirements;E. Ability to evaluate documentation and develop or review technical specifications;F. Ability to anticipate problems and recommend terms and conditions accordingly;G. Familiarity with storage, distribution and inventory maintenance concerns.Supervisory Aptitude: Applicants must possess supervisory aptitude.Driver\'s License: Some positions require possession of a valid driver\'s license at the time of appointment.Lift and Carry: Some positions require the ability to lift and carry objects with or without reasonable accommodation.Special Requirement: Some positions require certification as a competent operator of electric-, gas- and propane-powered forklifts within six (6) months from the date of hire.Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please consult the official notice (further details not included here).The State of Hawai\'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.Electronic notification to applicants: The Department will use electronic mail to notify applicants of important information relating to status and processing. Please ensure that your email address is current and accessible. We will not be responsible if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your mailbox in a timely manner.Testing information: The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis with scoring based on evaluation of your education and experience. In-person interviews and/or further testing may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.In addition to employment availability and score, referrals may be based on other factors including the date of application. #J-18808-Ljbffr