Procurement Officer Specialist

3 days ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking a highly skilled Procurement Officer Specialist to join our Administrative Services Division. This advanced-level professional will lead complex procurement activities, including Information Technology (IT) related services, in support of transportation operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide expert knowledge on assigned contracts and advise internal and external stakeholders on contractual matters.
  • Communicate with contract administrators and vendors on contractual compliance issues and negotiate contract modifications as needed.
  • Analyze procurement law and policy changes to identify impacts on agency policies and procedures.
  • Assist the Director as a senior procurement advisor on all procurement issues, including law, policy, and procedures.
  • Provide legislative support, policy development, and analysis, as well as interpretation and application of laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Facilitate cross-functional teams to develop contract requirements, terms, and conditions, and negotiate strategies to minimize risk and maximize value.
  • Analyze and evaluate highly technical procurements, communicate results, and make recommendations and decisions in partnership with stakeholders.
About VDOT

VDOT employees serve the citizens of the Commonwealth and the traveling public daily through our mission to plan, deliver, operate, and maintain a transportation system that is safe, moves people and goods, enhances the economy, and improves quality of life.

What We Offer

VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state-funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings, including employer matching.

Requirements
  • Knowledge of VITA and IT procurement rules and regulations.
  • Ability to obtain Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, procurement laws, regulations, and administration, organization, and management practices.
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical, presentation, communication, writing, and computer skills.
  • Ability to handle diverse and complex situations, manage multiple assignments, communicate both orally and in writing.


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