Senior Procurement Compliance Officers - 0P014, 0P015 and DR014
Senior Procurement Compliance Officers - 0P014, 0P015 and DR014
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Job Description
Are you a Virginia Contracting Officer that enjoys applying critical thinking skills to resolve complex problems
Do you have extensive knowledge and experience with Construction Technology and Non-Technology procurements
Come join DGS as aSenior Contract Compliance Officer for our Office of Procurement Services!
Title: Senior Contract Compliance Officers - 0P014 0P015 and DR014
State Role Title: Procurement Officer II
Hiring Range: $90000 - $105000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of General Services (DGS)
Location:Washington Building (Richmond VA)
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
The DGS Office of Procurement Services (OPS) is looking to hire three (3) Senior Contract Compliance Officers to ensure that the terms and conditions of the Agency Procurement & Surplus Property Manual (APSPM) Construction Professional Services Manual (CPSM) and VITA BuyIT manual are accurately applied in contracts.
OPS supports DGS and other state agencies by providing consistent and accurate guidance pertaining to current procurement laws regulations policies and procedures to maintain contract compliance and ensure that staff can be successful in accomplishing their Agencys strategic plans missions and objectives. OPS also ensures that Executive Order Number 35 (Enhancing Small Business) and all procurement laws are adhered to by implementing and executing good procurement practices within OPS and in the divisions where procurement delegations have been granted and ensures that is implemented throughout the Agency.
Job duties include but are not limited to:
- Conduct internal reviews of OPS contracts for compliance.
- Initiate the procurement complaint process with Contractors to correct areas of non-compliance.
- Train and educate employees and internal stakeholders on compliance policies and procedures including providing guidance to management on compliance matters and providing contract administration training to all assigned Contract Administrators.
- Assist with updating internal policy and procedures to reflect changes in regulatory requirements.
- Procure nonprofessional services and complex goods as assigned through competitive sealed (IFB) or unsealed bidding (QQ) competitive negotiation (RFP) sole source and emergency methods in a competent and professional manner consistent with the VPPA APSPM VITA Buy IT Procurement Manual and DGS policies and procedures.
Weve got great benefits!
DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing pre-tax spending accounts paid life insurance paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits fourteen (14) paid holidays vacation and other leave benefits wellness programs and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. Additionally DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Minimum Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) and other state procurement laws and policies (ex: DGS Agency Procurement & Surplus Property Manual (APSPM) DGS Construction Professional Services Manual (CPSM) and VITA Buy IT Procurement Manual).
- Extensive knowledge and experience executing Technology Construction and other Non-Technology procurements.
- Experience with various contract types and procurement methods.
- Superior written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders suppliers the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) and the OPS management team.
- Ability to apply critical thinking skills to resolve complex problems.
- Ability to recognize and weigh risks in contact terms and conditions.
- Ability to plan monitor gather and coordinate information and prioritize between multiple requirements objectives projects and tasks.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Advanced knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office (Word Excel SharePoint and PowerPoint) and Adobe.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.
The selected candidate must also pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
Additional Considerations
- Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) Certification. Candidates who do not already have this certification will be required to obtain one within one year of employment.
- Virginia Construction Contracting Officer (VCCO) Certification.
- Virginia Contract Administration & Risk Management Certification Program (VCARM).
- Certified Public Professional Buyer (CPPB) and/or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO).
- Experience with Commonwealth of Virginia state and local government procurement.
Special Instructions
The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application.
Online applications should be submitted via .
Fax e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office or .
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received but this position may be closed at any time after July 16 2025.Please refer to the Your Application page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at for assistance.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
The selected candidate must also pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
The selected candidate will also be required to obtain the Virginia Contracting Officer certification within one year of hire date if they do not already have it.
Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.
The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups individuals with disabilities veterans and individuals with AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found atAHP Letteror by calling DARS at .
Note:Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Contact Information
Name: DGS Human Resources
Phone:
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
