PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

State of Arizona • Phoenix, AZ • 1h ago

Job No: 542592

Work Type: Full-time

Location: REMOTE OPTIONS,PHOENIX

Categories: Business and Financial Administration,Purchasing/Contracting/Procurement

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY The Arizona Department of Homeland Security was established in 2006 by the Arizona State Legislature to support the mission of providing strategic direction and access to federal homeland security grant program resources that will further enable the stakeholders' collective goals to prevent, protect, mitigate, respond to and recover from terrorist attacks and other critical hazards that affect the safety, well-being and economic security of Arizona.

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST This position may be eligible to work remotely 1-2 days a week after job training requirements are met

Job Location:

100 North 15th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Posting Details:

Annual Salary Range: $52,000 - $62,000

Grade: 20

This position will close on Friday August 7, 2026

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Homeland Security (AZDOHS) is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join the Finance and Administration team, reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Finance and Administration.

This position is a mid-level specialist, working in collaboration with statewide procurement professionals and in accordance with all statewide procurement policies and practices.

The Procurement Specialist will:

Work in conjunction with statewide procurement in advising agency managers and staff on procedures for developing contracts or parts of contracts

Provide guidance to agency staff, other government agencies and grant subrecipients on contract or agreement policies and procedure

Explain and advise staff on state contract and procurement laws, rules, regulations, operating policies, procedures, and ethics

Prepare and deliver training to agency staff and grant subrecipients on contract procedures, requirements and related issues

Collaborate with technical resource staff to develop specifications and requirements on procurements within scope

Explain agency purchasing, agreement or contract policies to agency program staff

Facilitate contractor or vendor invoices for payment

Job Duties:

Prepare and deliver training to agency staff and grant subrecipients on contract procedures, requirements and related issues

Collaborate with technical resource staff to develop specifications and requirements on procurements

Facilitate internal review of quotes, requisitions, contracts, and invoices in relation to procurements

Respond to questions from grant subrecipients regarding procurement guidance

Enter all data and receipts into the Arizona Procurement Portal

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge:

Knowledge of federal and state funding rules and regulations, contract language, contract management, agency program/project policies and procedures

Knowledge of accounting practices and the analysis and reporting of financial data

Knowledge of purchasing procedures and methods for acquiring goods/services

Knowledge of techniques used to negotiate or gain agreement with others

Knowledge of principles and processes of governmental contracting

Knowledge of federal and state procurement laws and statutes

Skills:

Skills in relationship building with internal, external, and vendor stakeholders

Skills in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and a strong attention to detail

Skills in negotiation, communication, and conflict resolution

Skills in Google Suite and Microsoft Office

Skills in project management

Ablity:

Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with contracted and governmental agency representatives and special interest groups

Ability to evaluate and analyze programmatic and fiscal data, negotiate contracts, and maintain complex record-keeping systems

Ability to analyze technical specifications in bids

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

Selective Preference(s):

Bachelor's Degree and at least two years in procurement or relevant equivalent experience

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Required to drive on State business; must possess a valid Arizona driver's license

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. (https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf)

Benefits:

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Sick leave

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here (https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion) . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page (https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers)

Retirement :

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

Please note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Alexis Pagel at apagel@azdohs.gov for assistance

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