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Five years procurement and contract experience related to the position such as developing and administering standard contracts, agreements, or solicitations.

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A bachelor's degree and two years of professional-level procurement and contract experience related to the position.

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Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of procurement and contract experience related to the position.

To request a copy of the position description, please contact:

The most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:

• Strong knowledge and expertise of state purchasing processes, policies, and systems.

• Advise Managers and staff on procedures for developing contracts and agreements.

• Thorough understanding of the legal aspects of contracting and the associated legal liability.

• Ability to negotiate, establish and process contracts.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Demonstrated awareness of race and social justice, including the ability to positively influence equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

You will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package!

• A positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.

• An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.

• including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan ().

• The posted salary range is the total possible range for the classification. Candidates are screened through a Pay Equity process that evaluates various factors. Please see the website for more information.

*These dates are approximate and may change. *

• Recruitment Closes: 05/17/24
• Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going
• Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: On-going
• 1st Round of Interviews: Week of 05/20/24
• 2nd Round of Interviews: Week of 05/27/24
• Final Interview: If needed
• Anticipated Start Date: 07/01/24.

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

• External applicants: View this . A PDF is also available by .

• REQUIRED: Attach your most up-to-date Resume. Please ensure your Workday profile matches your submitted resume.

• REQUIRED: Attach a Cover Letter that demonstrates how you meet the "Desired Attributes" for this position.

• A Cover Letter that does not meet the required criteria will be graded as ineligible.

If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the HR Solutions Inbox at:

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon's housing finance agency. We provide financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income. Our vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and to live free from poverty. Across Oregon, housing has emerged as a paramount concern. The lack of available housing, high rents and high home prices are driving rapid increases in housing instability and homelessness. The data is clear: too many Oregonians are without a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.

OHCS is placing a greater emphasis on strategic planning and the way we invest our resources. Recently, we have restructured, refocused, and reimagined our agency. Our work has led to an increased emphasis on data, research, and customer service. We are carrying that effort forward with the

. The plan articulates the extent of Oregon's housing problem and what we can do to address it. OHCS committed to the Housing Stability Council and our stakeholders that the plan will be responsive to the needs of the state.

OHCS released its to update the agency's significant progress in meeting the goals outlined in the 2019 Statewide Housing Plan. We are now more than halfway into the five-year plan.

To learn more about Oregon Housing and Community Services, visit our website:

The Procurement and Grant Compliance Section of the Chief Financial Office includes grants, financial monitoring & compliance, and procurement & contracts. Key program areas of the agency rely on community partners serving low-income Oregonians, and grants and contracts are critical to this success to ensure resources reaching low-income Oregonians. This section ensures accountability and stewardship of resources.

• If you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please send your request to and include the job requisition number.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the page for more details.

• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it may not be available to view after the job closes.

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check.Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• Work Authorization: OHCS does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. If hired, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

• Veteran's Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: . NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your "My Applications" section.

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