State of Utah
Salary:
See Position Description Location :
Salt Lake County, UT Job Type:
Full Time Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid Job Number:
46503 Agency:
150 Department of Government Operations Unit:
0910 DGO PUR Purchasing - Admin Opening Date:
09/26/2025 Closing Date:
10/10/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA:
Non-Exempt Recruiter:
Victoria Trujillo: victoriatrujillo@utah.gov # of Openings:
1 Location:
This position may be considered for flexible/hybrid telework up to 3 days per week! (Work must be performed in Utah.) Applicants who live greater than 50 miles from the primary work location will be considered for this position with a full-time telework arrangement to include occasional mandatory meetings in the Taylorsville, UT area. Please note, a position's eligibility for telework is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. Our office is located in the Taylorsville State Office Building at 4315 S. 2700 West, Taylorsville, UT. Schedule Code:
B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Benefits:
This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. EEO Statement:
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Job Description
The Division of Purchasing is seeking a new Purchasing Agent to assist with the administrative functions of managing purchase orders and contracts within the State's finance system, as well as supporting contract management support for state agencies.
This position can be filled as a Purchasing Agent II or a Purchasing Agent III, depending on the skills and qualifications of the chosen candidate. Purchasing Agent II: $23.93 - $37.95/hour
Purchasing Agent III: $26.67 - $42.30/
hour
Principal Duties As a Purchasing Agent you will:
Prepare quotes, bids, requests for proposals (RFPs) and contracts. Manage statewide cooperative contracts. Conduct vendor outreach on statewide cooperative contracts for contract management. Oversee and assist with procurement decisions for the State of Utah Executive Branch agencies. Assist in the improvement of policies and procedures for the division. Research market conditions, life cycle cost analysis, cost-benefit relationship analysis, and alternative supply sourcing. Assist in creating Purchase Orders and processing contracts in the finance system. Assist in contract management support of agency contracts. Conduct data analysis on contracts. The Best Qualified Candidate The best qualified candidates for this position will have:
Experience using FINET (or CGI Financial) for creating purchase orders and contracts. Experience in contract management. Experience in public procurement. Proficient computer skills. Public procurement is defined as the contracting and purchasing of goods and services by a public entity, such as government departments.
Why You Should Join Our Team We allow you to telework from anywhere in Utah! Full time remote work includes four quarterly, in-person trainings. In-person location varies around the State based on employees remote work location. In addition to a competitive comprehensive , and a great work-life balance, the Division of Purchasing provides the best opportunity to learn about public procurement, including the Utah Procurement Code. As part of our team, you will be able to work on large complex contracts while networking with public entities and negotiating with vendors.
The Department and Division The provides support to, and enables other state agencies to fulfill their core missions. The Utah Division of Purchasing is recognized as one of the best managed public procurement agencies in the nation. For more information on the Division of Purchasing, click Responsibilities
Ensures compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines, etc. Prepares contracts and/or agreements. Coordinates and/or acts as a liaison between agency or work unit and other agencies, work units, organizations, suppliers, etc. Reviews documents and reconciles discrepancies; makes needed adjustments. Obtains, documents, and tabulates quotes on items covered by existing contracts. Gathers data, prepares reports or summarizes information. Conducts contract management assistance. Conducts trend analysis on agency contracts. Creates and amends purchase orders and contracts in FINET. Supplemental Information
Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. DHRM rules apply for promotions/transfers.
Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
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As part of this application process, you must upload your resume into your application profile. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your resume or work history. "See resume" or "see previous response" is not an acceptable response to any question.Failure to follow these terms may result in disqualification from further consideration for this position.
I acknowledge I have read the above statement.
02
How many years of experience do you have in public procurement, including bids and requests for proposals?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 3 years 3 - 4 years More than 4 years
03
At which employer did you gain your public procurement experience experience? 04
How many years of experience do you have in reviewing and negotiating contract elements?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 3 years 3 - 4 years More than 4 years
05
At which employer did you gain your experience reviewing and negotiating contract elements? 06
How many years of experience do you have working with state procurement rules, policies, and procedures?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 3 years 3 - 4 years More than 4 years
07
At which employer did you gain your experience working with state procurement rules, policies, and procedures? 08
How many years of experience do you have using electronic procurement systems, such as Bid Sync and Sci Quest?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 3 years 3 - 4 years More than 4 years
09
At which employer did you gain your experience using electronic procurement systems? 10
Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.
State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah) Referred by a Friend or Family Indeed Other External Job Board or Site LinkedIn Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov) Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc) Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague) University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc) Contacted by a Recruiter Career or Job Fair Internship Interviewed for different position Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc) Other (not listed above)
Required Question
See Position Description Location :
Salt Lake County, UT Job Type:
Full Time Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid Job Number:
46503 Agency:
150 Department of Government Operations Unit:
0910 DGO PUR Purchasing - Admin Opening Date:
09/26/2025 Closing Date:
10/10/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA:
Non-Exempt Recruiter:
Victoria Trujillo: victoriatrujillo@utah.gov # of Openings:
1 Location:
This position may be considered for flexible/hybrid telework up to 3 days per week! (Work must be performed in Utah.) Applicants who live greater than 50 miles from the primary work location will be considered for this position with a full-time telework arrangement to include occasional mandatory meetings in the Taylorsville, UT area. Please note, a position's eligibility for telework is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. Our office is located in the Taylorsville State Office Building at 4315 S. 2700 West, Taylorsville, UT. Schedule Code:
B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Benefits:
This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. EEO Statement:
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Job Description
The Division of Purchasing is seeking a new Purchasing Agent to assist with the administrative functions of managing purchase orders and contracts within the State's finance system, as well as supporting contract management support for state agencies.
This position can be filled as a Purchasing Agent II or a Purchasing Agent III, depending on the skills and qualifications of the chosen candidate. Purchasing Agent II: $23.93 - $37.95/hour
Purchasing Agent III: $26.67 - $42.30/
hour
Principal Duties As a Purchasing Agent you will:
Prepare quotes, bids, requests for proposals (RFPs) and contracts. Manage statewide cooperative contracts. Conduct vendor outreach on statewide cooperative contracts for contract management. Oversee and assist with procurement decisions for the State of Utah Executive Branch agencies. Assist in the improvement of policies and procedures for the division. Research market conditions, life cycle cost analysis, cost-benefit relationship analysis, and alternative supply sourcing. Assist in creating Purchase Orders and processing contracts in the finance system. Assist in contract management support of agency contracts. Conduct data analysis on contracts. The Best Qualified Candidate The best qualified candidates for this position will have:
Experience using FINET (or CGI Financial) for creating purchase orders and contracts. Experience in contract management. Experience in public procurement. Proficient computer skills. Public procurement is defined as the contracting and purchasing of goods and services by a public entity, such as government departments.
Why You Should Join Our Team We allow you to telework from anywhere in Utah! Full time remote work includes four quarterly, in-person trainings. In-person location varies around the State based on employees remote work location. In addition to a competitive comprehensive , and a great work-life balance, the Division of Purchasing provides the best opportunity to learn about public procurement, including the Utah Procurement Code. As part of our team, you will be able to work on large complex contracts while networking with public entities and negotiating with vendors.
The Department and Division The provides support to, and enables other state agencies to fulfill their core missions. The Utah Division of Purchasing is recognized as one of the best managed public procurement agencies in the nation. For more information on the Division of Purchasing, click Responsibilities
Ensures compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines, etc. Prepares contracts and/or agreements. Coordinates and/or acts as a liaison between agency or work unit and other agencies, work units, organizations, suppliers, etc. Reviews documents and reconciles discrepancies; makes needed adjustments. Obtains, documents, and tabulates quotes on items covered by existing contracts. Gathers data, prepares reports or summarizes information. Conducts contract management assistance. Conducts trend analysis on agency contracts. Creates and amends purchase orders and contracts in FINET. Supplemental Information
Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. DHRM rules apply for promotions/transfers.
Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
FMLA General Notice: (right click + open link in new tab) (clic derecho + abrir en una pestaña nueva?) 01
As part of this application process, you must upload your resume into your application profile. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your resume or work history. "See resume" or "see previous response" is not an acceptable response to any question.Failure to follow these terms may result in disqualification from further consideration for this position.
I acknowledge I have read the above statement.
02
How many years of experience do you have in public procurement, including bids and requests for proposals?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 3 years 3 - 4 years More than 4 years
03
At which employer did you gain your public procurement experience experience? 04
How many years of experience do you have in reviewing and negotiating contract elements?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 3 years 3 - 4 years More than 4 years
05
At which employer did you gain your experience reviewing and negotiating contract elements? 06
How many years of experience do you have working with state procurement rules, policies, and procedures?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 3 years 3 - 4 years More than 4 years
07
At which employer did you gain your experience working with state procurement rules, policies, and procedures? 08
How many years of experience do you have using electronic procurement systems, such as Bid Sync and Sci Quest?
No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 3 years 3 - 4 years More than 4 years
09
At which employer did you gain your experience using electronic procurement systems? 10
Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.
State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah) Referred by a Friend or Family Indeed Other External Job Board or Site LinkedIn Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov) Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc) Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague) University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc) Contacted by a Recruiter Career or Job Fair Internship Interviewed for different position Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc) Other (not listed above)
Required Question