Louisiana
Procurement Associate (OTS Statewide Operations Associate 1-4)
Louisiana, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
The Division of Administration/Office of Technology Services has a vacancy. This position is located in the Operations section. Req.216186
About O provoca The Office of Technology Services (OTS) aims to be a responsible partner in delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions that support and enhance the IT functions within Executive Branch Departments. OTS will work to increase the return on the State’s investment in technology by promoting smart decision‑making, solving problems intelligently, increasing the rate of project success, and fostering a skilled and professional staff.
This position is a purchasing liaison to the Division of Administration (DOA), consolidated state agencies, and the Office of State Procurement on behalf of OTS. The incumbent works closely with OTS Agency Relationship Managers providing input to assist in making decisions into strategies for procuring goods and services. Responsibilities include reporting, financing, and procurement of IT hardware, software, complete solutions, and services for major programs and systems development within the DOA and consolidated state agencies.
Division of Administration Activities
Overseeing the state’s capital construction program
Working to provide state and federal grants for community development
Development of the state budget
Providing technology services
Giving agencies guidance in the state purchasing and contracting process as they seek goods and services
Administering a program that provides federal funds to help Louisiana residents recover from a series of devastating hurricanes
Qualifications
Two years of experience in information technology
Six years of full‑time work experience in any field
An associate’s degree in information technology or бем accounting
A bachelor’s degree
Experience substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full‑time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours, which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
NOTE: A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties Responsible for creating advanced POs, reporting, helping create procedures for section workflows, vendor negotiations on price, and obtaining approvals, according to the Louisiana State Laws, Rules, and Regulations and IT Procurement Guidelines. Prepares and maintains reports detailing fiscal year expenditures, including forecasting for future fiscal years.
Verifies budget transactions, current balances and allocation of budgeted funds. Prepares detailed reports for VPM with information on IT funding, budget, contracts, hardware maintenance, software maintenance, and services throughout the fiscal year.
This position serves to assist in supporting statewide information technology operations functions as a lead associate to lower‑level positions in the Vendor and Provider Management area. Coordinates complex IT acquisitions and/or other operational needs with vendors and guides lower‑level personnel as needed.
This position is a purchasing liaison to the Division of Administration (DOA), consolidated state agencies, and the Office of State Procurement on behalf of OTS. Works closely with OTS Agency Relationship Managers providing input to assist in making decisions into strategies for procuring goods and services. Reviews the creation and modification of technical purchase orders and shopping carts to ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Guides lower‑level personnel in interpreting policy and procedures as relevant to statewide information technology purchases.
Responsible for having knowledge of the Louisiana Procurement Laws, Rules and Regulations, and the IT Procurement Guidelines and policy's.ernet advanced understanding of business operations, technical products and/or OTS services in order to provide lead associate support related to operational functions for the Office of Technology Services.
Other duties as needed and/or directed by the State CIO or his designee.
Position‑Specific Details
Appointment Type:
This vacancy will be filled by a new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee.
Career Progression:
This vacancy participates in a career progression group and may be filled from this recruitment as an OTS Statewide Operations Associate 1, 2, 3, or 4.
Compensation:
Depends on the qualifications of the selected applicant.
Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.
How to Apply No Civil Service test score
is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. A criminal history check may be conducted on employees changing positions, including positivity. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre‑employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government’s E‑Verify system.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
Contact Information For further information about this posting, please contact:
Erica R. Gay HR Specialist Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources Email: Erica.Gay@la.gov
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About O provoca The Office of Technology Services (OTS) aims to be a responsible partner in delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions that support and enhance the IT functions within Executive Branch Departments. OTS will work to increase the return on the State’s investment in technology by promoting smart decision‑making, solving problems intelligently, increasing the rate of project success, and fostering a skilled and professional staff.
This position is a purchasing liaison to the Division of Administration (DOA), consolidated state agencies, and the Office of State Procurement on behalf of OTS. The incumbent works closely with OTS Agency Relationship Managers providing input to assist in making decisions into strategies for procuring goods and services. Responsibilities include reporting, financing, and procurement of IT hardware, software, complete solutions, and services for major programs and systems development within the DOA and consolidated state agencies.
Division of Administration Activities
Overseeing the state’s capital construction program
Working to provide state and federal grants for community development
Development of the state budget
Providing technology services
Giving agencies guidance in the state purchasing and contracting process as they seek goods and services
Administering a program that provides federal funds to help Louisiana residents recover from a series of devastating hurricanes
Qualifications
Two years of experience in information technology
Six years of full‑time work experience in any field
An associate’s degree in information technology or бем accounting
A bachelor’s degree
Experience substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full‑time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours, which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
NOTE: A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties Responsible for creating advanced POs, reporting, helping create procedures for section workflows, vendor negotiations on price, and obtaining approvals, according to the Louisiana State Laws, Rules, and Regulations and IT Procurement Guidelines. Prepares and maintains reports detailing fiscal year expenditures, including forecasting for future fiscal years.
Verifies budget transactions, current balances and allocation of budgeted funds. Prepares detailed reports for VPM with information on IT funding, budget, contracts, hardware maintenance, software maintenance, and services throughout the fiscal year.
This position serves to assist in supporting statewide information technology operations functions as a lead associate to lower‑level positions in the Vendor and Provider Management area. Coordinates complex IT acquisitions and/or other operational needs with vendors and guides lower‑level personnel as needed.
This position is a purchasing liaison to the Division of Administration (DOA), consolidated state agencies, and the Office of State Procurement on behalf of OTS. Works closely with OTS Agency Relationship Managers providing input to assist in making decisions into strategies for procuring goods and services. Reviews the creation and modification of technical purchase orders and shopping carts to ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Guides lower‑level personnel in interpreting policy and procedures as relevant to statewide information technology purchases.
Responsible for having knowledge of the Louisiana Procurement Laws, Rules and Regulations, and the IT Procurement Guidelines and policy's.ernet advanced understanding of business operations, technical products and/or OTS services in order to provide lead associate support related to operational functions for the Office of Technology Services.
Other duties as needed and/or directed by the State CIO or his designee.
Position‑Specific Details
Appointment Type:
This vacancy will be filled by a new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee.
Career Progression:
This vacancy participates in a career progression group and may be filled from this recruitment as an OTS Statewide Operations Associate 1, 2, 3, or 4.
Compensation:
Depends on the qualifications of the selected applicant.
Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.
How to Apply No Civil Service test score
is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. A criminal history check may be conducted on employees changing positions, including positivity. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre‑employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government’s E‑Verify system.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
Contact Information For further information about this posting, please contact:
Erica R. Gay HR Specialist Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources Email: Erica.Gay@la.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr