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State of Oklahoma

Contracting & Acquisitions Agent III, II, or I

State of Oklahoma, Vinita, Oklahoma, United States, 74301

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Contracting & Acquisitions Agent III, II, or I

Join a team that CARES! At ODMHSAS, we believe in I.C.A.R.E.

Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans. We take that very seriously

because we care! Come grow with us! The Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC) located in Vinita, OK is a 24 hour/ 365 day secure inpatient forensic facility that provides jail competency services for the State of Oklahoma. Currently, OFC has 268 beds for consumers who have been found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity. OFC is expanding with construction scheduled to be completed in June 2025 adding an additional 84 beds. When completed, OFC will have a total of 352 beds to house consumers. About the Position:

Here at the Oklahoma Forensic Center the Finance Department is seeking a Contracting & Acquisitions Agent who would be responsible for the acquisitions of goods and services, completing all related actions concerning competitive bidding or negotiation, evaluation of proposals, analyses of products, disapproval or termination of contracts, insuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements concerning contracting and purchasing and other duties as assigned. Close dates: 7/24/2025-until filled Full-time Hourly payrate: Level III-$21.51; Level II-$19.95; Level I-$18.50 Primary Working Hours are: 8:00am-4:30pm FLSA Status: Non Exempt /Exempt Primary Work Location/Department: Oklahoma Forensic Center, Vinita Ok/Finance Vacancies: 1 Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Level II

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of three (3) years of technical clerical work plus two (2) years of experience involving procurement, purchasing, contracting, or acquisition; or an equivalent combination of education and experience substitution is allowed for the three (3) years of technical clerical experience only. Level I

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of three (3) years of technical clerical work plus one (1) year of experience involving procurement, purchasing, contracting, or acquisition; or an equivalent combination of education and experience substitution is allowed for the three (3) years of technical clerical experience only. Level I

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of three (3) years technical clerical work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Requirements: Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background check. Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver's license. Great Reasons to Work with Us:

ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Our benefits include: Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs 11 paid holidays 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match Longevity Bonus for years of service Student Loan repayment options Training opportunities for CEU requirements This agency requires coverage 24 hours, 7 days per week. Work hours and location may vary depending on business necessity. Employees may be required to work weekends and overtime. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.