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State of Colorado is Hiring a PURCHASING AGENT III. Near Denver, CO
Department InformationThis position is only open to current Residents of Colorado.Incumbent will be required to complete work for CDE within Colorado.Colorado Department Of Education – What We DoThe Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.
As the administrative arm of the State Board of Education , CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.
CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.
CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally. If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do.
Why Work For CDEThe work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!
The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:
MISSION: Would like to work in a position that will benefit students and teachers in Colorado? Then this is the position for you! Our team procures and contracts for a wide variety of services such as reading trainings and assessments for students, trainings and support for teachers, information technology systems to document student nutrition needs in schools, convenings to develop and improve equity in schools, programs to provide assistive technology for students with disabilities, and so much more. By joining the CDE team, you can help support a vital mission and be proud of the work you do!
TEAM: Do you want to work with a collaborative and supportive team? CDE has an amazing purchasing and contracts team made up of seven individuals who have worked for CDE for numerous years and are ready to welcome and support new employees joining the team. CDE’s Purchasing Director has been leading the team for eight and a half years and has 13 years of procurement and contracts experience. CDE purchasing is one of the best teams in the state, with experienced, dedicated, hard-working, fun, and witty individuals.
FLEXIBILITY: Have you found yourself really enjoying working from home? If so, this position can be filled by eligible applicants who desire to work from home as long as they are residing anywhere within the great State of Colorado. Do you still like going into the office? We also have you covered, and you can choose to work in the office if you prefer. In addition, CDE purchasing also has the opportunity for flexible work schedules and promotes healthy work-life balances.
BENEFITS: The State of Colorado has amazing benefits! The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:
Qualifications And ConditionsQualifications for Success in the Position:
Appeal RightsIf you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination.
Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.
Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb .
A standard appeal form is available at: https://spb.colorado.gov/ . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment OpportunityThe State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to hr@cde.state.co.us .
As the administrative arm of the State Board of Education , CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.
CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.
CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally. If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do.
Why Work For CDEThe work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!
The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:
- Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.
- Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.
- Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance
- Up to 160 hours of Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals
- Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) www.copera.org
- Employer paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply)
- Paid professional development opportunities
MISSION: Would like to work in a position that will benefit students and teachers in Colorado? Then this is the position for you! Our team procures and contracts for a wide variety of services such as reading trainings and assessments for students, trainings and support for teachers, information technology systems to document student nutrition needs in schools, convenings to develop and improve equity in schools, programs to provide assistive technology for students with disabilities, and so much more. By joining the CDE team, you can help support a vital mission and be proud of the work you do!
TEAM: Do you want to work with a collaborative and supportive team? CDE has an amazing purchasing and contracts team made up of seven individuals who have worked for CDE for numerous years and are ready to welcome and support new employees joining the team. CDE’s Purchasing Director has been leading the team for eight and a half years and has 13 years of procurement and contracts experience. CDE purchasing is one of the best teams in the state, with experienced, dedicated, hard-working, fun, and witty individuals.
FLEXIBILITY: Have you found yourself really enjoying working from home? If so, this position can be filled by eligible applicants who desire to work from home as long as they are residing anywhere within the great State of Colorado. Do you still like going into the office? We also have you covered, and you can choose to work in the office if you prefer. In addition, CDE purchasing also has the opportunity for flexible work schedules and promotes healthy work-life balances.
BENEFITS: The State of Colorado has amazing benefits! The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:
- Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.
- Premier medical, dental, vision and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.
- Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Vacation and sick leave accruals
- Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) www.copera.org
- Employer paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply)
- Paid professional development opportunities
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Drafts solicitations, particularly requests for proposals for personal services and information technology.
- Coordinates with program staff to draft the statement-of-work for solicitations, including Requests for Proposals, Invitations to Negotiate, Documented Quotes, Invitations for Bid with a focus on complex solicitations.
- Coordinates with program staff to draft the statements-of-work and payment options for contracts, amendments, interagency agreements, intergovernmental agreements, and purchase orders.
- Drafts and negotiates limitations of liability, changes to purchase order and contract terms and conditions, and negotiates vendor agreements. Drafts and submits fiscal rule waivers and other approval requests for the State Purchasing and Contracts Office.
- Negotiates contractual terms and conditions with vendors.
- Processes purchase order and contracts in accordance with Colorado Procurement code and rules, federal laws, and CDE policies and procedures.
- Facilitates the evaluation process for solicitations.
- Provides training and advice to CDE program staff regarding Procurement code and rules.
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. AND two years of relevant experience. Relevant experience includes experience writing requests for proposals and/or writing contract/purchase order statements of work.
- If you do not have a bachelor’s degree, you must have six years of relevant experience. Relevant experience must include experience writing requests for proposals and/or writing contract/purchase order statements of work.
- A Juris Doctor degree, or a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study related to the work assignment may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
- For example, if you had a Juris Doctorate degree or relevant Master’s degree (Procurement, Education, or other writing-intensive Master’s Degree) that required two years of study, you would meet minimum qualifications as that would have six years of relevant education to substitute for experience.
Qualifications And ConditionsQualifications for Success in the Position:
- Strong critical thinking skills.
- Experience training or explaining difficult concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Diligence and mindfulness with an attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with strict deadlines.
- Must be willing and able to submit to the pre-screening process and pass a background check.
- Ability and willingness to independently determine, obtain means, and complete required travel
- Work extend ed schedule per business needs
- Report to work location per business needs
- Completed Online Application: Required - Submitted through our ATS .
- Resume: Required
- Transcript: Required if using education to meet MQs - Attached to the online application and meeting requirements as described under "College Transcripts".
- Failure to submit a complete application as defined above by the announcement close will result in your application being removed from consideration.**
- Resumes and Cover Letters WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening.
Appeal RightsIf you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination.
Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.
Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb .
A standard appeal form is available at: https://spb.colorado.gov/ . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment OpportunityThe State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to hr@cde.state.co.us .
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$55k-77k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/19/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/05/2024
HEADQUARTERS
FORT COLLINS, CO
SIZE
>50,000
FOUNDED
2019
CEO
DENISE SELDERS
REVENUE
$10B - $50B
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