This position will be filled at a salary no higher than the posted maximum salary.

Job Location: Central Office, 830 MoDOT Drive, Jefferson City, MO

• Substitution of experience for the education requirement will be considered.

• Waiver of minimum requirements may be considered.

• A hybrid telework option may be considered. Full-time telework is not available.

Why you’ll love this position:

The general services specialist performs routine entry-level activities in the areas of facilities management, fleet management, procurement, and other general services programs and policies. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. If you are hired as an entry-level or intermediate General Services Specialist, this opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

What you’ll do:

• Provides support for and monitors business activities, conducts economical analysis, and evaluates process efficiency
• Tracks and reports the status and progress of the strategic business plan; coordinates budget transfers, revisions, or adjustments with resource management; trains, coaches, and assists organizational units in the budget process at the district/division/office level.
• Provides support in contracting and bidding processes, which may include specification development, bid requests, bid openings, bonding, change orders, pay requests, purchases, and the acquisition, disposal, or leasing of property (real estate).
• Provides support for and monitors federal, state, and local regulations and commission decisions, contracts, and agreements to determine impact on procedures and record keeping practices; and advises and assists Central Office and district operations in identifying acceptable business practices.
• Provides support in identifying and reporting of outcome measures, best practices, projected costs/savings and business problems.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration, Facilities Management, Public Purchasing/Procurement, Real Estate, or related field

Special Working Conditions:

• Work requires occasional, statewide, overnight, travel.

Preferred Qualifications

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

If you have questions about this position please contact: cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.