What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Contract and Procurement Analyst III position at State of Vermont?
Overview
The Agency of Digital Services is a team of information technology professionals providing services and resources to our partners in state government, ultimately for the benefit of the residents, businesses, and visitors of the State of Vermont.
This is the third of four levels in the Information Technology (IT) Contract and Procurement Analysis series within the Agency of Digital Services Business Office. The incumbent will perform professional level IT contracting & procurement work and will be responsible for contract administration and other office duties as mentioned below.
This position will be heavily involved in contract management that will include the cradle-to-grave oversight of Statement of Work (SOW) Agreements, ITS75/NASPO Cloud Order Documents, contracts, deliverables, negotiations and ensuring compliance with the State's terms and conditions.
Collaboration with other State agencies/departments, contractors, and the general public is anticipated on a daily basis.
Other job responsibilities, the IT Contracting and Procurement Analyst III, will perform include:
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
This position, IT Contract and Procurement Analyst III (Job Requisition #53641), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Erin Collier at erin.collier@vermont.gov
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed largely in a standard office setting. Duties are performed three days a week (Tuesday - Thursday) from the Agency of Digital Services' office located in Montpelier with the option to work remotely on Monday and Friday. Considerable interaction with a variety of agency and department staff, including leadership, program managers and IT professionals is required. Ability to act in a collaborative and customer service driven environment is mandatory. Situations requiring conflict resolution can be expected. Occasional over time may be required to meet important deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with college-level coursework that includes 15 computer science credits AND two (2) years or more at or above a technical or professional level in purchasing, procurement, or contract administration.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more at or above a technical or professional level in purchasing, procurement, or contract administration.
OR
Two (2) years or more of experience as an IT Contract & Procurement Analyst II for the State of Vermont, or the equivalent position in state, local, or federal government.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a role which administers government contractual arrangements centered on information technology
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
The Agency of Digital Services is a team of information technology professionals providing services and resources to our partners in state government, ultimately for the benefit of the residents, businesses, and visitors of the State of Vermont.
This is the third of four levels in the Information Technology (IT) Contract and Procurement Analysis series within the Agency of Digital Services Business Office. The incumbent will perform professional level IT contracting & procurement work and will be responsible for contract administration and other office duties as mentioned below.
This position will be heavily involved in contract management that will include the cradle-to-grave oversight of Statement of Work (SOW) Agreements, ITS75/NASPO Cloud Order Documents, contracts, deliverables, negotiations and ensuring compliance with the State's terms and conditions.
Collaboration with other State agencies/departments, contractors, and the general public is anticipated on a daily basis.
Other job responsibilities, the IT Contracting and Procurement Analyst III, will perform include:
- Create and monitor Purchase Orders throughout the State fiscal year
- Receive and upload Supplier invoices
- Track spend on executed contractual agreements
- Interaction with Suppliers and internal customers on billing and payment inquires
- Write and review IT procurement processes and procedures
- ADS Procurement webpage maintenance as needed
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of public sector bid and contract requirements and procedures, including Administrative Bulletin 3.5 and all relevant procurement related statutes.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of contract administration.
- Knowledge of IT project practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of core IT terminology and system and software platforms.
- Ability to prepare and present technical information clearly, both orally and in writing.
- High attention to detail.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of Suppliers and State staff involved in IT procurement.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
This position, IT Contract and Procurement Analyst III (Job Requisition #53641), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Erin Collier at erin.collier@vermont.gov
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed largely in a standard office setting. Duties are performed three days a week (Tuesday - Thursday) from the Agency of Digital Services' office located in Montpelier with the option to work remotely on Monday and Friday. Considerable interaction with a variety of agency and department staff, including leadership, program managers and IT professionals is required. Ability to act in a collaborative and customer service driven environment is mandatory. Situations requiring conflict resolution can be expected. Occasional over time may be required to meet important deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with college-level coursework that includes 15 computer science credits AND two (2) years or more at or above a technical or professional level in purchasing, procurement, or contract administration.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more at or above a technical or professional level in purchasing, procurement, or contract administration.
OR
Two (2) years or more of experience as an IT Contract & Procurement Analyst II for the State of Vermont, or the equivalent position in state, local, or federal government.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a role which administers government contractual arrangements centered on information technology
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.