Who We Are & What We Do:

The Agency Administration department is responsible for fiscal management, grants administration and budgeting; administration of purchasing, human resources, insurance, the retirement system, records management, and office space; as well as operation of the office supply, mailroom and copy center.
Description of the Opportunity:

This position is responsible for providing customer service focused assistance with the planning, organizing, and coordination of purchasing and procurement activities across the agency. This is accomplished by following procurement and purchasing policies and procedures; developing specifications for purchasing goods and services and preparing procurement documents. This includes acquiring resources following best practices, within time constraints, and facilitating communication between the agency and its providers in order to deliver products and services according to the strategic business plan. This position will be responsible for assisting with the implementation of and supporting processes that provide timely, cost-effective, high quality contracts through cooperative and proactive procurement practices. Works under supervision, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Desired Skills:

• Reading: Advanced - Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self- study.
• Math:Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self- study.
• Writing:Intermediate - Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
• Complexity: Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents.
• Technical Skills: Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge in approaches and systems, which affect the design and implementation of major programs and/or processes Agency-wide. Independent judgment, analytical and decision-making abilities are necessary to apply skills effectively. Affects accuracy of multiple projects. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Required Education & Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience required -experience in the purchasing and procurement of goods and services in a public sector environment.
• Bachelor's degree required

FLSA: Exempt
Benefits:

• Health- We provide an outstanding package of health and life benefits for employees, with coverage availablefor their families. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as basic and optional life, long term disability,and flexible spending accounts. Our Full-Time employee health coverage is paid for 100%.
• Retirement- Full Time employees participate in the (401a) Retirement Plan offered through ICMA by payroll deduction with employer match at 12%.
• Work-Life Balance- At NCTCOG we want you to achieve a balance between your work and your home life. You'll receive vacation days, holidays, and personal days to use as you choose.
• Professional Development- We view employees as our most valuable resource and promote the professional development of each individual. At NCTCOG employees receive the support and resources to reach their full potential. Opportunities includetuition reimbursement, paid membership in professional organizations, anda wide range of training opportunities.
• Hybrid Officing- Based on performance, job duties, and business requirements, hybrid work environment, may include remote work opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.
E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.