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Purchasing and Property Management Officer

South Dakota State Government, Pierre, SD, United States


About the Position
The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation is hiring a

Purchasing and Property Management Officer

to join their Pierre, SD team. The Administrative Services division seeks a customer-oriented individual to serve as the Department’s Purchasing and Property Management Officer. This position reviews and approves all purchasing requests in the Department to ensure compliance with South Dakota purchasing statutes and Department policies. The officer also works with the Director and staff at each Department location on facility needs and reviews, procuring services for the facility and ensuring vendors properly perform the services of the contract.

This position is located in Pierre, South Dakota, and will not be a remote work position.

Key Responsibilities
• Review and approve purchasing requests to ensure proper procurement statutes and policies are followed.

• Work with department leadership and site staff on facility needs and reviews.

• Procure services for facilities and monitor vendor performance.

• Evaluate purchase requests for necessity and allowable cost.

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with vendors and staff both within and outside of DLR.

• Communicate with landlords on property issues, ensuring lease compliance and negotiate lease terms.

• Work independently with minimal supervision while handling multiple tasks.

Ideal Candidate
At least 2 years of purchasing experience with a government organization, or at least 2 years of State of SD accounting experience.

Knowledge of

South Dakota purchasing and procurement policies

Microsoft Excel formulas and formatting

Modern office methods, equipment, and practices

Skill to

Determine percentages and apply to dollar amounts to allocate an item’s cost to various fund sources

Navigate and utilize multiple computer applications to complete tasks

Draft and read contracts and ensure vendors meet contract requirements

Utilize virtual video software (Microsoft Teams)

Remain organized when given multiple tasks or items needing completion in a day

Additional Requirements
To be considered, please attach your resume.

Veterans' Preference
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

Work Visa
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota will use E-Verify upon hire.

Benefits
The State of South Dakota offers a comprehensive benefits package: 4 medical plan choices, 15 days paid vacation, 14 days paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, paid family leave, 6% retirement plan match, well-being program, and more. The position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Application Instructions
Must apply online:

https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=3EJ .

Emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

Contact
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources

Telephone: 605.773.3148

Email:

careers@state.sd.us

'An Equal Opportunity Employer'

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