Senior Contract Specialist (Procurement & Contract Specialist 3)

Senior Contract Specialist (Procurement & Contract Specialist 3)

Oregon Department of Administrative Services

Salem, Oregon | Hybrid Eligible

Put your procurement expertise to work for the State of Oregon.

At the Oregon Department of Administrative Services (DAS), we provide the infrastructure that allows Oregon's state agencies to operate efficiently and effectively. Our Procurement Services team plays a pivotal role in securing high-quality products and services while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.

As a Senior Contract Specialist on our construction procurement team, you will lead procurements with statewide and cross-agency impact. Your work will ensure transparency, efficiency, and value for every tax dollar spent, supporting vital public services for Oregonians. This position's primary focus will be on Public Improvement, Public Works and Architectural, Engineering, Land Surveying and Related Service Contracts.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Contract Specialist, you will :

• Manage end-to-end procurement for complex goods, services, construction, and IT projects.
• Develop and lead competitive solicitation strategies that ensure transparency, compliance, and value.
• Partner with state agencies, boards, commissions, and national procurement organizations.
• Draft, negotiate, and administer contracts and price agreements.
• Serve as a trusted partner, providing expert guidance on procurement law, best practices, and risk mitigation.
• Lead procurement teams and mentor staff to elevate procurement standards.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications :

Five years procurement and contract experience related to the position such as developing and administering standard contracts, agreements, or solicitations.

OR

A bachelor's degree and two years of professional-level procurement and contract experience related to the position.

OR

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of procurement and contract experience related to the position.

Desired Attributes :

Why Join DAS?

You'll be part of a knowledgeable and collaborative team that manages statewide procurements and price agreements for Oregon's public agencies and partners.

Our amazing benefits include :

How to Apply

Ready to join our team? Here's how to apply :

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