Contract Specialist II

Agency Dept of Public Instruction Division Financial and Business Services Job Classification Title Contract Specialist II (NS) Position Number 60010093 Grade NC17The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) is charged with implementing the state's public school laws for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade public schools at the direction of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and State Board of Education. Description of Work JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE : Contract Specialist II POSITION NUMBER : 60010093 DEPARTMENT : Dept. of Public Instruction DIVISION / SECTION : Agency Financial Services SALARY GRADE NC17 RECRUITMENT RANGE : $58,613 - $86,059 APPOINTMENT TYPE : Permanent Full-Time WORK LOCATION : 301 N. Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27601 Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our Agency Financial Services Purchasing and Contracts Section as a Contract Specialist II. This is an excellent opportunity to join a talented team of procurement professionals who enjoy working with agency leadership and program managers to facilitate the timely purchase of goods and services.The Division of Financial Services performs all state-level financial planning, reporting, budgeting and accounting services for the Department of Public Instruction. It performs program analyses and internal services and monitoring for the Department and is responsible for supporting the financial and personnel systems. There are six primary work groups in this division – Budget Management, Accounting Controls and Reporting, Cash Management, Accounts Payable, Grants, and Purchasing and Contract Services. The Procurement Department is responsible for procuring all goods and services for the agency.The Contract Specialist is responsible for full lifecycle procurement contract management (cradle to grave") on behalf of the agency. The position holds large scale purchasing responsibilities for the Department of Public Instruction, to include preparing specifications, requests for proposals, and invitations for bids. The contract specialist helps to draft and manage contracts and may conduct negotiations as needed for a range of solicitations and agreements. The position manages outstanding contracts to ensure satisfactory progress, compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract, and early identification of problems that may threaten contractor performance.The position manages the department's contract database, ensuring all contracts have been cataloged and maintained within the system. The position also monitors existing contracts to track monthly contract status and notifies individuals of pending expirations. The position reports to the Procurement Manager and may supervise other procurement staff. About the Purchasing and Contracts Section : The Purchasing and Contracts Section provides responsive, transparent, and effective purchasing and contract services to the agency's senior leadership and program managers in compliance with state and federal requirements. By applying their technical purchasing and contract expertise, the staff facilitates the timely procurement of needed goods and services on behalf of the agency. Note : To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the State of North Carolina application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. NC DPI welcomes attached or incorporated resumes, cover letters and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure the application is completed in full. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. EEO Statement : The State of North Carolina and the Department of Public Instruction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

• MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES :
• Experience working with E-Procurement and the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS).
• Experience with personal computers and various software packages (i.e. Microsoft Applications : Word / Excel / PowerPoint).
• Experience utilizing an automated, electronic procurement system. Necessary Requirements :
• Valid NC Driver's License. Out of State Applicants must have a valid Driver's License and acquire NC Driver's License within 60 days of hire.
• Completion of the North Carolina Contract Manager Certification within one (1) year of hire. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor's degree in business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive procurement or contract administration experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Requirements Completion of the North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire into the position. Supplemental Information : All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the Workday Online Job Application System ( for the State of North Carolina.Any applications not received by the advertisement closing date and time will not be accepted outside of the portal. To receive credit for work history and credentials, the applicant must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. NC DPI welcomes attached or incorporated resumes, cover letters and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening for qualifying credit.Please make sure the application is completed in full. If you put "See Resume" or "See Attachment" on your application instead of a completed application with detailed work duties, your application will NOT be accepted. Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted but not used in screening for qualifying credit. Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form 4 or Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain Veteran's preference. Reference checks will be performed on all selected candidates. If the position requires a background check and / or drug screening that will also be performed on all selected candidates. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
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