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PROCUREMENT & SPECIFICATIONS SPECIALIST II/III/IV (SR-18/SR-20/SR-22) [5 vacancies]
PROCUREMENT & SPECIFICATIONS SPECIALIST II/III/IV (SR-18/SR-20/SR-22) [5 vacancies]Government Jobs • Honolulu, HI, US
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PROCUREMENT & SPECIFICATIONS SPECIALIST II / III / IV (SR-18 / SR-20 / SR-22) [5 vacancies]

PROCUREMENT & SPECIFICATIONS SPECIALIST II / III / IV (SR-18 / SR-20 / SR-22) [5 vacancies]

Government Jobs • Honolulu, HI, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Procurement & Specifications Specialist

Join Honolulu's Purchasing Team and Power Public Services Through Smart Procurement!

The Department of Budget and Fiscal Services, Purchasing Division, has multiple vacancies for Procurement & Specifications Specialist, located in Honolulu. Vacancies range from advance trainee to independent journey worker. Work with various City departments to support their buying needs that impact City services to our community.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Perform procurement duties and develop specifications for goods, services, and construction within the City's centralized purchasing program.
  • At II level ($4,590 / month), handle routine procurement duties (such as reviewing bid documents, drafting contract specifications, etc.) of increasing complexity, and assist with reviewing and initially drafting purchasing documents for non-complex goods, services, and construction.
  • At III level ($4,961 / month), independently perform moderately difficult procurement duties for moderately technical and complex goods, services, and construction.
  • At IV level ($5,369 / month), independently perform the full range of procurement duties for highly technical and complex goods, services, and construction.
  • Perform other related duties as required for the role.

Career Progression :

  • Upon successful completion of probation and demonstration of satisfactory work performance and years of experience at each level, a Procurement & Specifications Specialist II / III may progress to the independent Procurement & Specifications Specialist IV level.
  • Promotional opportunities beyond the Procurement & Specifications Specialist IV may also be available, offering expanded opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
  • Salary Ranges :

  • Procurement & Specifications Specialists II : SR-18, $4,590
  • Procurement & Specifications Specialists III : SR-20, $4,961
  • Procurement & Specifications Specialists IV : SR-22, $5,369
  • Apply today! If you qualify for the position, your name may be referred to the hiring department for further consideration for the current vacancy at the job level based on an evaluation of your qualifications and experience, as well as future job openings with these job titles.

    Minimum Qualification Requirements :

  • At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
  • Education Requirement : Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in business or public administration, marketing, economics or a related field.
  • Substitution : Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.
  • Experience Requirement :
  • Level II : Six (6) months of technical experience in centralized purchasing and standards and specifications development activities.
  • Level III : One (1) year of technical experience in centralized purchasing and standards and specifications development activities.
  • Level IV : Two (2) years of professional experience in centralized purchasing and standards and specifications development activities.
  • Examination Process :

  • Education and Experience Evaluation : In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and / or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
  • Examination Weight : Education and Experience Evaluation 100%.
  • Benefits of Being a City Employee :

  • Vacation : Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
  • Sick Leave : Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
  • Holidays : 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
  • Training and Development : Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
  • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care : Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
  • Group Life Insurance : No cost for eligible employees.
  • Deferred Compensation Plan : Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
  • Retirement Plan : The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
  • Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits : Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
  • Parking : Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
  • Direct Deposit : Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program : A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit : https : / / studentaid.gov / manage-loans / forgiveness-cancellation / public-service
  • For more information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page.

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