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Do you enjoy learning new things? Are you versatile, ready to work in a fast-paced environment and want to support the Ohio National Guard as an employee with the State of Ohio ? We have a great opportunity for you at the Adjutant General’s Department!
What You’ll Do:
Under general supervision of the Project Manager 2, reviews & analyzes proposed Architect and Engineering (A/E), Construction Management (CM) and personal service contracts & amendments to insure accuracy & for adherence to agency, state, federal statutes, regulations, rules, policies and/or procedures; responds to inquiries from contractors, A/E’s, construction managers and project coordinators; provides direction in completing required forms & documents, makes recommendations & negotiates necessary changes & adjustments, processes construction schedule of values, subcontractor & material supplier declaration; coordinates & consults with participating offices (i.e., Planning & Programming, Facility Management, Design & Project Management) and other entities and prepares legally binding contracts for approval. Receives & opens formal bids & proposals in accordance with established procedures. Compiles information for and prepares requests for Controlling Board review & approval. Enters purchasing information into OhioBuys, OAKS-CI, Bid Express, and OAKS-FIN; processes invoices & change orders, maintains budgetary controls (e.g., increase/decrease amounts specified in contract or purchase order). Processes liability insurance certificate updates, organizes & maintains various documents for projects, handles problems/issues arising during project life cycle & follow-up on issues and concerns.
Provides technical assistance in OhioBuys solicitations, and preparation of newspaper advertisement for competitively bid projects, bidders list, bid tabulation, notice to proceed and contract encumbrance; assists in review of state & federal laws, regulations & policies affecting construction contracting; Provides mandatory use & compliance review (e.g. MBE/EDGE, OPI, OOD, CRP, OSS); Travels to attend and facilitate public pre-bid and bid opening meetings.
Provides program monitoring to ensure compliance by contractors in the submission of required documentation (i.e., wage rates, EEO certification, workers compensation certificate, schedules, bid bonds, required insurance, prevailing wage and EDGE requirements) included in sealed competitive bids and pay requests.
Assists in the development & maintaining of construction contract tracking for reporting, amendments, cancellations, extensions, pay requests, and any other entity associated with on-going contracts; performs other duties as assigned
What’s in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the availableOhio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Premiums are free after completed eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave; 11 paid holidays per year ; Childbirth/Adoption leave and more!
Employee Development Funds
The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Qualifications
The following are the minimum qualifications for this position. For further consideration, applicants must clearly identify how qualifications are met within the education and/or experience sections of the applications. The ideal candidate, at minimum, must meet one of the following options.
Option 1
- Completion of associate core program in public or business administration, purchasing/procurement, materials management, contracting, acquisition management, logistics, strategic procurement, purchasing management, supply chain management or other sourcing related field.
OR
Option 2
- At least 18 months experience in purchasing/procurement/sourcing.
OR
Option 3
- At least 6 mos. exp. as Sourcing Associate, 64511.
OR
Option 4
- The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Additional Information
Unless required by legislation or union contract, external candidates can expect starting salary to be set at the lowest rate of the salary range with gradual increases during and/or after completing probation and following successful annual performance review periods, for applicable positions.
Travel is required, as needed. Must provide own transportation. Or, to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license from state of residence.
Ohio is a disability inclusive state and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. W e are committed to providing access , inclusi ve environments and reasonable accommodation s with our services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Need to request an accommodation? Please contact Ms. Caroline Anderson, Human Capital Management Senior Analyst at (614) 336-7088 (O) – (614) 307-7277 (Cell) and/or TTY, or email Caroline.D.Anderson3.nfg@army.mil no later than a minimum of 14 days of your scheduled appointment .