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JOB OBJECTIVE: Perform complex (journey-level) purchasing and procurement work for the Administration Division at the Texas Historical Commission (THC). Work involves purchasing and procuring commodities, equipment, and services by guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. Work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Process requisitions and order merchandise, supplies, and equipment, including initiating and approving emergency purchases by using, interpreting, and monitoring guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. Process procurement card (ProCard) purchases. Prepare and review bids and orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications. Review and tabulate bids and orders to determine the lowest or best bids for the best value purchase. Coordinate, review, and distribute bid invitations to vendors. Monitor legal and regulatory requirements for purchasing. Monitor and track contractors performance. Resolve procurement issues and participate in and assist in dispute resolution processes. Oversee receiving, storing, and issuing of items purchased. Maintain requisitions and purchase voucher logs. Prepare or assist with the preparation of required purchasing reports. Maintain vendor files and contracts. Assist agency staff in understanding and following the purchasing process. Adhere to an established work schedule with regular attendance. Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements. NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: (The application must specifically state how each of the following qualifications are met): Graduation from a four-year college or university (one year of relevant work experience related to the essential duties may substitute for one year of college); Work experience in the procurement of goods and services in a governmental agency; Certified Texas Procurement Manager (CTPM) or Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD). Valid drivers license, acceptable driving record, and ability to drive a state vehicle; and Required to travel up to 10% of the work period. PREFER: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and/or Work experience in the procurement of goods and services at a Texas state agency in the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS). Work experience processing procurement card (ProCard) purchases. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of purchasing and procurement methods and procedures; of contracting regulations; of negotiating contacts; of developing contracts; of state procurement and contracting principles and practices; of assigned commodities and products on the open market; of supply sources; of the principles of business administration and accounting; of reporting procedures; and laws of controlling state purchasing and contracting operations; Effective verbal and written communication, human relations, and organizational skills; Effective critical thinking skills; Skill in operating a personal computer with word processing, access databases, and Excel spreadsheet software; Ability to provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers; Ability to evaluate contracts and recommend future status; to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations; to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements; to negotiate features of a contract; and experience with contract databases; Ability to evaluate bids, develop methods and procedures for locating supply sources, maintain a system of record kee ing, and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and suppliers; Ability to train others; Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions; Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail; Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment; Ability to plan, organize, and work independently, as well as within a team environment; Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, OR LICENSURE:Must have or obtain a valid Drivers License and Defensive Driving Course to be able to operate state vehicles; Certified Texas Procurement Manager (CTPM) or Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD). ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings, weekends, and overnight, as needed. Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking, standing, pulling and pushing, kneeling, stooping, and bending, performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination, and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Position requires regular, in-office presence, but the agency telework policy may permit future approval of up to three days per week of remote work, subject to job and performance requirements. MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:All CAPPS Recruit job postings extend priority of service to veterans, a surviving spouse, orphan of a veteran who was killed while on active duty, spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on active duty, or spouse of a veteran with a disability if the spouse is the primary income for the household. Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment. REMARKS (Application procedures, Special requirements): State of Texas application must be submitted through the CAPPS website. Only applicants interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection. Resumes will NOT be accepted in place of a completed application. The Texas Historical Commission is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (gender, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, military status, genetic information, or protected activity in recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities which it sponsors. As part of the employment process, THC will conduct a driving and criminal background check. Unsatisfactory information relevant to the position may disqualify the applicant from employment. Disability access for testing and interview accommodations can be provided upon reasonable notice by contacting Human Resources at 512-305-6729. THC participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PropertyMan