TMD- Contract Specialist IV (Purchaser)

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107007andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionAPPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS TAM/CG AT: https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=401andJobOpeningId=107007andPostingSeq=1 APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:Applicants may submit applications through WorkIn Texas (WIT), however, applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS TAM/CG to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS TAM/CG and access your profile. Note for WorkInTexas Applicants: If you applied for a position through the WorkInTexas website and did not previously have a CAPPS applicant profile, your account will be created automatically. You will receive an email, Subject Line: Your CAPPS Careers Applicant Profile Has Been Created. Follow the instructions in the email to set your new username and password. You will manage the remainder of your application process in the CAPPS Careers website. Go to CAPPS Recruit TAM/CG Sign In Link: https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant Resumes and Job Questionnaire Your application submission MUST include answers to all the required supplemental questions to be considered complete. Your application and resume must contain job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be considered incomplete and rejected. NOTES TO THE APPLICANT: TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive ratesGenerous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidaysDefined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annuallyAdditional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expensesPotential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structuresRobust free training access through Texas Military Department's Web-Based Learning ProgramExpansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling servicesEmployee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs Military membership is not required for this position. ABOUT US:Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State and Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).Our Vision: Americas premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities a home and abroad.BRIEF POSITION SUMMARYPerforms advanced (senior -level) procurement and contracting work. Work involves purchasing commodities, equipment, and services. Plans, organizes, coordinates, and prepares Statement of Work (SOW) and Specifications. Prepares procurement and contract documents, maintains contract records of items purchased, received, prepared, and issued. This position reports to the Procurement and Contracts Services (PandCS) Manager. Works under minimal supervision with considerable considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 Hours a day, 40 hours a weekESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESOversees the purchasing and contracting for goods and services.Reviews and oversees requisition evaluations to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable rules and requirements prior to processing a solicitation.Monitors legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to purchasing or contracting.Determines most applicable and cost-effective procurement method for obtaining goods and services.Expedites Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) requisitions as required and research vendors for products and services.Works with the program requestors and agency staff to coordinate or resolve procurement and contract issues.Reviews and processes assigned requisitions.Prepares Invitations for Bid (IFB), Requests for Offers (RFO), and Requests for Proposals (RFP).Recommends annual contract awards and awards contracts.Provides repository for requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, and related files.Provides data for Texas Industries for the Blind and Handicapped (TIBH) exception reporting.Conducts vendor research for products and services and monitors contracts for vendor performance.Responds to phone and email requests from requesters and staff related to processing status of requisitions, purchase orders and delivery of goods/services.Interacts with requesters concerning