Title: Senior Contract Administrator (00020)

State Role Title: Procurement Officer III

Hiring Range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Human Resource Mgt

Location: Dept of Human Resource Mgmt

Agency Website: www.dhrm.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM) is dedicated to providing programs and services to attract, develop and retain a state workforce focused on meeting the demands of today and the possibilities of tomorrow. Working for Virginia state government means working with others who care about making a difference in our communities. It is about making Virginia the best place for business, the best place to visit, and the best place to live and work. DHRM’s Finance and Administration office is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Senior Contract Administrator. This position will be responsible for drafting, reviewing negotiating and contract management of all DHRM contracts; ensuring that these contracts are in accordance with Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) policies; providing procurement consulting and expertise to all office areas within DHRM; assisting in the small purchase procurement of goods and supplies under $100,000; assisting as a Program Administrator for the Purchase Card Programs; monitoring the acquisition of IT assets, leased and capital asset and serving as or supporting the agency designated SWAM designee.

Minimum Qualifications

Extensive experience writing and evaluating proposals with successful experience in contract negotiation and administration; Comprehensive knowledge of the Virginia Public Procurement Act, APSPM, and CAPP; Demonstrated ability to write Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitation for Bids (IFBs) for service contract procurements; Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Demonstrated ability to evaluate proposals and negotiate contract terms; Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills in contract management; Demonstrated ability to plan and manage projects with excellent organization skills. High school graduate or equivalent.

Additional Considerations

Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO); Virginia Contract Administration and Risk Management (VCA-RM) certification; Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB). Experience in Commonwealth of VA procurement.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (804) 371-7401. Please include your name and the position number on the fax cover sheet. Also, completion of a Statement of Economic Interest at the time of employment and annually is required thereafter. This position may be eligible for telework opportunities. AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call 804-225-2131 for assistance.

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks requested by the hiring authority.

“The Department of Human Resource Management is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.”

Equal Opportunity Employer

Department of Human Resource Management
101 North 14th Street, 12th Floor
Richmond, Virginia 23219

Contact Information

Name: Derek Mountford

Phone: 804-225-2729

Email: derek.mountford@dhrm.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.