Procurement Specialist

Overview

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, Bureau of State Training School (STS) is seeking a Procurement Specialist 2 to join our team. This is a full-time position working Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with strong opportunity for advancement, growth, and development.

The Procurement Specialist 2 is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the facility, including the annual budget, expenses, future expenses, contracts, and related activities. The primary duties include:

• Purchase supplies, equipment, and services for STS, including a large variety of standardized, expendable, and non-expendable items.
• Prepare all purchasing and payment documents for STS ensuring all purchases/payments are completed within the Code of Iowa, Iowa Administrative Code, and DAS-SAE Accounting Policy & Procedures Manual.
• Prepare and manage all contracts/contract documents, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Bids (RFB), and Requests for Quotes (RFQ) for the facility.
• Pre-audit (Level
  1) financial documents for accuracy while meeting the requirements of the State of Iowa Auditors, DAS-SAE Accounting Policy & Procedures Manual, and HHS prior to approval.
• Work closely with the State Auditor’s Office to complete the annual audit of the financial statements.
• Prepare excess facility inventory for transfer to other HHS State-Operated Specialty Care Division facilities or Gov Deals.
• Maintain a current listing of all vehicles for STS. Schedule any vehicle or equipment repairs, replacements or purchases.

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.

STS offers a holistic social, behavioral, psychiatric, academic, and vocational program that utilizes evidence-based practices to provide a secure setting, rooted in treatment, for males ages 12 to 18 years old who have been adjudicated delinquent. STS provides individualized treatment plans and offers comprehensive education with the goal of successfully transitioning young men back into the community. If you enjoy rewarding yet challenging work and helping young men find stability in their lives and security in their future, this is the right job for you.

For more STS info: hhs.iowa.gov/family-community/specialty-care-facilities/state-training-school

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
• Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.
• Free On-Campus Workout Facilities: Access to on-campus gym resources for STS staff during off-student hours.

For additional information on benefits, see the STS site or contact the program administrator.

On-campus facilities
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This location offers access to an on-campus gym with multiple facilities. Usage is free for all STS staff.

STS is located in Eldora, a community with a population of approximately 2,800 residents, located in north central Iowa. Eldora offers…