Compliance Officer

Description of Work THIS POSTING IS FOR TWO POSITIONS: 60013860 & 60013883 MAX SALARY FOR BOTH POSITIONS IS $69,680 Compliance Officer (Contract Specialist II) NC Department of Administration Division of Purchase & Contract Recruitment Range: $56,906 - $69,680 NC17 This position is located in: Raleigh, NC 27603 *Telework/Hybrid Opportunities may be Available* Employment Incentives with NC State Government We value our employees and offer a variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits including: 12 annual paid holidays Health Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision.
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**Find tips on How to Apply and learn more about our agency here: Join Our Team | NC DOA ** Come Join Our Team! The North Carolina Department of Administration (NCDOA) Division of Purchase & Contract is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and skilled team member responsible for independently conducting compliance reviews as directed by the Risk/Compliance Manager.
This position ensures state agencies, community colleges, universities, and other entities as appropriate, comply with statutory requirements and internal procedures.
Key Responsibilities: On-site review and analysis of procurement records Preparation of compliance review reports Presentation of report results to agency management Recommendations regarding the degree of agency delegation of purchasing authority Modification to the compliance review process.
Collaborating with procurement professionals at all levels on emerging procurement issues that directly impact the Division, its customers and vendors Assisting with development and independently delivering formal training to Agency procurement professionals Division/ Department Overview The Department of Administration serves as the business manager for North Carolina state government and provides leadership to state government agencies for the effective, efficient, economical and equitable delivery of services to the public.
The department also provides assistance and services to several advocacy programs that serve diverse segments of the state’s population that have traditionally been underserved.
The agency’s mission directs departmental efforts to: acquire, develop and maintain properties and facilities; create and operate an efficient system to purchase and dispose of goods and services to meet the needs of government agencies; provide excellent operational services to state employees; achieve fair and equitable opportunities and representation for various segments of the population that have special needs; and to provide administrative support to independent state government agencies.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION THAT CLEARLY REFLECTS WORK EXPERIENCE THAT DEMONSTRATES ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: NOTE: "See Resume" is not acceptable to show work history.
Thorough knowledge of procurement and large-scale purchasing procedures and regulations of the State of North Carolina Experience analyzing large data sets and drawing appropriate conclusions.
Experienced with Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, and PowerBI Experience in the use and functionality of procurement software.
Process analysis and teaming skills to improve or develop processes and procedures based upon changes in laws, rules, operational changes, or industry best practices.
MANAGEMENT PREFERENCE: Four years of progressively responsible experience in the area of procurement specifically related to strategic sourcing, including experience with vendor management, solicitation, evaluation and negotiation of contracts.
NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS: Completion of the North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire into the position Well-developed interpersonal, communication, organizational and computer skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to handle assignments that are complex in nature using a methodical and logical approach.
Problem-solving skills to interpret compliance and communication skills to prepare written findings and to report findings to management.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.
” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
See oshr.
nc.
gov/experience-guide for details.
Bachelor's degree in business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive procurement or contract administration experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements Completion of the North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire into the position.
Supplemental and Contact Information ** PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THIS WEBSITE ** All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the new NEOGOV Online Job Application System (https://www.
oshr.
nc.
gov/jobs/) for the State of North Carolina.
To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form.
Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit.
Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resumes on application form) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit.
Please make sure you complete the application in full.
"See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted, but not used in screening for qualifying credit.
Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form 4) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain veterans preference.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone.
To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status".
It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.
If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.
If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the DOA Human Resources Office.
CONTACT INFORMATION NC Department of Administration Human Resources Management Office Attn: Human Resources Specialist 116 W.
Jones Street Raleigh, NC 27699-1322 Phone: 984-236-0040