General Services Specialist (Procurement)

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: 830 MoDOT Drive, Jefferson City MO

Why you’ll love this position:

The general services specialist performs routine entry-level activities in the areas of facilities management, fleet management, procurement, and other general services programs and policies. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

• Provides support in contracting and bidding processes, which may include specification development, bid requests, bid openings, bonding, change orders and purchases.
• Retains supporting documentation to solicitation creation and award in an accessible, organized, and accurate format.
• Provides training and support to MoDOT Districts and Divisions.
• Provides support for and monitors federal, state, and local regulations and commission decisions, contracts, and agreements to determine impact on procedures and record keeping practices; and advises and assists MoDOT Central Office and district operations in identifying acceptable business practices.
• Provides support in identifying and reporting of outcome measures, best practices and projected costs/savings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration, Facilities Management, Public Purchasing/Procurement, Real Estate, or related field, OR
• Four years of experience in fleet management, facilities management, procurement, accounting, auditing, business analysis or review.

Special Working Conditions:

• Work requires occasional, statewide, overnight, travel.

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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