Procurement Director / Procurement Officer - 175239
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Richland, SC 29675
Description:
Salary: $101,417.00 - $104,235.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 175239
Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles
Division: Procurement
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 4/17/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AC50
Position Number:: 60031402
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $101,417.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $104,235.00
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. All applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2025. A resume may be included but will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of an incomplete application. Follow the status of your application on-line. You will be notified of scheduled interviews and also the final disposition of the job. If you are having technical difficulties submitting your application on-line and need assistance, please contact 1-855-524-5627.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Are you passionate about negotiating contracts, planning, and managing multiple projects? Are you seeking a rewarding career in an organization that is committed to quality while providing flexibility for a work life balance? If you possess the qualifications and experience, then this can be the opportunity you have been looking for.
This position is located is in the Administration/Procurement Office located at SCDMV Headquarters, Blythewood, SC.
Responsibilities of the Procurement Officer
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Additional Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Agency Preferred
Additional Comments
What's in it for you?
At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles offers an exceptional benefits package for full time employees (FTE) employees.
Additional Comments
The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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It is very important that you update your answers to both the Agency-Wide and Supplemental Questions each time you actually apply for a position. By your responses, you affirm, agree and understand that all answers are true and accurate. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission of information or data may result in exclusion from further consideration or, if hired, termination of employment. I acknowledge by responding with a "yes" that I understand this statement.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contract management? An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted with prior approval.
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If the answer to the above question is "Yes", please detail your education and explain your experience including employer, employment dates, job responsibilities/description, reporting supervisor, reason for leaving, etc.
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If you answered "No" to the above question, please describe how your education and experience are relevant to this position and meet the requirements of this job.
05
This position is located in the Blythewood area. If hired, are you prepared to commute there daily for the position?
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This position has a salary of $101,417.00 and is nonnegotiable. Will you accept this salary if offered this position?
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Do you have a valid driver's license? If yes, please provide the license number and the state in which the license was issued. (Example DL#987654321 / State Issued: Georgia)
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Please print your name exactly as it appears on your Social Security Card.
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Do you have experience in procurement and contract management?
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If the answer to the above question is "Yes", please describe your experience.
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What experience do you have with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code?
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What experience do you have with the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS)? Describe the roles you have performed within SCEIS.
13
What experience do you have with the SC State Government Purchasing Card Program? Describe what roles you have experience with.
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Are you currently a SCDMV employee?
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Have you worked previously for the DMV or another State Agency?
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If the answer to question #14 or #15 is "yes", please include what agency, what state, what facility, what department, address/location, current/former reporting manager, dates of employment, job title, job responsibilities/duties, reason for leaving. (If No, put N/A)
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Do you wish to claim Veteran Preference? If yes, you must submit a copy of your DD Form 214 (Member Page 4 or Service Copy 2) with your job application in order to qualify and claim this preference.
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 175239
Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles
Division: Procurement
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 4/17/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AC50
Position Number:: 60031402
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $101,417.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $104,235.00
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. All applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2025. A resume may be included but will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of an incomplete application. Follow the status of your application on-line. You will be notified of scheduled interviews and also the final disposition of the job. If you are having technical difficulties submitting your application on-line and need assistance, please contact 1-855-524-5627.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Are you passionate about negotiating contracts, planning, and managing multiple projects? Are you seeking a rewarding career in an organization that is committed to quality while providing flexibility for a work life balance? If you possess the qualifications and experience, then this can be the opportunity you have been looking for.
This position is located is in the Administration/Procurement Office located at SCDMV Headquarters, Blythewood, SC.
Responsibilities of the Procurement Officer
- Directs the activities of the procurement staff in the solicitation, award, execution and management of all procurements for the agency in compliance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Develops and directs a comprehensive contracts management function within the agency. Responsible for assisting agency personnel in the development, execution and management of all contracts. This program will consist of contracts entered into by the agency with vendors for goods and services with input on contracts entered into with customers for the sale of information. Responsible for the remedy of all contract violations with the guidance of General Counsel.
- Manages the agency's real property leases in compliance with all laws and regulations, Real Property Management guidelines and acceptable business practices. Assists agency personnel in developing space needs and specifications. Resolves conflicts/issues with landlords.
- Directs the operations of the SCDMV Warehouse including inventory management, shipping and receiving, surplus property processing and disbursal, records management and retention.
- Oversees agency Minority Business Enterprise program to ensure that efforts are made to procure goods and services from qualified minority businesses in achieving the agency's MBE Utilization Plan goals. Responsible for ensuring that all quarterly and annual reports are completed and submitted on behalf of the agency.
- Ensures that all required reporting of trade-ins, sole source and emergency procurements and MBE purchases are completed.
- Responsible for hiring, training and evaluating procurement staff in accordance with agency policies. Other duties as assigned by manager.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- A bachelor's degree and procurement experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted with prior approval.
- A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contract management.
- Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing.
Additional Requirements
- Extensive knowledge of procurement and contract management principles and practices.
- Thorough knowledge of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code, South Carolina contract laws and regulations and lease property procedures and regulations.
- Ability to supervise procurement specialists.
- Excellent ability to communicate both orally and written with management and staff personnel.
- Under limited supervision, manages a staff of procurement specialists.
- Position requires an experienced professional with high standards of conduct and ethics; must be willing to work in a team atmosphere.
- Must be able to sit, stand, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- May be required to work outside the extended hours outside of the normal scheduled work week.
Preferred Qualifications
Agency Preferred
- At least five (5) years of progressive experience in procurement and contract management and professional procurement certification.
Additional Comments
What's in it for you?
At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles offers an exceptional benefits package for full time employees (FTE) employees.
- Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees)
- An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to the employee or members of their household
Additional Comments
The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
It is very important that you update your answers to both the Agency-Wide and Supplemental Questions each time you actually apply for a position. By your responses, you affirm, agree and understand that all answers are true and accurate. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission of information or data may result in exclusion from further consideration or, if hired, termination of employment. I acknowledge by responding with a "yes" that I understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contract management? An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted with prior approval.
- Yes
- No
03
If the answer to the above question is "Yes", please detail your education and explain your experience including employer, employment dates, job responsibilities/description, reporting supervisor, reason for leaving, etc.
04
If you answered "No" to the above question, please describe how your education and experience are relevant to this position and meet the requirements of this job.
05
This position is located in the Blythewood area. If hired, are you prepared to commute there daily for the position?
- Yes
- No
06
This position has a salary of $101,417.00 and is nonnegotiable. Will you accept this salary if offered this position?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have a valid driver's license? If yes, please provide the license number and the state in which the license was issued. (Example DL#987654321 / State Issued: Georgia)
08
Please print your name exactly as it appears on your Social Security Card.
09
Do you have experience in procurement and contract management?
- Yes
- No
10
If the answer to the above question is "Yes", please describe your experience.
11
What experience do you have with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code?
12
What experience do you have with the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS)? Describe the roles you have performed within SCEIS.
13
What experience do you have with the SC State Government Purchasing Card Program? Describe what roles you have experience with.
14
Are you currently a SCDMV employee?
- Yes
- No
15
Have you worked previously for the DMV or another State Agency?
- Yes, DMV
- Yes, another state agency
- No
16
If the answer to question #14 or #15 is "yes", please include what agency, what state, what facility, what department, address/location, current/former reporting manager, dates of employment, job title, job responsibilities/duties, reason for leaving. (If No, put N/A)
17
Do you wish to claim Veteran Preference? If yes, you must submit a copy of your DD Form 214 (Member Page 4 or Service Copy 2) with your job application in order to qualify and claim this preference.
- Yes
- No
Required Question