Position Title: Procurement Compliance Specialist
Classification: Compliance Specialist 1
Salary: $3,546.00 - $5,396.00
We are seeking a Procurement Compliance Specialist (Compliance Specialist 1) to join our Child Nutrition Program at the Oregon Department of Education. This is a limited duration position expected to end June 30, 2024. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union.
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Internal State of Oregon Candidates: This position is eligible for a job rotation. Applicants who are applying for the job rotation must receive and attach their supervisor's authorization to apply. Applications who are applying for the job rotation without approval will be rejected.
This is a hybrid role that is required to report to the office when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities. Remote work is embraced to the fullest extent possible without interfering with business.
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About us:
The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.
The team with the Child Nutrition Program brings an abundance of open communication, positivity, and warmth to a highly collaborative and goal-oriented work environment. All opportunities, challenges, and ideas are met with respect and an open mind. This unit prides itself on supporting one another and maintaining a seamless flow of communication. All programs are served passionately and efficiently, placing partner experience and working collaboratively with the community as a top priority.
What you will do!
The primary purpose of this position is to ensure sponsoring organizations of USDA Child Nutrition Programs understand and follow applicable procurement regulations.
As the Procurement Compliance Specialist you will:
Conduct procurement reviews for Child Nutrition Program Sponsors that participate in one of more of the following programs: National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program, Summer Food Service Program.
Determine compliance with federal procurement regulations, provide technical assistance to improve compliance, and assign appropriate corrective actions when necessary.
Provide internal training on procurement policies and procedures. Act as a resource to CNP staff on CNP procurement requirements.
Coordinate with the Compliance Specialist 3 to ensure USDA and Oregon oversight requirements are met.
Support procurement reviews for all ODE Child Nutrition Programs.
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What you need to qualify:
Two years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action, or decide eligibility or compliance with program guidelines and regulations.
Note: college-level course work may substitute for the experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year of experience
Desired Attributes (what we are looking for):
Candidates who are the most competitive will possess a compelling combination of the following background, skills, and experience:
Ability to balance multiple deadlines and competing responsibilities.
Ability to establish effective relationships with a variety of partners and community groups representing diverse perspectives and lived experiences
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional organization, detail-focus, and proactive initiative.
Experience performing technical and support functions requiring successful communication, decision making and problem resolution.
Experience coordinating diverse activities to ensure completion of projects, tasks, and assignments.
Experience working within Excel including the ability to set up formatted worksheets, sort data, create formulas, charts, graphs, pivot tables, and links between files.
Familiarity with federal and state regulations and laws is preferred.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.
Why us?
At ODE, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also being offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners, and school leaders. Our team members share and educate with passion for equitable practices and sustainable development for leaders across Oregon. We maintain a constant learning and growing mentality to strive for optimum innovation and consistently applied equity practices.
Our amazing benefits include:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost
Paid days off –
11 paid holidays per year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.
Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance!
If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!
To apply:
Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
Upload a resume and cover letter.
Failure to attach a resume and cover letter will result in the disqualification of your application.
In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.
Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/CV. View this video for help.
Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this job aid for help.
Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions on the application process.
