Procurement Specialist III

Salary$58k – $101k

LocationWake County, NC

Work modehybrid

Typefull-time

SenioritySenior

Experience3+ yrs

DepartmentProcurement and Logistics

Company size10,000+ people

PostedOct 9, 2026 · 3d ago

Verified live31m ago

At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.

Three years of procurement experience

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution

Completion of the North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire

Working knowledge and understanding of large-scale purchasing methods and procedures

Current North Carolina State Government or UNC System employee or eligible RIF candidate

PREA background check

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Retirement

Teleworking

Agency

Safety

Division

70000075 Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title

Procurement Specialist III (NS)

Position Number

60056404

Grade

NC16

About Us

The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work

About the role

Are you a current state employee seeking a meaningful, rewarding, and challenging career in Purchasing and Logistics? If so, continue reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.

This is an INTERNAL POSTING open ONLY to current North Carolina State Government and UNC System employees and eligible RIF candidates.  Temporary employees are also eligible to apply.

This is a repost. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.

This position will be responsible for large-scale procurements. The work involves responsibility for processing requisitions, purchase orders, and competitive bids for general and specialized commodity areas, such as equipment, materials, supplies, and services.

Job responsibilities include, but may not be limited, to the following:

• Drafting Request for Quotes, Request for Proposals, Invitation for Bids, purchasing from State Term Contracts, and Agency-Specific Contracts.

• Analyzing specification development on an as-needed basis, draft and negotiate procurements, bid evaluations, and administer legally binding mission-critical procurements.

• Extensive knowledge of contracts, procurement procedures, and regulations of the State of North Carolina.

• Demonstrated experience to develop procurement strategies and exhibit strategic thinking capability.

• Communication with end users and vendors for project development, procurement planning, and scheduling procurement activities.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Departmental personnel, vendors, other State Agencies, and the general public.

• Ability to apply and interpret established rules and regulations.

• Ability to communicate in verbal and written form.

The primary purpose of the Department of Public Safety is the efficient and effective Administration of the Department of Public Safety Budgetary Management, Financial Management, Procurement, and other services, consistent with the N.C. General Statutes, State Budget Fiscal Policies and Procedures, State Purchasing and Contract Administrative Code, DPS Fiscal Policies and Procedures, and Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles and Practices. The purpose of the organizational unit of Purchasing and Logistics is to provide Comprehensive procurement of goods and/or services to the entire Department of Public Safety in six primary functional areas: Purchasing of Goods and Services; Real Property Lease and Acquisitions; Fleet Management; Auxiliary Support Services / Law Enforcement Support Services (LESS) Office; and DNA Evidence Collection of Anonymous Sexual Assault Kits. The Fleet Management Section is responsible for over 800 vehicles, including those rented from Motor Fleet Management and those owned by the Department. This section is responsible for scheduling repairs, fuel, and vehicle replacements for the various Divisions within DPS.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Benefits

Salary Recruitment Range: $57,983.00 - $101,470.00

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday (8AM – 5PM). We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.

Hiring process

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.

Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.

Management Preferences

· Working knowledge and understanding of large-scale purchasing methods and procedures.

Legal

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the “National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.” PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Transcripts

· Attaching transcripts is optional; however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.

· Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.

· International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting.  Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members.

Military Experience

· Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.

· Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:   A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).  A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Workday account to check the status of your application. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification when the position is filled.

For more information about the application process, please visit State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions. For technical issues related to your Workday applications, please place a support ticket. For basic information regarding employment with North Carolina State Government, please call (984) 236-0800. If there are any questions about this specific vacancy other than your application status, please contact [email protected].

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Minimum Education and Experience

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution, three years of procurement 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.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Katrina Akins

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]

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