Contracting Officer I
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Administration / Clerical
Posted on April 12, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Contracting Officer I
Requisition Number
RE43745
Working Title
Department Name
3DP00:Purchasing
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
43
Salary Range
$18.99-30.38/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday – Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM., possible overtime occasionally to fill work requirements.Employee will adhere to all UK Healthcare work time schedules and requirements.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Contracting Officer will perform purchasing related functions and activities related to the procurement of goods and services for University of Kentucky Healthcare and participate in the contracting and value analysis processes. This position will interact with vendors and departments to ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to and service levels are met or exceeded.
This position is essential to UK Healthcare's operations and will follow UK Healthcare's schedule.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures. Analytical and communication skills (both oral and written).
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in purchasing management and/or inventory preferred. Experience in a medical facility also preferred.
Deadline to Apply
04/25/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Contracting Officer I
Requisition Number
RE43745
Working Title
Department Name
3DP00:Purchasing
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
43
Salary Range
$18.99-30.38/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday – Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM., possible overtime occasionally to fill work requirements.Employee will adhere to all UK Healthcare work time schedules and requirements.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Contracting Officer will perform purchasing related functions and activities related to the procurement of goods and services for University of Kentucky Healthcare and participate in the contracting and value analysis processes. This position will interact with vendors and departments to ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to and service levels are met or exceeded.
This position is essential to UK Healthcare's operations and will follow UK Healthcare's schedule.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures. Analytical and communication skills (both oral and written).
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in purchasing management and/or inventory preferred. Experience in a medical facility also preferred.
Deadline to Apply
04/25/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How many years of purchasing and/or magterials management paid work experience do you have?
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 2 years
- More than 2 years, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * Please explain your experience drafting, reviewing and/or negotiating in a procurement environment.
(Open Ended Question) - * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- Social Media Ad (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- Careerbuilder.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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