PTAC Procurement Specialist (Akron)

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN AKRON OHIO. EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTINUED FUNDING FROM THE GRANT PROVIDER. 

The PTAC Procurement Specialist will deliver quality, cost- effective and expeditious counseling to OU PTAC clients related to obtaining government contracts in specified counties in each service area. Qualified applicants must demonstrate the ability to provide general counseling on business development; ability to create professional relationships with government program managers, contracting officers and prime contractors; working knowledge of best business practices on performing government contracts; and pragmatic knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations as well as State of Ohio and local procurement regulations and practices.
 
Duties include client counseling on government procurement related topics; providing in-depth counseling; assessing a client’s requirements and capabilities; providing in-depth counseling to include program suitability, registrations, certifications, research, marketing, proposal preparation, interpretation of policies, preparing for audits, contract performance issues and client referrals to appropriate resources; effectively operating the assigned PTAC office; working closely with the PTAC Director and/or network colleagues to facilitate the smooth operation of the program; maintaining documentation of client counseling and training events; retaining appropriate files while preserving a functioning office space; fostering the PTAC program growth through building relationships externally with partnering organizations and key stakeholders; and promoting the PTAC program through presentations and training events.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in any field AND at least three (3) years of procurement related work experience. Candidates with no bachelor’s degree but with 5 years or more experience in a procurement related field or with PTAC experience will also be considered.

Valid Driver’s license. Ability to travel, some evenings and weekends may be required. Reliable home internet service in case of need to work remotely.

For more information & for full consideration, please apply at:    https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/41267