Procurement & Contract Specialist (Procurement & Contract Specialist 2)

Procurement & Contract Specialist (Procurement & Contract Specialist 2)

Business Oregon, the state's economic development agency, is currently hiring a Procurement & Contract Specialist (Procurement & Contract Specialist 2). This position provides consultation and contract services to department staff in the development of contracts with federal, state and local government, non-profits and private organizations.

Note : We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance and flexibility. This is a hybrid position that may have the ability to work from home, with the expectation of twice monthly in-office days and occasional in-office presence as needed to support business operations.

What you will do :

• Provide consultation and contract planning services to department staff in the development of intergovernmental agreements, grants, loans, goods, and services contracts.
• Prepare and coordinate Requests for Proposals, Requests for Information, Invitation to Bid, Requests for Quote, or Contracts for the procurement of goods and services.
• Advises managers and staff on procedures for developing contracts.
• Evaluates contracts for potential performance risk, including bid terms and conditions.
• Approve contractor or vendor invoices for payment.
• Prepare contract drafts and provide technical information and direct assistance to staff in developing project descriptions, budgets and contractual provisions.
• Coordinate, organize and participate in meetings that develop technical and contractual requirements.
• Prepare statistical reports and correspondence.
• Explain and advise staff on state contract and procurement laws, rules, regulations, operating policies, procedures, and ethics.
• Act as point of contact with Assistant Attorney General to discuss contract and legal issues related to specific contracts and agreements.

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of some or all the following skills :

Please note : if you are interested in applying for this position, you must attach your current cover letter and resume to your application. Failure to submit the required resume and cover letter will remove your application from consideration.

What you need to qualify : Four years' procurement and contract experience related to the position. Two of the four years must have been at the professional level such as developing and administering standard contracts, agreements, or solicitations.

OR

A bachelor's degree and one year of professional-level procurement and contract experience related to the position.

OR

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to four years of procurement and contract experience related to the position.

Business Oregon strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

How to Apply : Applications must be submitted no later than 11 : 59 PM PST on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

What's in it for you :

Additional Information :

Need help? We invite you to contact the recruiter for application questions or job-specific questions.