Director of Procurement and Contracts

Posting Details Position Title Director of Procurement and Contracts Posting Number 2024058EP Position Information Classification Title Dir-Procurement & Contracts Working Title Director of Procurement and Contracts Classification Code 1807 RCW Exemption Criteria 16 - Principal Assistant EWU Position Number E99465 CUPA Code FLSA Exempt - Administrative Bargaining Unit % Full Time 100 Salary / Wage Range AE - 114 Salary Information $85,793 $120,110.

Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience and skills. Anticipated Start Date As soon as possible Term of Appointment 12 months per year Location Cheney campus County Spokane Project Description Project Duration Background Check Yes - Both Responsible HR User Kenlyn Mackey Responsible HR User Email address kmackey2@ewu.

edu Position Details Job Summary EWU is currently seeking a Director of Procurement and Contracts. The director serves as the Chief Purchasing Officer for EWU and supervises the Department of Procurement & Contracts.

• The Department is responsible for facilitating and overseeing the purchasing process university-wide, including maintaining vendor profiles, entering budget encumbrances, processing requisitions, reimbursements, and purchase orders, and administering and auditing the use of purchasing cards (p-cards), fuel cards, and corporate accounts.
• In addition, the Department negotiates and executes all contracts for the purchase of goods and services and public works for the university, including managing competitive solicitations.
• Further, the Department is responsible for affiliation agreements for practicum placements, interagency agreements and memoranda of understanding, data sharing agreements, international placement agreements, and grant / research contracts.
• The director is also responsible for EWU’s supplier diversity program.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

The salary for this position is $85,793 (minimum) up to $120,110. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.

In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement.

In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses.

For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page : .

EWU expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning.

About Eastern Washington University Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees.

EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane.

Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University.

In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community.

Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction , a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students.

The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’22-’23 College of Distinction (CoD).Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2023 .

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region.

This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place the knowledge that comes from the land.

Diversity Statement EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16.

The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU.

Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

This is an Administrative Exempt position and is covered by EWU Policy 406- 01, Exempt Employment https : / / inside.ewu.

edu / policies / knowledge-base / ewu-406-01-exempt-employment /

All new faculty and staff are required to complete DEI / Title IX / Hazing Training for employees. This should be completed as soon as possible, but no later than the first few weeks of your hire.

You can access the online training here or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources’ site https : / / inside.

ewu.edu / hr / training-resources / . Physical Demands If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Kenlyn Mackey at [email protected] .

Pre-Placement Physical No Hearing Test No Medical Monitoring Post Hire No Protective Equipment University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed. Required Qualifications

• A master’s degree in business administration or closely related field; or a juris doctorate.
• A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in procurement, public works bidding, or contract management.
• Ability to maintain professional and collaborative interactions with other staff and university constituents. Exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to manage a complicated workload, set priorities, communicate consistently with campus constituents, and meet required deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills for problem resolution and complex contract analysis.
• Demonstrated experience promoting cultural humility, diversity, inclusivity, and workplace civility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience serving in a supervisory / managerial / executive capacity with direct supervisory experience over a team of individuals.
• Previous experience working in bidding and contracts for a public entity.
• Experience with ERP systems, such as Banner, and other operational software programs.
• Experience in forecasting, development, and management of operating budgets.

Other Skills and Abilities Work Schedule Type Regular Work Schedule Typically, 8am 5pm. Posting Date 08 / 16 / 2024 Open Until Further Notice Yes Closing Date Screening to Begin Immediately Special Instructions to Applicants It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications and preferred qualifications, if applicable .

It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.

Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position.

Please list at least 3 professional references including : names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).

• Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
• Diversity Response As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own.

You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process. Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.

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