Contracting Officer I
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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title | Contracting Officer I |
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Requisition Number | RE44947 |
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 | Work performed in typical office environment, constant phone and computer usage. Position entails frequent sitting, walking, and standing. Occasional bending, stooping, grasping, and lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required. |
Shift | 8:00am to 5:00pm; Monday through Friday; 40 hours. |
Job Summary | This position operates as a contract manager and is required to determine the best methodology when performing basic procurement responsibilities, forming the procurement instrument, evaluating bids, and reviewing and administering procurement agreements. This requires a person who is skilled and flexible in their performance of their duties. Contracting Officer accepts legal responsibility for actions taken in the performance of assigned duties. Contracting related to construction and facilities needs of the University are a key component of this position, along with service to other sectors of the University. Other duties as assigned. |
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Microsoft Office, SAP, SRM, oral and written communication skills |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
Preferred Education/Experience | BA + 1 year minimum |
Deadline to Apply | 05/23/2024 |
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 (*).
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Please explain your experience drafting, reviewing and/or negotiating in a procurement environment.
(Open Ended Question)
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Describe your knowledge of construction and contract law.
(Open Ended Question)
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Describe a time when you were part of an effective team and tell us what made it effective.
(Open Ended Question)
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How many years of experience do you have in customer service?
- 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 4 years
- More than 4 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
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Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter