Salary: $67,728.00 - $121,890.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 192969
Agency: State Fiscal Accountability Authority
Division: Procurement Services
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
Closing Date: 10/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AC40
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $70,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $92,900.00
Job Responsibilities
This position is on the Agency Sourcing Team for Health/Human Services/Other Agencies within the Division of Procurement Services.
Duties
Develops solicitations prior to posting to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and the guidelines of the Consolidated Procurement Code, regulations. Develops and reviews solicitation documents including scope, instructions to offerors, technical and functional specifications/statements of work, qualifications, award criteria, terms and conditions, bidding schedules and all necessary attachments. Works with the end user and other procurement managers, applying knowledge of procurement practices, and conducting market analysis. Performs delegation reviews of agency solicitation as assigned.
Evaluates responses to procurements to ensure that offers are responsive and responsible. Awards contracts appropriately based on source selection method, ensuring that awards are in compliance with SC Procurement Code and MMO policy. When using a panel to evaluate offers, instructs and guides the panel through the procurement process by managing discussion and providing appropriate tools and information to facilitate the process. Consolidates individual panel member evaluation and provides proper documentation for award determination. Negotiates terms and drafts final contract documents. Assists other procurement managers with complex procurement as directly by management.
Provide on-going contract administration by working with customers and/or end users, and other procurement staff to ensure that contractors fully perform their contractual obligations. Resolves issues by working with all parties (contractors and end-users) to clarify requirements and resolve misunderstandings. Determines need to escalate issues and keeps management informed on sensitive issues or issues that may result in termination.
Serve as a consultant to using governmental entities and procurement staff by assisting and providing guidance with purchasing methods, sources of supply, policies and procedures, negotiations, and compliance SC Consolidated Procurement Code. Work with contractors and other vendors to maintain current information on products and services, business standards and practices, and market conditions.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement, contract management, or an approved acceptable equivalence (to include experience Project Management of Paralegal Skills) in accordance with State Human Resources regulations. A valid driver's license for statewide and other travel as required.
Must serve as a lead ESF7 representative whenever Emergency Operations Center is activated. Overnight travel may be required on occasion. This position is considered essential (critical) for the continuation of key agency and/or state government operations and services during an emergency. As determined by management, this position may be required to report to work when the office is closed.
Preferred Qualifications
CPPB or CPPO preferred. Two (2) years of experience in government procurement or other purchasing experience. Experience with the South Carolina with South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) and Microsoft. Office Suite programs.
Additional Comments
The State Fiscal Accountability Authority offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and Children.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
