Dedicated Tech Services, Inc. (DTS) is an award-winning IT consulting firm based in Columbus, OH. We now have an opening for an IT Government Procurement Specialist/Project Manager.
Highlights and Benefits:
Hybrid - two days per week on site in Columbus, OH
W2 hourly pay rate up to $69/hr or salaried equivalent
Collaborative client culture focused on business development and growth
Direct W2 hourly or salaried applicants only (no corp-to-corp subcontractors, third parties, or agencies)
Paid time off and holidays for salaried employees
401K, billable bonus, and health, life, vision, dental and short-term disability insurance options for all
DTS is a proud Women Business Enterprise (WBE) and Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB)!
Check out our benefits and company information at www.dtsdelivers.com!
Job Description:
We are hiring an experienced IT Government Procurement Specialist to work for us as our direct, W2 salaried or hourly employee to join our team. You will:
Understand the organization's needs and requirements for a specific project or service.
Conduct research and gather information from relevant stakeholders to develop a comprehensive understanding of the project scope, objectives, and desired outcomes.
Craft a well-structured and detailed Statement of Work (SOW) document that clearly outlines the project requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission guidelines.
Ensure the SOW is compliant with the organization's procurement policies and any relevant legal or regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as procurement, legal, and subject matter experts, to ensure the SOW is comprehensive and accurate.
Manage the SOW distribution and communication process, responding to vendor inquiries and providing clarification as needed.
Maintain detailed records and documentation of the procurement process, including vendor proposals and evaluation criteria.
Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the IT division, ensuring consistency and efficiency in operations.
Collaborate with IT team members to identify areas where SOPs are needed, and develop comprehensive, step-by-step procedures to guide the execution of various IT tasks and processes.
Consult with executive-level stakeholders to define business need or problem; conducts research, performs studies and surveys to obtain data; and analyzes problems to advise on or recommend solutions, utilizing know edge of theory, principles, or technology of specific discipline or field of specialization.
Conduct study or survey on need or problem to obtain data required for solution
Analyze data to determine solution, such as installation of alternate methods and procedures, changes in processing methods and practices, modification of machines or equipment, or redesign of products or services.
Advise client or department heads on alternate methods of solving need or problem, or recommends specific solutions
May be designated according to field of business and technical specialization.
Required Skills and Experience:
Able to work on a hybrid basis, on site for two days per week in the client's office in Columbus, OH.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
Government (state, federal, county, city) procurement experience.
Experience providing consulting services to governmental entities
Experience creating and distributing Statements of Work.
Ten years of Information Technology experience
Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to gather and synthesize information from various sources.
Excellent time management and organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Familiarity with the organization's procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
Proficient in project management and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.
Keen attention to detail and the ability to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Experience in writing and structuring contract documents, with a deep understanding of the procurement process in governmental entities.
Knowledge of the industry or domain relevant to the SOW, with the ability to understand and translate technical requirements into clear and actionable contract.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to provide recommendations and support to the decision-making team.
Familiarity with IT processes, technologies, and best practices, with the ability to translate them into clear and comprehensive SOPs.
Strong analytical and process improvement skills, with the ability to identify areas for optimization and streamlining.
US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.
Dedicated Tech Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer