Agency Dept of Environmental Quality Division Financial Services Job Classification Title Procurement Specialist II (NS) Position Number 60036038 Grade NC12 About Us The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life. Description of Work The purpose of this position is to function as a Procurement Specialist for DEQ. This position will be responsible for handling IT and Non-IT acquisitions of goods, services, and grant agreements within DEQ. This position has the responsibility to create and review, purchasing requests and contracts that ensure compliance with applicable N.C. General Statutes, N.C. Administrative Code, and Department purchasing policies and procedures. This will include the preparation and processing of Requests for Proposals, Requests for Quotes, Invitation for Bids, Contracts, Agreements, Grants, and Amendments. Key Responsibilities: Creation of both IT and Non-IT Solicitation Documents, Grant Agreements, Amendments, and Contract Agreements. Management of request workflows in North Carolina procurement systems. Customer Service and Communications. Facilitation and Training. Record Management and Retention. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $45,926.00 - $80,369.00 Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management. *This posting is for multiple vacancies positions 60036037 & 60036038. Position 600360368 is an anticipated vacancy and is expected to be available on February 1, 2026.* Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelors degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of procurement experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. N.C.G.S. § 143-49 states that certification in the contract management training program is mandatory for all State employees who are responsible for awarding contracts or monitoring contract compliance. Completion of North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire into position. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Malik Ragler Recruiter Email: hrrecruitment@deq.nc.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the states largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. 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