Job description
Computer Acquisition Analyst 1
(23000356)The Ohio Department of Administrative Services is seeking an experienced IT and procurement professional to review and analyze agency requests for data processing hardware, software & communication equipment & services. Hybrid Teleworking options available. Responsibilities include:
- Determine most cost effective method for acquisition of data processing and telecommunication hardware, software and services involving multiple computing disciplines
- Recommends most advantageous method for making procurement (e.g. ITB, ITB by Reverse Auction, RFP, STS, etc.)
- Identify suppliers capable of meeting experience qualifications and specifications or solutions requirements
- Perform needs assessment activities which may include determining solution feasibility
- Determine size, scope & complexity of problem;
- Determine interfaces required with internal &/or external systems
- Develop or assist with developing the solicitation and facilitating the procurement process
- Perform contract management activities and reviews for newly installed systems to determine performance level of vendor, hardware, software, services & compliance with specifications of contract
- Develop skills in researching, evaluating & recommending procurement, contract, business and technical information in both the data processing and telecommunication areas.
What’s in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Work from Home
This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid schedule that combines working from home with regular in-office presence. In-person work requirements may change for training, meetings, and other operational needs.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of fractions, decimals & percentages; computer hardware, software & communications systems; agency computer services procurement procedures*.
Skill in operation of personal computers & associated software (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, database).
Ability to communicate verbally or in writing on technical & non-technical matters; apply principles to solve practical, everyday problems; interpret technical material in books, journals & manuals; write routine business letters, evaluations & records following standard procedures; move hands/fingers easily to operate computer terminal.
(*)Developed after employment.
- Teleworking options are being offered at this time.
- All answers to the supplemental questions MUST be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application.
- Selection devises, testing and/or assessments may be used to determine proficiency in this position.
- If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email the Human Resources contact on this posting so special arrangements can be made.
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