Forensic Purchasing Specialist Senior - Procurement and Support Services - CF092

Title: Forensic Purchasing Specialist Senior - Procurement and Support Services - CF092

State Role Title: Procurement Officer II

Hiring Range: $70,000-$85,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Forensic Science

Location: Dept of Forensic Science

Agency Website: www.dfs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

This position is open to current State employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The Department of Forensic Science has experienced record growth and is currently in construction of a new state of the art facility in Hanover County. The Central Laboratory, Director’s Office, Administrative Offices, and the Office of the Medical Examiner, currently located in Richmond, will move to the new facility when it is completed. The transition is anticipated for First Quarter 2026.

Purchase an array of goods, services, and equipment to support forensic services, building operations, and administration. Chromatographs, ballistic comparison microscopes, and fuming chambers are some of the unique and innovative items we purchase. If you’re ready for an exciting career, then the Virginia Department of Forensic Science is for you.

The mission of the Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is to provide laboratory services in criminal matters in the Commonwealth of Virginia, support the criminal justice system with quality and timely services, and advance the understanding of forensic science in order to promote public safety. DFS is fully accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and has four locations throughout the state.

The Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and detail oriented Forensic Purchasing Specialist Senior to join the agency’s Procurement and Support Services Section. This position will manage various methods of procurements to procure a variety of goods and services to support laboratory operations, building maintenance and general administration. The position will establish relationships with internal customers, formulate solicitations of various values and complexity, source suppliers, negotiate and manage contracts, issue purchase orders, and perform contract administration. The position will interpret policies and procedures and provide support services to agency personnel in various locations, levels and positions ensuring procurements are performed and prepared in accordance with the Code of Virginia, the Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM), VITA “BUY IT" Manual, and DFS policies and procedures. This position may be eligible for telework opportunities after completing agency training and orientation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience drafting, sourcing, negotiating, and managing medium to complex contracts
• Experience procuring a variety of goods and services, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations
• Demonstrated experience managing various methods of procurement
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, to include Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook, and automated procurement systems.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and organizational skills with the ability to communicate to internal and external customers
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as with a team
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), the Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM) and/or the VITA “BUY IT” Manual
• Working knowledge of statewide initiatives such as Small, Woman-owned, and Minority businesses (SWAM) and Small Purchase Charge Card (SPCC) program, or other business charge card.
• Experience with eVA (the Commonwealth’s electronic procurement system)

Additional Considerations

• Certified Virginia Contract Associate (VCA)
• Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)
• Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
• Certified Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Department of Forensic Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is V3 Virginia Values Veterans certified. The Department strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Applications for this position must be submitted electronically, through this website, no later than the position’s closing date stated in the announcement. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume and required transcripts (if applicable).

Applicants needing accommodations during the application and/or interview process may contact the Human Resource office at 804-786-0150 or dfshumanresource@dfs.virginia.gov for additional information. Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

DFS does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Special Requirements

Background Investigation: Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a background investigation to include a fingerprint-based criminal history check. Selected candidate(s) must provide a DNA sample via a buccal swab (saliva sample) and successfully pass a drug test. Reference checks will be conducted to include contact with current and previous supervisors.

Employment Eligibility Verification: DFS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Economic Interest Statement: The selected candidate is required to file a Statement of Economic Interests form pursuant to the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3114, as a condition of employment. Additionally, the statement is to be filed annually by February 1. The selected candidate is required to complete the Statement of Economic Interest training within 60 days of employment and every two years thereafter.

Contact Information

Name: Amanda Collum

Phone: 804-588-4010

Email: amanda.collum@dfs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.