Job Description

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The mission of the Division of Information Technology is to build a quality and comprehensive technology infrastructure, establish and maintain an effective operational environment, and deliver quality, prompt, cost effective and reliable technology services that align with the University’s mission in teaching and learning, research, community service, as well as compliment the region’s economic goals.
Description of Work
This position will be able to keep track of all campus IT purchases. This will save on duplication of software purchases and streamline the process to have a faster turn around on purchases. This position will interact directly with campus personal as well as the business/Finance and Legal.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
Knowledge Professional: Basic working knowledge of state and federal procurement laws, contract law, purchasing practices, and quality of goods/commodities and/or services being purchased.
Basic working knowledge of accounting principles and methods in relation to purchasing needs. Knowledge sufficient to implement established rules and regulations; reviews work for compliance to standards, and may propose procedural changes and/or policy revisions. Knowledge to utilize information technologies to meet work needs.

Coordination of Work Flow: Ability to apply and interpret established rules and regulations to review routine request for accuracy and thoroughness. Ability to determine and execute application of the proper procurement methods and procedures for routine purchases. Ability to prepare and maintain records of some complexity.

Negotiation: Ability to identify issues for routine purchasing actions and assess position of each party. May require the ability to explore and recommend alternatives, with oversight.

Customer Service/Communication: Ability to establish, develop and maintain relationships with departmental personnel, vendors and other customers/clients. Ability to respond to routine/basic requests.

Managing Work and Performance: Ability to execute policies and procedures of area of assignment
Minimum Training and Experience
Bachelor’s degree; or Associate’s degree and two years of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.