Coordinator I, Procurement

Commitment to MissionThis job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.Cultural Beliefs• One LSC• Student Focused• Own It• Foster Belonging• Cultivate Community• Choose LearningThe Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For® " is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.Campus Marketing StatementLone Star College-System OfficeLone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.Location address is 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381 .Job DescriptionPURPOSE AND SCOPE:The Coordinator I, Procurement is responsible for supporting the Executive Director and Procurement Team in all phases of the Procurement and Purchasing process. Makes action recommendations to peers or superiors. Serves as a resource to the Procurement department, college staff, and vendors for PeopleSoft transaction applications and general office duties as assigned.Essential Job Functions• Provide system support and troubleshoot the e-procurement bidding module and ERP systems• Support the Procurement team with the solicitation of goods and services for the College• Maintain, track, and report and upload required contracts via the Legislative Budget Board portal. Maintain, create, track, and upload HB 1295 required reporting to Texas Ethics Commission portal• Addresses and resolves PO closing through collaboration with department analysts• Responsible for maintaining, review, updating the procurement department bid calendar to help ensure the planning of future bids, creation and delivery of non-award, award and renewal letters• Maintains procurement categories in iStar• Responsible for creating reports to monitor and report purchasing cooperative spend for rebates to the Executive Director on a monthly basis.• Review and update Procurement department internal website with current information• Assists Executive Director and staff with administrative duties as needed• Take part in special projects as needed• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, Abilities• Ability to work in a collaborative work environment• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and vendors• Knowledge of common desktop office software (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite)• Knowledge of navigation for the procurement process in People Soft ERP• Knowledge of the procurement process in a public institutionPhysical AbilitiesThe work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.Work Schedule And Conditions• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazardsRequired Qualifications• Associate degree or higher and at least 1 year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experiencePreferred Qualifications• Bachelor's degreeSalaryHiring salary range is $38,761.00 - $44,575.00.Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.Your Resume Should Provide a Complete Picture Of Your Work Experience. The Resume Should Include The Following Information For Each Position Listed• Length of time (specific months and years) of employment• If the position was full time or part time• If the position was paid or unpaid• Level of degree completed including date earned.• Unofficial transcript for highest earned degreeAdditionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.Benefits Marketing StatementBy joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.Special InstructionsGo to the Job Search page, click on ‘My Activities’ at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on ‘Add Attachment.’ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.How To ApplyALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLYWe will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.