Procurement Training Specialist
Pay Grade: K
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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What We Offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
The Procurement Training Specialist is responsible for supporting the development, coordination, and delivery of internal and external department of public health (agency) training programs related to procurement and contracting services. Under the supervision of the procurement training and development manager, this role plays a key part in enhancing staff knowledge, promoting compliance with state procurement regulations, and ensuring consistent application of procurement policies and procedures across the agency. The specialist will assist in identifying training needs, developing instructional materials, facilitating in-person and virtual training sessions, and supporting onboarding efforts for new staff. This position contributes to the professional growth of the agency’s workforce and supports continuous improvement in procurement operations aligned with the Georgia Department of Public Health’s mission.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the procurement and contracting services training and development manager to identify training needs and assist in the creation of a division-wide training strategy.
- Design and update training content including user guides, process documentation, policies, standard operating procedures, job aids, presentations, and e-learning modules.
- Deliver in person instructor-led and virtual training sessions on procurement systems, contract management procedures, and compliance requirements.
- Assist in the onboarding of new procurement and contracting personnel by facilitating orientation and job-specific training.
- Maintain accurate records of training sessions, attendance, and participant feedback to assess the effectiveness of programs.
- Coordinate logistics for training delivery, including scheduling, materials preparation, and communication with participants.
- Monitor updates to state procurement policies and incorporate changes into training materials and communications.
- Support continuous improvement efforts by collecting feedback and suggesting updates to training methods, materials, and tools.
- Coordinate and track procurement staff certifications, ensuring compliance with state-mandated training and certification requirements.
- Support logistical planning and communication for continuing education, training events and certification programs.
- Serve as a liaison with the agency’s office of workforce learning to coordinate and manage procurement training initiatives advertised through the agency’s learning management system.
- Manage delegated tasks related to the Department of Administrative Services' (DOAS) small business and supplier diversity initiative.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of experience providing educational, training or instructional services in functional area; or, One (1) year of experience required at the lower level Training & Dev Spec 2 (GSP121).
Preferred Qualifications:
Three (3) years of experience in Public Sector Procurement, preferably within the state of Georgia or, Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND 5 years of experience in training and instructional development or education.
Familiarity with the Georgia Procurement Manual and Georgia procurement systems such as the Georgia Procurement Registry, Team Georgia Marketplace and Jaggaer Sourcing Director.
Knowledge of Georgia procurement laws, rules, policies and procedures.
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, SharePoint, ETC.) and Adobe for developing training materials, managing data, and supporting communications.
Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity can be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance will not be provided.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
ADA Statement
The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email a request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
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