Procurement Specialist-Entry

Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys learning and problem solving? If so, this may be the position for you! The State Bureau of Procurement is seeking a motivated Procurement Specialist-Entry to join our team. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to launch an impactful, rewarding public service career.

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. DOA provides direct services to state agency stakeholders and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.

The Division of Enterprise Operations (DEO) administers enterprise policies governing procurement, risk management, and continuity of operations planning; provides services to DOA and other agencies in the areas of financial management, procurement, risk management, continuity of operations planning, and the State Prosecutors Program; and facilitates opportunities for diverse businesses to sell goods and services to state agencies.

The State Bureau of Procurement (SBOP) manages statewide contracts for goods and services commonly used by agencies and UW campuses that create consistent value and improve efficiencies for the enterprise.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. We believe that when employees are respected and valued for who they are and are accountable for demonstrating that respect to others; it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

This position is headquartered at the Department of Administration State Office Building, 101 E. Wilson Street, Madison, WI.

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience with:

• Operating in an environment with detailed administrative policies and procedures
• Providing customer service
• Using decision making skills to communicate relevant updates to multiple stakeholders (internal and external)

• Public procurement laws, administrative code, and/or public procurement policies and procedures
• Contract development, contract management, and/or contract negotiations
• Collecting data, compiling reports, and preparing documentation

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Please review instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated. References are not necessary at this stage of the process.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability and are not currently employed in a permanent position with Wisconsin State Government, please send a cover letter, resume, DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.

Questions can be directed to Pilar Blomquist at pilare.blomquist@wiconsin.gov or 715-831-3220.

Applicant materials are due by 11:59pm on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.