TDCJ - Purchaser V - Contracts and Procurement

Job Description

Applicants must submit both a resume and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications. For the most accurate and up‑to‑date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.

Job Duties

• Performs advanced purchasing and procurement work.
• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and prepares bid specifications for purchasing commodities and services.
• Prepares procurement documents.
• Oversees the maintenance of detailed records of items purchased, received, prepared, and issued.
• Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Good Fit

• Operates with minimal supervision while demonstrating confident, effective leadership.
• Understands and follows established rules and procedures.
• Can train and guide individuals in informal solicitations, bid evaluations, and purchase order creation.
• Communicates clearly with vendors and agency staff.
• Maintains accurate electronic records.
• Understands purchasing methods, applies policy correctly, and supports routine procurement activities with consistency and accuracy.
• Utilizes Microsoft Word and Excel daily.

Great Fit

• Reviews specifications for completeness and compliance with applicable requirements and works with agency representatives.
• Proficient with computer equipment and software programs such as Excel, Outlook, and Word; able to train others in their use.
• Skilled in training problem‑solving techniques to individuals.
• Corresponds proactively with agency representatives and vendors regarding purchase requirements, delivery, and quality of merchandise.
• Has advanced knowledge in procurement processes, invoicing, accounts receivable, and inventory management.
• Fosters a collaborative environment.
• Adjusts learning styles to effectively mentor, coach, and train individuals.
• Leads by example, manages competing priorities with poise, and maintains accurate, compliant records.

Additional Information

• Travel: None – position may require day trips, but no overnight trips.
• Work site visits: No.
• Study material: No.
• Pre‑service training academy required: No.
• Hazardous duty/longevity: None.
• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre‑employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact Information

• Ronald Schlenker – Hiring Manager / Human Resources
  Phone: 936‑437‑3865
  Email: ronald.schlenker@tdcj.texas.gov
• Zilleah Ross – Human Resources
  Phone: 936‑437‑3150
  Email: hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov

Military Preference

To receive military preference, you must attach the required documentation to your job application. Refer to the Military Occupation Specialty Codes at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions. Additional MOS information is available through the State Auditor’s Office Military Crosswalk Guide. The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment resources at texasskillstowork.com, onetonline.org, the Texas HR website, or careeronestop.org.

Eligibility

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, throughout the term of employment.