Title Procurement Specialist Position Number 39777 Company WA River Protection Solutions City/State Richland, WA Location Richland, WA Posted 01/23/2025 Closes 02/02/2025 Regular/Temporary Regular Full/Part-Time Full-Time Job Responsibilities/Duties Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) manages one of the most challenging radioactive waste cleanup projects in the country. Our focus is reducing the environmental risk posed by 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste stored in 177 underground tanks on the Hanford Site located in Richland, WA. Join us today and be a part of history! WRPS is looking for a Procurement Specialist to support the Subcontracts group. The Procurement Specialist, solicits, negotiates, places, and administers subcontracts/purchase orders for the purchase of services for the company. Other duties may include: Ensures appropriate fiscal responsibility is maintained and required policies, procedures, codes, standards, and federal regulations are properly adhered to and translated into legally binding contractual documents to protect and minimize the exposure of government and company liability, monetary and property loss, litigation, and disputes. Comply with Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) policies and procedures. Ensure ISMS principles are incorporated into organization's activities. Typical delegation of Authority Range: $0-250K Effects procurement plans, negotiates and administers subcontracts to include pre-planning, Request for Proposal (RFP), source selection and milestones, subcontract type, scope of work, analysis, award, post award concerns, terms and conditions, change notices, audits, timely renewals, expirations, innovations, resolution of problems, and 100% compliance with the terms and conditions of invoices submitted. Awards and administers major Fixed Unit Price Basic Ordering Agreements, other Fixed Price Subcontracts, and Cost type Procurements. Identifies, plans, and approves procurement actions. Develops strategies and negotiations consistent with company prime subcontract requirements, procurement department procedures, and Department of Energy directives. Facilitates and implements corrective actions for supplier quality and delivery problems. Performs price analyses, and close outs of subcontracts. Prepares contractual documents and correspondence (internal and external) to ensure compliance with all Federal laws as well as prime subcontract. Facilitates and records subcontract progress meetings. Performs reporting, including but not limited to, statistical, weekly performance, and open requisition. Coordinates subcontract/purchase order activity between internal and external stakeholders. Other duties as assigned. Please Note: This position is being advertised under the current Tank Operations Contractor, Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS). However, now that transition activities have begun a candidate selected for employment may be hired under the incoming contractor, Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) contract. Further details will be provided during the hiring process. Required Qualifications Grade 18: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in related field and 8 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Grade 19: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in related field and 9 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased. Desired Qualifications NCMA participation. Knowledgeable in WRPS computer programs such as, but not limited to, Asset Suite, IDMS, iCas, CLTR. Working knowledge of Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations. Knowledge of MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, software. A thorough level of knowledge and understanding of the procurement cycle times. Compensation & Benefits In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration. Hiring Range Minimum: $106,663 Hiring Range Maximum: $147,775 WRPS offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits Relocation Funding Provided Yes U.S. Citizenship Required Yes Clearance Required No Job Classification Exempt Shift Work Required No This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links: + Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights.pdf) + Pay Transparency Policy Statement + Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf) + Employee Polygraph Protection Act + WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)