ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION

State Procurement Office (SPO), with assignment to Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS)

This position may offer the ability for hybrid/remote work 3 days per week, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures

Office Location: 2102 W. Encanto Blvd.; Phoenix, AZ 85009P

Salary: Up to $92,500 (DOE) 

Grade: 24

Open Until Business Needs Are Met (1st Review of Resumes 9/28/2026)

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) State Procurement Office (SPO) is seeking a qualified Procurement Analyst Statewide to serve in a key inter-agency service agreement (ISA) capacity dedicated to the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS). As the central procurement authority for the State of Arizona, SPO is responsible for the authorization, oversight, and management of contracting and purchasing activities across state government. Operating in close partnership with DPS, the individual in this role will serve as a primary Procurement Analyst tasked with developing and implementing high-impact sourcing solicitations aligned with broader SPO strategic goals. The position directly supports DPS alongside various other state agencies, taking ownership of high-value strategic contracts that typically average over $5 million annually.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Strategic Sourcing & Solicitations: Partner with internal stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for DPS and partner state agencies. Integrate technical specifications, statements of work, delivery schedules, milestone payment structures, and robust terms and conditions into cohesive solicitation packages.
• Contract Negotiation & Award: Oversee the competitive bid process, actively negotiate contractual agreements with suppliers, and prepare formal award documentation for executive signature.
• Contract Administration & Management: Serve as the primary point of contact between the State and vendors for assigned high-value contracts. Lead post-award activities including kick-off meetings, contract renewals, extensions, certificate of insurance verifications, and contract performance/issue resolution.
• Compliance & Legal Analysis: Interpret and apply the Arizona Procurement Code, state statutes, and agency policies. Perform detailed research and analysis to draft written determinations and legal justifications ensuring full code compliance.
• Market Research & Continuous Improvement: Monitor and report on industry and market trends to provide actionable procurement recommendations. Utilize Lean methodology and tools to guide teams through the full strategic sourcing lifecycle.
• Data Analytics & Risk Assessment: Perform thorough expenditure analyses, business case evaluations, and requirements gathering with subject matter experts. Use data analytics to optimize state expenditures, maximize return on investment (ROI), and mitigate financial and business risks.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Relationship Management: Build and maintain collaborative, professional relationships with vendors, internal DPS customers, and ADOA leadership to ensure supply contracts directly support agency business strategies.

Knowledge of:

• State and Federal Statutes and rules.
• Lean tools and methodologies.
• Effective project management strategies.
• State Procurement practices.
• Project Management skills and tools.

Skills in:

• Time management and prioritizing work.
• Excellent communication skills, including group facilitation and problem resolution techniques.
• Working effectively independently and in a group setting.

Ability to:

• Communicate with a wide variety of customers and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Multi-task; flexible and adaptable work habits.
• Embrace change and learn new skills.

• A Bachelor's Degree in business, public administration, accounting, finance, purchasing or closely related field.

• Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification
• Applicants are also subject to Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) Background Checks& Drug Testing policies.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insuranceOp
• tional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance.
• The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.