Dr. Stephen B. Gordon Department of Urban Studies & Public Administration College of Business & Public Administration Old Dominion University 2011

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1 Dr. Stephen B. Gordon Department of Urban Studies & Public Administration College of Business & Public Administration Old Dominion University 2011

2 Purchasing, renting, leasing, or otherwise acquiring any supplies, services, or construction; includes all functions that pertain to the acquisition, including description of requirements, selection and solicitation of sources, preparation and award of contract, and all phases of contract administration. The combined functions of purchasing, inventory control, traffic and transportation, receiving, inspection, storekeeping, salvage and disposal operations. Source: NIGP Online Dictionary 2

award of contract, and all phases of contract administration.

3 Procurement s potential strategic role Lots of positions open Opportunity to make a difference immediately Good pay Good benefits 3

4 Job Title: Procurement Analyst Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations Agency: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Sub Agency: CFPB - Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Job Announcement Number:12-CFPB-015P SALARY RANGE: $98, to $149, / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, October 12, 2011 to Wednesday, October 26, 2011 SERIES & GRADE: CN C POSITION INFORMATION: Full-time - Permanent PROMOTION POTENTIAL:5C DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy(s) - Washington DC Metro Area, DC WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from U.S. citizens. This is a repost of 11-CFPB-495P. You must apply to this announcement to be considered. This opportunity is also open to status candidates only under announcement 12-CFPB-014. JOB SUMMARY: Do you want to be a leader in your field at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) - a groundbreaking organization solely devoted to the economic strength and vitality of American Families? Do you want to play an important role in making consumer financial markets work for all American families? Do you want to challenge yourself and others? If you answer "Yes", then we have a career for you! CFPB professionals have unparalleled opportunities to expand horizons for themselves and for the nation. Be one of the founding members of an agency that will make a difference in the lives of everyday American families! Title: Purchasing Director Agency: James City County Address: Williamsburg, VA Salary Range: $71,145 or higher, DOQ + benefits; USA Jobs 319 NIGP Job Board 15 Financial and Management Services seeking individual to perform advanced professional and administrative work planning, organizing, and directing all phases of the procurement, contracts, and inventory control functions for James City County, Williamsburg/James City County Public Schools and other agencies, including James City Service Authority. Position directs and manages staff and all phases of centralized purchasing operation to include the acquisition of all supplies, materials, equipment, contractual and professional services; develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and communication with stakeholders to ensure the purchasing function is carried out legally, efficiently, and professionally; promotes communication and good will among stakeholders by maintaining relationships that foster and prove a timely flow of information among staff, management and users. Job Requirements: Requires bachelor's degree in business administration or related field; considerable experience in management, procurement or related field; relevant professional certification preferred from a recognized purchasing related organization such as Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM); or, any equivalent combination of education and experience providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of purchasing and procurement; thorough knowledge of laws relating to public purchasing; knowledge of financial and management controls; excellent Excel skills; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including making presentations to governing boards; and, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. 4

00 / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, October 12, 2011 to Wednesday, October 26, 2011 SERIES & GRADE: CN-1102-5C POSITION INFORMATION: Full-time - Permanent PROMOTION POTENTIAL:5C DUTY LOCATIONS: 1

5 Hard Dollar Savings Quality of Services Delivered Operational Efficiencies and Economies Amount and Range of Services Delivered Public Policy Implementation 5

6 Commitment to serving the public interest Absolute integrity Thick skin and a strong psyche The ability to move on Mastery of an interdisciplinary body of knowledge Competency in a wide variety of skills 6

ability to move on Mastery of an interdisciplinary

7 The National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) -- nigp.org The National Contract Management Association (NCMA) ncma.org The Federal Acquisition Institute fai.gov USAjobs.gov Dr. Stephen B. Gordon, Director, Graduate Certificate in Public Procurement and Contract Management, ODU Department of Urban Studies and Public Administration 7

org The Federal Acquisition Institute fai.gov USAjobs.gov Dr. Stephen B.

Contract Management: Moving from Monitoring to Managing

Contract Management: Moving from Monitoring to Managing Presented by Norma J. Hall, FNIGP, CPPO, CPPB, CPM UPPCC Chair and Program Manager for SC Budget & Control Board Division of Procurement Contract