Procurement & Contract Specialist 1, Pharmacy Special Programs Buyer (Salem)

Initial Posting Date: 06/17/2026Application Deadline:06/28/2026Agency:Department of CorrectionsSalary Range:$5,483 - $7,929Position Type:EmployeePosition Title:Procurement & Contract Specialist 1, Pharmacy Special Programs Buyer (Salem)Job Description:Procurement & Contract Specialist 1, Pharmacy Special Programs Buyer (Salem)Central Administration (CTRS) – Salem, Oregon Oregon Department of CorrectionsAbout the Job – Your RoleIn this position, you will provide support to the Pharmacy Special Programs Manager and work with the Pharmacy Special Programs Specialist to ensure seamless operation of the program’s various projects. This will be accomplished by establishing methods to ensure accurate pharmaceutical purchasing, record keeping, auditing invoices, tracking split billing accumulations, and communicating with team members and stakeholders about statistics and routine reports.This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.Minimum QualificationsThree years’ paraprofessional or technical-level experience in a related field such as general business, accounting, contracts, purchasing, or project administration support.ORA bachelor’s degree will substitute for the experience.A one-year certificate in supply chain, logistics management, procurement, or a related field will substitute for one year of experience.Requested SkillsInventory ManagementOrderingContract management340B Drug Pricing ProgramApplication InformationIn the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date. The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.As part of our selection process, we may require additional assessment stages, such as written exercises, to further evaluate candidates’ qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.Working ConditionsThe position may require occasional in-state travel, including overnight stays, for meetings or stakeholder engagement. Presentations to internal groups may also be required, so as to provide training and direction on appropriate acquisition, storage and communication of pharmaceuticals acquired by the agency. This position has occasional contact with AICs in the institutional setting. Sitting or standing for long periods of time may be necessary.About the DepartmentThe Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives.The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.BenefitsThe salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:Family health, vision, and dental insuranceVacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve componentsOptional short and long-term disabilityTerm life insuranceFully paid retirement programOregon Saving Growth PlanFlexible spending accounts for health and childcareAnd moreAbout the Process – What to ExpectAfter the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compl