Procurement Analyst 1-3

Procurement Analyst 1-3

Salary

$3,272.53 - $5,734.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

14/50411483/PROC13/11.11.26-LR

Department

DOTD-Administration

Division

Section 14

Opening Date

11/06/2026

Closing Date

11/11/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

Keep Louisiana Moving Through Smart Procurement

Statewide Purchasing | Competitive Bidding | Contract Administration

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking an experienced, analytical, and detail-oriented Procurement Analyst 1- 3 to join the Procurement Section within the Office of Management and Finance. This position plays an important role in supporting Louisianas transportation infrastructure by managing complex purchasing activities, administering procurement contracts, evaluating competitive bids, and ensuring the efficient and responsible use of public resources.

Working under the direction of the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Specialist independently coordinates specialized procurement activities involving technical supplies, materials, equipment, and services needed to support DOTD offices, districts, and programs statewide. Responsibilities include developing purchasing specifications, evaluating vendor submissions, administering contracts, resolving procurement issues, and ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal purchasing requirements.

This opportunity is ideal for a procurement professional who enjoys solving complex purchasing challenges, analyzing competitive proposals, interpreting procurement regulations, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve effective purchasing outcomes. Applicants with experience in public procurement, competitive bidding, contract administration, vendor relations, purchasing compliance, Invitations to Bid (ITBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), or government purchasing systems are encouraged to apply.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

• Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.

• Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.

• Managing Resources: The ability to manage financial, physical, and contractual resources to ensure compliance and maximize business value.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:

https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

• Performs complex purchasing activities involving a high volume of technical and specialized supplies, materials, and equipment for DOTD offices, districts, and programs statewide. Coordinates purchases under the Departments delegated purchasing authority and applicable statutory exemptions, ensuring compliance with established procurement requirements.
• Develops, researches, reviews, and revises technical purchasing specifications, solicitation requirements, and bid evaluation criteria. Collaborates with DOTD districts and sections to identify operational needs, evaluate available products and services, and determine appropriate procurement methods.
• Coordinates competitive purchasing activities, including preparing bid documents, determining advertisement requirements, researching prospective vendors, conducting bid openings, reviewing submissions, and awarding contracts in accordance with applicable purchasing laws and regulations.
• Develops contracts and contractual specifications for specialized commodities and services. Evaluates purchasing options, analyzes market conditions, establishes contract terms and special conditions, and recommends procurement decisions that support operational requirements and responsible use of public funds.
• Evaluates competitive bids for responsiveness, compliance, and adherence to technical specifications. Reviews bid tabulations, resolves vendor concerns, addresses contractual disputes, and assists with issues involving noncompliance, delivery schedules, contract conditions, and purchasing requirements.
• Serves as a technical resource to DOTD personnel, vendors, and agency leadership concerning procurement laws, administrative regulations, departmental policies, and purchasing procedures. Guides district administrators, section heads, and other personnel on complex purchasing and contracting matters.
• Supports procurement compliance and accountability by maintaining purchasing documentation, reviewing transactions, preparing analytical reports, and assisting with audits and inspections. Evaluates procurement processes and recommends improvements to strengthen efficiency, consistency, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinates specialized procurement activities involving federal funding and technical purchasing requirements, including applicable FEMA and FHWA regulations. Reviews specifications and purchasing processes for compliance with relevant federal requirements and nationally recognized standards, including MUTCD, AASHTO, and ANSI, as applicable.
• Participates in procurement-related training, seminars, workshops, pre-bid conferences, and other special assignments. May assist with surplus property activities, competitive bid audits, vendor protests, and emergency or disaster-related purchasing needs. Performs other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This position may be filled by probational appointment, promotion, or detail to special duty in accordance with applicable State Civil Service rules.

Career Progression: This position is part of a career progression group and may be filled at the Procurement Analyst 1, Procurement Analyst 2, or Procurement Analyst 3 level. The level at which the position is filled will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Compensation: The following Special Entrance Rates (SER) apply:

• Procurement Analyst 1: $1,510.40 biweekly
• Procurement Analyst 2: $1,616.00 biweekly
• Procurement Analyst 3: $1,818.40 biweekly

Additional compensation may be considered for applicants who possess extraordinary job-related qualifications or credentials in accordance with State Civil Service Rule 6.5(g) and DOTD policy. Any additional compensation is subject to approval, verification, and applicable pay limitations.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking their application status to see where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in place of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Julie Kennison, CPPB, NIGP-CPP

Director - DOTD Procurement

Office: 225-379-1424 | www.dotd.la.gov

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available:

https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

01

Are you a permanent LA-DOTD employee?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

• Yes
• No

04

If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work, and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA"

05

To ensure compliance with PPM #9, the DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the names and relationships of any immediate family members whom LaDOTD currently employs. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members.

06

DA: Demonstrating Accountability - How well do you take responsibility for your actions, results, and performance?

• I avoid responsibility, deliver poor work, and resist feedback.
• I take ownership when prompted and meet basic expectations.
• I own results, meet standards, and respond to feedback professionally.
• I drive high performance, prevent issues, and model accountability.

07

DA: Demonstrating Accountability - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

08

MR: Managing Resources - How well do you manage financial, physical, or contractual resources to meet operational needs?

• I struggle to manage resources, don't always follow required procedures, or have trouble keeping accurate records.
• I handle basic resource tasks but may not consistently align them with priorities or follow procedures.
• I manage resources effectively, follow procedures, track usage, and maintain accurate records to support my team's goals.
• I plan ahead to meet future needs, improve systems, strengthen vendor relationships, and ensure compliance across resource areas.

09

MR: Managing Resources - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

10

ADi: Accepting Direction - How well do you accept guidance, follow instructions, and adjust when given feedback?

• I resist direction, ignore feedback, and need reminders to complete tasks.
• I follow direction with reminders and often need clarification or support.
• I follow direction reliably, adjust to feedback, and complete tasks on time.
• I adapt quickly, follow through, and help others adjust as needed.

11

ADi: Accepting Direction - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

12

How many years of experience do you have with the rules, regulations, and procedures dealing with the Louisiana Procurement Code?

13

How many years of experience do you have with purchasing large volumes of technical and specialized supplies, materials, and equipment?

14

Select all of the following for which you have at least one year of experience:

• Administering Requests for Proposals (RFP)
• Communicating with vendors, other state agencies, and/or state government
• Developing Bid Specifications
• Developing Contracts
• Evaluating Bids and Making Bid Awards
• Excel
• Processing Purchase Orders
• Purchasing and Inventory Control

15

Explain in Detail any selection in the previous question. If none were selected, please indicate "N/A".

16

Do you have any experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP) such as SAP?

• Yes
• No

17

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your duties and responsibilities and the time period. Please indicate the name of the employer and approximate dates of employment, and any other relevant information. If you answered "No", please indicate "N/A".

18

Are you certified as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) by the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPCC)?

• Yes
• No

19

Are you NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) certified by the National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm