
Procurement Specialist
U.S. Courts See More Job Openings by This Employer- Full Time
- $53,839 - $96,147/year
- Fort Smith, AR
July 15, 2025
Job Description
The Procurement Specialist supports the operational efficiency of both the U.S. District Court and the U.S. Probation Office for the Western District of Arkansas by managing the procurement of goods, services, and furnishings. This role involves administering the full procurement lifecycle, from identifying needs and sourcing vendors to managing contracts and processing payments.
Duties Procure supplies, equipment, services, and furnishings from government and non-government sources through competitive bids, new contracts, or existing contracts. Plan and coordinate time and delivery of purchases. Assess requests for supplies, materials, and services by ensuring they are allowable under limitations, restrictions, and policies. Prepare spreadsheets and maintain databases to track certain expenditures. Identify and maintain lists of vendors for goods and services. Review invoices from suppliers and prepare payment vouchers for approval, including supporting documentation. Conduct market research and evaluate vendors based on cost, quality, reliability and availability. Prepare procurement specifications and solicitations, obtain competitive bids and proposals, and coordinate with subject matter experts to review options. Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors and oversee delivery logistics. Administer specialized contracts including Court Reporter and Court Interpreter contracts and invoices. Review and process travel vouchers. Assist employees with questions, problems, or insufficiencies regarding travel voucher submissions. Answer policy and procedure questions for judges and court staff. Provide customer service and resolve difficulties while complying with regulations, rules, and procedures. Adhere to the Guide to Judiciary Policy, internal control procedures, and other relevant guidelines. Complete initial and ongoing training for Contracting Officer Certification Program levels 1, 2, and 3. Provide procurement information for internal and cyclical audits. Perform other operational, administrative, or technical support duties as assigned. Salary- $53,839 - $96,147/year