Procurement Specialist

Posting Date

04/05/24

Application Deadline

04/10/24

Pay Range

Full Range: $20.15 - $32.00 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Facilities Management

About The Position

Facilities Management is looking for a motivated and dedicated individual to join our business services team! Working under general supervision, the Procurement Specialist is responsible for performing a range of methods to procure commodities, services, and construction-related duties. Procurement Specialists must use good business sense as stewards of taxpayer dollars and operating within the framework of all applicable laws, rules, and regulations related to procurement in a government agency.

About Us

As the landlord for all facilities owned by Maricopa County, the Facilities Management Department is responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations of more than 200 facilities comprised of over 10 million square feet. Facilities Management is made up of a collaborative team that provides and performs various functions to meet the facility-related needs of all Maricopa County Departments. Our broad range of services includes various aspects of the ongoing operations and maintenance of all County-owned facilities, management of all facility projects, and in-house design services.

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balance, potential for hybrid work scheduleOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesMaricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.29% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

Two years of purchasing or materials management work experienceHigh school diploma or GEDAn equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year for year basis

We Also Value

Associate’s degree in purchasing, business administration or a related fieldExperience with the Maricopa County procurement codeExperience working with Periscope and CGI Advantage systemsTwo years experience in procurement activities of a high-volume governmental agency

Job Contributions

Performs specialized clerical support related to the procurement of supplies, services, and equipment in compliance with the County procurement codeProvides customer support to FMD divisions to assist with the preparation of documentation required for Article 3 and Article 5 purchasing requestsEnsures requests are complete and accurate including reviewing the request for proper approval levelsResearch issues and discrepancies on purchase orders, task modifications, and change ordersData entry of Article 3 and Article 5 purchase orders, task modifications, change orders, and RFQ’sPrepares and distributes monthly reports and other procurement related documentsAssists the Senior Procurement Officer in all procurement related activityOther Job Duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Must become a Certified Agency Procurement Aide (CAPA) within three months of hireExerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the timePosition is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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