Junior Procurement Officer

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

2d • $60,000 - $85,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you interested in launching a career in public sector procurement while making a meaningful impact in your community? The Junior Procurement Officer is an entry-level opportunity designed for individuals eager to develop their skills in government purchasing. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the acquisition of commodities, professional services, and design and construction-related services for county facilities. Working alongside experienced procurement professionals, you will build a strong foundation in procurement best practices, regulatory compliance, federal grant requirements, and ethical purchasing standards, while contributing to projects that directly support County operations and community services. If you are ready to learn more about jumpstarting your career in procurement, apply today! Please note that this is a contract position that is expected to end December 31, 2026

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, finance, business management, public administration, public policy, or related
• Other bachelor's degrees may be considered combined with at least one year of professional experience in procurement

Nice To Haves

• Prior public sector procurement experience

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze complex procurements in various commodity and service groups; determine the appropriateness of the request; research various commodity and service markets for current specifications, job duties, market conditions, and trends in pricing
• Coordinate with user departments and/or project managers to facilitate/develop procurement requirements and specifications for solicitations.
• Prepare and issue formal solicitations, including Invitations for Bids, Requests for Proposals, and Requests for Qualifications, as well as Design-Build, Construction Manager at Risk, and other solicitations.
• Conduct public pre-bid/proposal conferences and public solicitation openings, and serve as chairperson/facilitator for evaluation meetings and requesting Best and Final Offers
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions, award contracts, and monitor vendor performance; review department or vendor requests for contract changes and present the justification for or against changes
• Evaluate responses to solicitations based on vendor qualifications, price, and conformance requirements, using economic and statistical data to evaluate the total cost of ownership
• Issue formal determinations such as Notice to Cure, Notice of Cancellation, etc., as required by law.
• Provide recommendations and advice regarding legal determinations according to applicable statutes and the Maricopa County Procurement Code
• Develop and manage centralized, enterprise-level contracts, including requirements analysis, evaluation, determination, and approval of change orders and/or contract amendments

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule option
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level