Senior Procurement Specialist - General Services Department - City of Fresno

Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board•Fresno, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is your opportunity to join a high-performing organization and play a key role in supporting the City of Fresno’s purchasing activities. The General Services Department is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to perform advanced procurement work and provide lead direction within the Purchasing division. As the advanced working and lead-level classification in the Procurement Specialist series, the Senior Procurement Specialist prepares complex formal and informal bids and Requests for Proposals; procures materials, supplies, services, equipment, and projects; develops and reviews specifications; conducts bid and proposal openings; analyzes proposals and prepares evaluation reports; and supports City department in defining purchasing needs while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and City policies. The position may also provide lead direction to Procurement Specialists and support staff, offering guidance on complex specifications, bid processes, and procurement requirements. Step into a role where your technical expertise and leadership help uphold the City’s commitment to excellence in procurement! One vacancy exists in the General Services Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

Requirements

Forty-five (45) semester units from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Accounting, or related field.
Two (2) years of experience as a journey level buyer/procurement specialist with a governmental agency or large business procuring a variety and volume of items.
Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License at time of appointment.
Must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.
Must successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

A copy of degree or college transcripts must be uploaded and included in your on-line application for verification of requirement.

Responsibilities

Performs advanced procurement work and provides lead direction within the Purchasing division.
Prepares complex formal and informal bids and Requests for Proposals.
Procures materials, supplies, services, equipment, and projects.
Develops and reviews specifications.
Conducts bid and proposal openings.
Analyzes proposals and prepares evaluation reports.
Supports City departments in defining purchasing needs while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and City policies.
May provide lead direction to Procurement Specialists and support staff, offering guidance on complex specifications, bid processes, and procurement requirements.

Benefits

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
Accrue 8 - 14.66 hours per month based on years of service.
Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.
40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum.
Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
Provided through California SDI program.
$100 per month.
To reimburse retirement medical insurance and qualified medical expenses.
City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state.
Reciprocity with other CA public agencies.
Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service.
City employees do not participate in Social Security.
An optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.