ADVANCED BUYER.2322

Title: Advanced Buyer

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under general supervision, facilitates the contract process for the Chicago Park District purchases equal to or exceeding $10,000. Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with Park District departments to develop procurement projects in accordance with Park District purchasing and contracting regulations and local, state and/or federal requirements.
• Prepares, drafts and edits invitations for Bid (IFB), Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) for service and commodity purchases.
• Advertise IFBs, RFPs and RFQs.
• Conducts pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences.
• Conducts bid openings.
• Conducts evaluation committee meetings for proposals and qualifications submitted in response to RFPs and RFQs.
• Performs best practices research. Prepares and drafts correspondence and reports.
• Reviews bids, proposals and qualifications for responsiveness.
• Prepares and drafts contract modifications and amendments.
• Participates in outreach activities and attends meetings and events for Park District procurement which may occur during non-business hours.
• Liaison with Park District contractors during contract term.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree and five (5) or more years of experience procuring and contracting a variety of materials, supplies, equipment and services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the full range of guidelines, laws, rules and regulations which govern procurement and contracting as applicable to the Chicago Park District. Knowledge of procurement and contracting procedures. Ability to research, write and edit procurement project scopes and specifications. Ability to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze technical information and data and make recommendations. Effective oral and written communication skills. Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

General work area is indoors, in a smoke-free environment, with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting. Perform tasks that involve use of hands to finger, handle or feel, walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching and sitting. Performs lifting tasks up to 25 pounds.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job duties are to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

BENEFITS:

As a full-time Chicago Park District employee, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• 13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days in first year of employment).
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
• 4 paid personal days per year.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility).
• Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees'
• Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
• Optional pre-tax programs – Transit
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
Free Admission to most Chicago museums.

Rate of Pay: $69,818.67/annually