What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Procurement Contract Services Specialist/ Procurement Contract Services Specialist position at County of Yolo?
The County of Yolo is recruiting for one position in the class of Procurement Contract Services Specialist at the General Services Department. Positions will be filled at the Associate Procurement Contract Services Specialist or the Procurement Contract Services Specialist level depending upon the selected candidate's background and experience.
The salary range for the two classification levels are as follows:
Associate Procurement Contract Services Specialist: $63,876 - $77,646. Annually
Procurement Contract Services Specialist: $72,592 - $88,254 Annually
The ideal candidate for the Associate Procurement Contract Services Specialist/ Procurement Contract Services Specialist position will have a strong foundation in procurement and contract management, with experience handling both informal and formal solicitations. They will possess exceptional writing skills, enabling them to draft clear, precise, and legally compliant solicitation documents, contracts, and reports.
A successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of public procurement processes, best practices, and applicable regulations. They should have experience developing and evaluating requests for proposals (RFPs), invitations for bids (IFBs), and other procurement solicitations while ensuring transparency, fairness, and compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines are essential. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively with internal departments, vendors, and stakeholders.
The Position
The Procurement Contract Services Specialist class has two salary levels, and positions in this class are flexibly staffed. The level at which appointments are made is at the discretion of the appointing authority. The Procurement Contract Services Specialist series is a specialized class exclusively assigned to the Procurement Division and distinguished from other classes in that the former is assigned the full scope of County procurement duties.
The Associate Procurement Contract Services Specialist is the entry professional level class in this class series. Initially, incumbents work under close supervision and are given detailed instructions in the performance of duties related to the procurement of supplies, materials, equipment, and services that are more structured and repetitive than those assigned as the Procurement Contract Services Specialist. As skills and knowledge are developed, incumbents are expected to perform increasingly responsible and more difficult assignments. At the discretion of the appointing authority, incumbents may advance to the next higher level after demonstrating the ability to perform the full journey level duties of the class.
The Procurement Contract Services Specialist is the full journey level class responsible for performing the full range and scope of work. Incumbents work under general supervision and are expected to be proficient in performing a variety of responsible and difficult duties related to the procurement of supplies, materials, equipment, and services. These classes are distinguished from the Procurement Contract Services Officer in that the latter is the advanced journey level in the Procurement Contract Services Specialist series and performs the most complex and sensitive procurement matters in addition to leading and/or supervising the work of professional, paraprofessional, and clerical staff.
How To Apply
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Minimum Qualifications
Associate Procurement Contract Services Specialist
Education: High school diploma or GED; ANDExperience: Five (5) years of administrative experience, preferably within a public agency, performing duties related to procurement, inventory control, or accounts payable.
OR
Education: Associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Procurement, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, or other closely related field; AND
Experience: Two (2) years of administrative experience, preferably within a public agency, performing duties related to procurement, inventory control, or accounts payable.
OR
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Procurement, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, or other closely related field.
Additional Requirements
- Form 700 Disclosures: Must complete the California Fair Political Practices Commission Form 700 and file the Form with the County when required.
- License: Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience working as an Associate Procurement Contract Services Specialist with the County of Yolo.
OR
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Procurement, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, or other closely related field; AND
Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing extensive work with public sector procurement processes and administering the full cycle competitive solicitation process.
OR
Substitution: Additional experience in a position comparable to an Associate Procurement Contract Services Specialist at the County of Yolo may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years.
Certification: A Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) and/or the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) designation must be obtained within four (4) years of appointment to the Procurement Contract Services Specialist level. Certifications must be maintained as required.
Additional Requirements
- Form 700 Disclosures: Must complete the California Fair Political Practices Commission Form 700 and file the Form with the County when required.
- License: Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office in any one or more of the following ways:
* As an attachment to the online application
* By e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org
* By fax to (530) 666-8049
* By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail.
- Screening for Minimum Qualifications
- Screening for Best Qualified
- Department Selection Interviews
- Reference Checks
- Conditional Job Offer, pending Pre-Employment Exams
- Drug & Alcohol Screening
- Department of Justice LiveScan
- Confirmed Job Offer
Acceptable forms of certification and/or formal training documentation are certificates that list the applicant's name, institution name, course title and date the certificate was awarded. If applicable, the verifying documentation should include a certification/license number as well as an expiration date.
Acceptable forms of educational documentation are official or unofficial transcripts that list the student's name, institution name, field of study and date the degree was awarded.
It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.
Salary : $63,876 - $77,646
