Procurement Specialist

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, responsible for assisting in best-in-class strategic procurement to leverage District-wide annual purchase volume while ensuring tangible benefits and value. Perform procurement duties related to purchasing by specification and competitive bidding for the acquisition of general and specialized commodity areas such as equipment, materials, supplies, technology; and professional services and construction services for the District; perform duties in a cost effective, ethical, efficient, timely, professional, customer service oriented manner in accordance with district’s policies, procedures, guidelines, and applicable government regulation and laws With schools dating back to the 1870s, the award-winning Riverside Unified School District (RUSD) is now the 16th largest school district in California. RUSD educates nearly 42,000 students across 50 schools in Riverside. The District serves a large portion of Riverside as well as the unincorporated areas of Highgrove and Woodcrest. RUSD is led by its 12th Superintendent, Ms. Renee Hill and is governed by a Board of Education comprised of publicly elected officials who serve five different trustee areas. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent and three years of experience in public procurement or related field OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Driver’s License and driving record acceptable to the District’s insurance partners. Access to a vehicle with valid automobile insurance.

Salary : $30 - $36