Support Services Manager

Support Services Manager

Solano County is seeking a strategic, collaborative and service-focused Support Services Manager to oversee and support six diverse General Services divisions: Capital Projects Management, Fleet Management, Facilities Operations, Purchasing, Nut Tree Airport, and Real Estate Services. The Support Services Manager collaborates with executives, department heads, staff, community partners, vendors, and representatives from other public agencies.

Under general direction, the Support Services Manager plans, organizes, directs and oversees the fiscal, procurement and administrative duties in the General Services Department. Incumbents in this class will act as the Deputy Purchasing Agent for the County. The class/position is an at-will position, exempt from civil service. The incumbent(s) serves at the discretion of the Appointment Authority.

The ideal candidate has experience in:

• Government purchasing operations
• Interpreting and applying laws, rules and regulations governing public procurement
• Developing and writing complex formal bid documents and Requests for Proposals (RFP's)
• Establishing and implementing purchasing practices and procedures
• Providing training, guidance, and support across various programs and departments
• Compiling, analyzing, and presenting financial and statistical data
• Assessing challenges and adapting strategies to meet evolving departmental and County priorities and operational needs

Minimum qualifications include:

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a field related to the intent of the class is required.
• Experience: Five (5) years of administrative and/or managerial experience, of which at least one (1) year in professional purchasing or supply management position, and two (2) years of supervisory experience in any field, preferably in a public sector setting.
• Licensing, Certification and Registration Requirements:
• Applicants are required to possess a valid California Driver's License, Class C.
• Possession of one of the following professional certifications is highly desirable:
• Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified International Purchasing Professional (CIPP), Certified International Advanced Purchasing Professional (CIAPP).

The selection process will include an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.