Procurement and Contracts Specialist 1

In this role with the Procurement and Contracts Division, you will support County‑wide procurement efforts by reviewing documents for errors in spelling, formatting, verification, and matching. You will use technology such as Workday and DocuSign, and work with IT and vendors for data uploads and maintenance. Your knowledge of contract administration and customer support will ensure accurate and consistent procurement for the County. Core Daily Responsibilities Prepare ITBs, RFPs, and RFQs for procurement of goods and services and for publicly advertised technical, professional, engineering, and construction service contracts. Research, recommend, and develop procurement methods, including traditional and standard methods. Write and edit scopes of work; review and modify contractual specifications for compliance with all laws, policies, and procedures. Manage the procurement process from creation of solicitation documents up to Notice to Proceed, ensuring correct bidding requirements and appropriate selection criteria, phases, and weighting. Conduct and participate in the RFP/Bid evaluation process, assuring proposer/bidder responsibility and issuing award letters. Participate in and oversee negotiations, review rates and advise County end‑users on contractual issues. Assist in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing contract documents and ensuring contract execution. Assist consultants/contractors with invoicing, drafting, reviewing, and processing amendments, change orders, and close‑out documents. Ensure compliance requirements are met and documented. Conduct site visits and inspections. Assist in increasing contracting opportunities for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, Pierce County businesses, small businesses, and Veteran‑owned businesses. Minimum Qualifications Two years of progressively responsible work experience in public sector procurement and contracting, accounting, or related field. Two years of college‑level coursework in accounting, data processing, business administration or related field. Additional education and/or work experience may substitute for a year‑for‑year basis for the recruiting requirements. A résumé and cover letter are required for this position. A background check is required for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pierce County