Senior Purchasing and Contracts Specialist

Senior Purchasing and Contracts Specialist Under direction from the appropriate level supervisor or manager, leads, guides, oversees, trains, and provides functional and technical work direction to assigned staff; performs the most complex duties and functions of the staff responsible for the preparation, review, analysis, processing, monitoring, and reporting of purchase orders, bids, RFPs, and contracts; assists in the development, review, analysis, facilitation, monitoring, and reporting of bids and Requests for Proposals (RFP); administers single-aspect/basic RFPs and bids, as assigned; serves as the departmental representative for monthly and fiscal year-end closing tasks; assists with the implementation of departmental policies and procedures. Representative Duties Assists with leading the day-to-day operation of the assigned department; performs the most complex work of the unit; provides functional and technical work direction, leads, plans, trains, supports, and reviews the work of staff responsible for the preparation, review, analysis, processing, monitoring, and reporting of purchase orders and contracts; utilizes proper work methods, techniques, and maintains compliance with applicable standards and specifications; ensures work is completed in a timely and efficient manner; participates in the selection of new staff and serves on committees, as needed. Qualifications Knowledge of: Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, policies, procedures, rules, restrictions, and regulations of the assigned area, including those affecting public procurement and bidding requirements, applicable Board Policies and Administrative Regulations, California Education Code, Public Contracting Code, and Government Code. Ability to: Assist in the day-to-day leadership of the Purchasing and Contracts Department. Education and Experience Guidelines Education/training: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in purchasing, business, or a related field. Certified Public Procurement Buyer certification is desirable. Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible purchasing and contract experience, preferably including experience in a lead role within the purchasing and contracts office of a public agency. Desirable experience: Extensive involvement in the operation and development of automated systems and software. Notice to all Candidates for Employment The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99‑603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. The South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) will not sponsor any visa applications. Employees must reside in California while employed with the SOCCCD. Non-Discrimination Notice The SOCCCD provides access to its services, classes, and programs without regard to national origin, immigration status, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, medical condition, military and veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. California Fair Chance Act The SOCCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the SOCCCD is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Equal Employment Opportunity The SOCCCD is looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present within our community.

THE SOCCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

THE SOCCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.