Procurement Officer

Advanced Procurement Services Position

Ready for your dream job? This position will perform advanced procurement services associated with the acquisition of commodities, services, design, construction, reconstruction, and/or remodel of County facilities, including professional services, etc. These duties are carried out with the highest ethical standards.

The Office of Procurement Services (OPS) is the central procurement agency for all County departments. We make sure departments can get what they need when they need it to deliver necessary public services. OPS also has responsibility for countywide contract compliance, records management, and PCard program administration. Come be a part of this award-winning team.

Proud to Offer:

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require:

• Two years of professional procurement experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements:

• CAPA certification within 6 months of hire
• Professional Certification (CPPO/CPPB) within three years of hire

We Also Value:

Public sector procurement experience

Job Contributions:

• Prepare and issue formal solicitations, including Invitations for Bids, Requests for Proposals, Invitation to Negotiate, and Requests for Qualifications
• Provide training to using agencies on procurement best practices
• Conduct public pre-bid/proposal conferences and public solicitation openings, and serve as chairperson/facilitator for evaluation meetings and requesting Best and Final Offers
• Evaluate responses to solicitations based on vendor qualifications, price, and conformance requirements
• Develop and manage contracts for a wide variety of supplies, services, consultants, and capital equipment, including analysis, evaluation, and approval of contractor change orders and contract amendments
• Monitor and evaluate contractor performance and contract renewals, and address vendor/contractor deficiencies
• Serve as a commodity and service specialist and information resource to user departments, other government entities, and the public to interpret, explain, and make decisions regarding public procurement law and department policies
• Research and advise departments on market trends, new product and service developments, and alternative source selection to assist in developing the requirements scope of work, or technical specifications

Working Conditions:

• This position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
• The standard schedule for this role is Monday through Friday, 8 am 5 pm, at the downtown Phoenix office. Alternative hybrid options may be available after the training period
• Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time

Selection Procedure:

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process.