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Pierce County · 4 days ago

Procurement and Contracts Specialist 2 - Planning and Public Works

Greater Seattle Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$41/hr - $53/hr

3+ years exp

Pierce County is a diverse and fast-moving department filled with motivated professionals working to ensure reliable infrastructure to support livable communities. They are seeking a Procurement and Contracts Specialist 2 to lead contract management, administration, and compliance review for County procurement of goods and services, while collaborating with various divisions and stakeholders.

Government

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and/or perform procurement and contract monitoring and administration services for complex and high-risk contracts. Ensure all procurements and contracts with grant or federal funding meet federal, state and County requirements

Independently develop, negotiate, execute, and administer unique, complex, high-risk, legally binding contracts

Develop specialized contract terms and conditions as needed for individual contracts

Draft, recommend and implement Department-specific policies, procedures and processes for procurement, contracting and contract close-out

Create documentation and provide easy access to resources within the Business & Financial Operations Division that are in alignment with PCS guidance

Provide training on contract and procurement processes to divisions and vendors interested in contracting with PPW

Qualification

Public sector procurementContract administrationContract negotiationProcurement guidelines knowledgeSupervisory experienceAnalytical skillsSolution-orientedCommunicationDetail-orientedSelf-motivationFlexibility

Required

Any equivalent combination of education and experience

A resume and cover letter are required for this position

Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, or related area; AND

Two years of progressively responsible work experience in the area of public sector procurement and contracting, AND

One year of supervisory or lead experience is required

Preferred

Certifications in Procurement and Contracting such as CPPO, CPPB, NIGP-CPP

Experience in Public Works and goods/services contracting / purchasing

Experience in administering inter-locum agreements

Knowledge of RCWs, WACs and other procurement guidelines

State, County, or City Government contracting and procurement experience

Benefits

Pierce County offers professional development, robust online learning, and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.