NEOGOV · 19 hours ago
Deputy Contracts & Procurement Officer I
Salinas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$6,792.07/mo - $9,276.45/mo
1+ years expThe County of Monterey is a diverse community seeking a Deputy Contracts and Procurement Officer I to assist with contracting and procurement duties. This role involves professional analytical work to ensure compliance with laws and policies while supporting County departments in their procurement needs.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Assists in monitoring, reviewing and evaluating centralized and delegated procurement/contracting activities and ensures their compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and County policies and procedures; collaborates with County departments to determine procurement needs and legal requirement
Assists in preparing bid specifications and solicitation documents; analyzes bid and proposal responses; participates in contract negotiations; develops and drafts agreements, contract terms, and scope of work. Conducts cost and price analysis to identify potential cost savings
Monitors execution of contracts to ensure compliance with contractual provisions, performance standards, and funding requirements; utilizes the County’s Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) and other procurement systems to manage procurement and contracting functions
Develops and maintains professional relationships with vendors; ensures vendor registration is in compliance with Federal, State and local requirements; conducts vendor data audits and IRS verifications; collaborates with County Counsel, Risk Management and other stakeholders to ensure compliance and risk mitigation
May attend and provide deputy procurement agent support at formal County construction bid openings in compliance with State requirements and County Ordinances
May attend and provide deputy purchasing agent support at formal County construction bid openings in compliance with State requirements and County Ordinances
Coordinates with County departments, vendors, the public, and external agencies
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to one (1) year of experience in governmental or large organizational procurement, procurement, contract administration or a related field
Completion of course work from an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration or a related field
Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority
Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency
Working Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental procurement and contract administration
Working Knowledge of methods and procedures used in the preparation of bid specifications, solicitations, bid analysis, and contract negotiation/development
Some Knowledge of automated procurement and contract management systems
Skill and Ability to collect, interpret and evaluate data, validate conclusions and define/select alternatives
Skill and Ability to read and comprehend complex material such as contracts, ordinances, legislation, policies, procedures, directives, and manuals
Skill and Ability to understand, interpret and apply Federal, State and local laws, rules, regulations and policies related to contractual service agreements and procurement
Skill and Ability to learn to exercise independent judgment and initiative
Skill and Ability to analyze and resolve problems and complaints
Skill and Ability to provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships
Skill and Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in order to transmit information and instructions at all functioning levels of the County, to the general public, as well as private and public agencies
Benefits
The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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