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City of Phoenix · 8 hours ago

Contracts Specialist II - Water Services Procurement

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$69K/yr - $113K/yr

3+ years exp

The City of Phoenix is a forward-thinking utility dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a resilient infrastructure. The Contracts Specialist II will perform advanced-level procurement activities, including developing solicitations, evaluating proposals, negotiating terms, and administering contracts to drive strategic sourcing initiatives.

Government

Responsibilities

Perform advanced-level procurement activities for goods and services

Develop and issue solicitations, evaluate proposals, negotiate terms, award contracts, and administer complex agreements

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and identify cost-saving opportunities through effective procurement practices

Supervise Contracts Specialist I staff or other employees involved in contract procurement and administration

Qualification

StrategicAnalytical SkillsContract writingProcurement best practicesNegotiationProject managementCustomer serviceCommunication skillsTime management

Required

Three years of experience working with governmental contracts or experience assisting a contracts administrator in contract preparation

Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted

All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position

Preferred

Professional certification (e.g., NIGP, ISM, NCMA) or progress toward certification

Experience in/with managing solicitations, bids, and complex contracts from initiation through award and administration

Experience in contract writing, negotiation, and procurement best practices, including cost-saving strategies

Experience in interpreting and applying local, state, and federal procurement regulations

Experience in developing scopes of work/specifications and reviewing for accuracy and completeness

Experience in drafting and editing professional correspondence and contract documents

Experience in analyzing reports and preparing performance-related documentation

Experience in project management and private industry procurement

Benefits

Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information

401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions

Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans

Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan

Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually

Dental, vision, and life insurance options

Employer paid long-term disability

Free Bus/light rail pass

Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year

Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days

Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi