Town of Burlington, MA · 9 hours ago
Procurement Specialist-DPW
Burlington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$31.61/hr - $45.16/hr
5+ years expThe Town of Burlington is seeking a Procurement Specialist-DPW to support procurement, purchasing, and contract administration for the Department of Public Works Engineering office. The role involves coordinating procurement activities, maintaining records, and liaising with vendors and contractors to ensure compliance with procurement requirements.
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Responsibilities
Provide administrative and procurement support to the DPW Engineering Division
Coordinates and supports DPW procurement activities, including preparation and processing of purchase orders, requests for quotes, bids, and contract documentation in accordance with Massachusetts procurement requirements and Town policies
Assists with contract administration, including maintaining contract files, tracking renewals, and budgets
Services as liaison with vendors, contractors, and internal departments regarding procurement and purchasing matters
Input and maintain in database and/or GIS format: the plan imaging system, utility permitting, other Town infrastructure, records and filing systems
Maintain accurate departmental records and filing systems
Preparing and maintain forms, reports, and correspondence and related information for office
Assists with tracking departmental expenditures, purchase activity, and budget-related documentation for DPW Engineering projects
Process invoices and payment for the department
Qualification
Required
Five years of administrative, procurement, purchasing, or related experience, preferably in municipal or public-sector environment
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
Proficiency with standard office software and electronic record-keeping systems
Designation as a Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO), or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of employment
Benefits
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off - vacation, sick, personal, holiday
Pension Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
Town of Burlington, MA
Burlington’s origins as a small agricultural community are scarcely visible today, but remnants persist in roads that still crisscross its hilly terrain and in a few, prized historic properties.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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