Procurement & Contracts Branch Manager

Posting Date

09 / 30 / 24

Application Deadline

10 / 05 / 24

Pay Range

$62,000 - $102,500 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Flood Control District

About the Position

Are you committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity? In this pivotal role, you will be involved with all facets of procurement, encompassing professional services, construction, supplies, services, and capital equipment purchases.

You will lead a dedicated team of four professionals, ensuring seamless operations and excellence. As the District's liaison with the Office of Procurement Services, you will coordinate construction contracts and ensure strict adherence to the Maricopa County Procurement Code, County policies, and State regulations.

About Us

Flood Control? In a Desert? Absolutely!

Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons - the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains.

Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here every day! Join our innovative team to help create a safer community for our ever-changing County!

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Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Employee discounts for goods and services

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

Three years of contract management, procurement, or purchasing experience

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or a related field

An equivalent combination of related post-secondary education and / or job-related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis

Must obtain CAPA certification within six months of hire

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

We Also Value

Experience in public sector procurement and / or contracting

Experience in construction procurement and contract administration

Experience managing Job Order Contracts or Construction Manager at Risk Contracts

Job Contributions

Represent the Flood Control District in all matters of procurement with professionalism and sound judgment

Responsible for procurement staff workload assignment and monitoring, performance measurement, training, and hiring, with emphasis on proficient contract delivery and excellent customer service

Coordinate the needs of all Divisions, prioritizing procurement to meet the District's mission and goals

Review construction and professional service contracts, contract amendments, work assignments, change orders, payments, and related technical and budget documents for completeness

Review purchase orders, insurance certificates, bonds, and other contract-related documents for compliance with contract terms, regulations, and policies

Create / update procurement policies, processes, and procedures

Work with cross-functional teams, review committee makeup, oversee pre-bid meetings, bid openings, evaluation meetings, and interviews

Oversee submittal of all District agenda items and associate documents to the Board of Directors

Prepare regular and ad hoc reports and analysis

Conduct contract compliance audits and assist with all procurement-related audits

Working Conditions

Must be able to work in a typical indoor office environment and occasionally outdoors. Must have the manual dexterity of hands and body to operate office equipment, lifting boxes of paper and files weighing up to 30 pounds.

Must be able to manage frequent interruptions, time pressures, high work volumes, multiple and complicated tasks, unscheduled tasks, and team-oriented activities.

Must constantly maintain concentration, accuracy, ethical behavior, and a professional demeanor.

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

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.

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