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JOB SUMMARY:
Provides assistance to department in complying with overall purchasing goals and objectives for Fort Bend County. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department. 2 Positions are available; 1 is funded by Engineering Mobility Bond and 1 is funded by Parks Bond.
- Assists Purchasing Agent and Assistant Purchasing Agent with managing contracts and Processes term contracts and Bids/RFPs/RFQs to include but not limited to; preparing specifications, tabulations, award recommendations, etc. with limited supervision.
- Expedites preparation and execution of agreements with the County Attorney, department and vendor(s).
- Evaluates Bid/RFP/RFQ responses and participates in the evaluation committee process.
- Issues, modifies, and processes requisitions into purchase orders.
- Meets with new vendors initiating new products and/or services to the County.
- Assists Purchasing Agent and Assistant Purchasing Agent, as requested.
- Assists buyers with procedural questions.
- Attends educational/training seminars/conferences to keep well-informed of Public Purchasing requirements.
- Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- 3 years of job related experience. Experience with federal procurement requirements set by the federal government is preferred.
- Strong computer, verbal and written communication, with math and accounting skills.
- Interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Working Knowledge of Lawson/Information Financial System and the Onbase Electronic Content Management System preferred.
- Familiar with purchasing laws and statutes and federal requirements.
- Excellent Planning and organizational skills to manage work schedule and meet deadlines.
SALARY RANGE: $31.01 - $38.81 hourly, based on qualifications
CLOSING DATE: Upon filling 2 Positions
To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply
