Salary $66,872.00 - $85,571.00 Annually

Location Westminster, CO

Job Type Temporary Benefited

Job Number 24-00127

Department Finance

Division 23 Procurement Office

POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION The City of Westminster is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist to manage solicitation processes, issue purchase orders, conduct market research, and utilize cooperative contracts. Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulations while providing exceptional service to internal stakeholders.

The Procurement Specialist position presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the efficient procurement operations of the City of Westminster, ensuring compliance, cost-effectiveness, and timely procurement of goods and services to support citywide initiatives.

This is a temporary, 40 hours per week position that may last up to three (3) years and is intended to provide a professional opportunity to work in procurement in a municipal government setting. City benefits are provided. City Hall business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Temporary employees may be subject to termination at any time without cause, including cessation of funds.

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses and Certifications Required:

Associate degree, or higher, in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, Accounting, Purchasing, or closely related field from an accredited university or college Up to two (2) years of previous experience in a professional office environment involving general administrative, accounts payable, and strong customer service duties Prior experience with a variety of technologies, such as financial management systems and asset tracking databases Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and electronic procurement software Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills Ability to interpret and apply complex statutes, ordinances, and regulations Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities

Preferred: Bachelor's degree, or higher, in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, Purchasing or closely related field from an accredited university or college Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Background checks will include employment references and criminal history and when applicable, credit check, driver's license record, education verification Pre-employment drug screen Must be legally entitled to work in the United States