PROCUREMENT COORDINATOR
ANALYST III
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIVISION
PROCUREMENT UNIT
Regular Position
The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) is a dynamic, innovative agency created in 1982 by the Board of Supervisors to generate affordable housing and economic redevelopment throughout Los Angeles County and participating cities. Funded primarily with federal grants, LACDA is an industry leader in sponsoring new solutions to housing and forming partnerships with private and public agencies. To apply, please visit our web site at (link removed)>
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the general direction of a Supervisor, this position performs procurement and contract administration support for the Los Angeles County Development Authority. The incumbent must maintain compliance with all relevant County, State, and Federal laws, ordinances, and internal policies and procedures.
Essential Job Duties
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned:
- Develop solicitation packages for procuring materials/supplies, professional services, construction and commodities.
- Analyze proposals.
- Determine contract strategies, soliciting and scheduling pre-bid meetings.
- Evaluate bids and proposals for compliance.
- Develop and monitor project management timelines.
- Coordinate contract specifications such as complying with insurance requirements.
- Determine prevailing wage for the projects, and approve payroll documents.
- Conduct internal audits, and perform other related duties as assigned.
The candidate must be proficient with web-based systems and Microsoft Office products including Excel and Word. The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to establish cooperative, working relationships with internal staff, other divisions, and outside vendors.
Ability to perform complex and multiple assignments concurrently while still maintaining attention to detail is critical to success in this position. Must be able to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments, work with limited supervision, and make sound independent decisions.
This position demands strong writing skills, attention to detail, multitasking, time management and planning skills while performing as a procurement subject matter expert committed to exceptional customer service and fair, open, competitive, timely, and ethical procurement practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in business or a related field
- Three (3) years of experience in Procurement and Contract Administration for a large business or public agency.
Completion of a certification program demonstrating advanced knowledge in the Procurement arena such as public contracts, or federal government contracting, is preferred but not required.
Additional Information
Equal Opportunity
Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion to advance our mission of building better lives and better neighborhoods.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you are an individual with a disability and need to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please call Los Angeles County Development Authority, Human Resources at (626)586-1687 or via email at hr.recruiter@lacda.org.
Application Process
To be considered, all applicants are required to apply online and include an updated resume.
In the Work Experience section of your online application, provide a description of the work you performed as it relates to the position. For each job held, include the dates of employment, name and address of your employer, position title, hours per week, and supervisor.
Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions. Do not answer "see resume.
Please include three (3) professional references in the "Reference" section of your application.
Failure to comply with this application process may result in disqualification.
Screening and Selection Process
Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted for an assessment test and/or interview. Please check the email account you used for the application process for a communication regarding the status of your application.
Salary compensation is dependent on qualifications (experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities). Initial salary placement is generally made between the start and mid-point of the posted range. New hires are not eligible to start at the maximum of the posted range.
Conditions of Employment
Prior to the start of employment, successful applicants will be subject to a post-offer medical examination and criminal background check as a condition of employment. Background check information will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.
Successful applicants must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License, an acceptable driving record, and must comply with the LACDA's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy during employment.
Proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Employment with the LACDA is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
DEADLINE: DECEMBER 22, 2023, AT 11:59PM
APPLY IMMEDIATELY, RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
RECRUITMENT NUMBER: 23109
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