Procurement Specialist I​/II

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Working Title of Vacant Position

Working Title of Vacant Position Procurement Specialist I/II

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies 2

Department PURCHASING

Division PURCHASING

Requisition Number 2026403

Number of hours worked per week 40

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement O
- Occasional

Pay Grade GE09

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

• Starting salary commensurate with education and experience.

The City of Chesapeake is looking for motivated candidates interested in starting or growing a career in public procurement. Whether you are just beginning your journey or already have some experience, this is a great opportunity to join a well-respected organization known for its stability and strong service to the community.

• Assists City personnel by reviewing standard requisitions and supporting the procurement of goods and services, ensuring timely processing and adherence to related regulations.
• Prepares and revises bid standard solicitation documents for competitive sealed bids and negotiations.
• Solicits proposals and/or bids for various City departments for routine procurements of professional services, non-professional services, equipment, goods, and other services.
• Coordinates with bidders to research availability of goods and services, determine awards, provide guidance, and respond to questions and concerns.
• Places purchase orders for supplies, materials, and equipment through competitive bidding.
• Organizes and directs pre-bid conferences and proposal evaluation committees; presents findings to management.
• Prepares documentation such as reports and correspondence to communicate information and maintain vendor relations, as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our
Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Vocational/Educational Requirement:

Procurement Specialist I: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or a closely related field. A master’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field can substitute for one year of related full-time experience.

Procurement Specialist II: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or a closely related field.

Experience:

Procurement Specialist I: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this job class requires a minimum of one year of directly related, full-time equivalent experience or a minimum of three years of full-time experience in a position that requires the following professional skills: coordination of people, programs, tasks and/or money; written and verbal communication; customer service; attention to detail; and working in a team environment.

Procurement Specialist II: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience in formal complex solicitations such as Request for Proposals and Invitation for Bids.

Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards
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Procurement Specialist II: Governmental procurement certifications VCA , PPA , or other equivalent are desired. Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with…