Procurement & Supply Specialist

Position: Procurement & Supply Specialist 1
The Opportunity:

The Procurement & Supply Specialist 1 will provide fiscal support in the area of Purchasing, under the general supervision of the Associate Director of Business Operations. This position operates in a fast-paced environment, handling a high volume of incoming documents and performing a variety of purchasing functions. This position will support the campus community to procure supplies, services, materials, and equipment, issue bids, and awards contracts within dollar limitations assigned by the purchasing authority in support of the Institution.

The position is necessary to ensure that State requirements are being followed to procure the goods and services in support of the institution's mission. This position is also essential for effectively working with vendors and college staff to resolve purchasing items and related issues.

This is a full-time, classified position working 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. This position works for the Business Office on the main campus located in Mount Vernon, Washington.

The

Location:

Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People's, especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, Nooksack Indian Tribe, and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver, BC, SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation, urban arts scenes, and local cultural events.

SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon, Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island, and centers in Friday Harbor, a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes, and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.

Mission:
Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational, personal, and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.

Vision:
The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to:

* Equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community;

* Our Guiding Principles;

* Decisions based on strategy and evidence;

* The development of our employees;

* A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

Guiding Principles:
Respect, Integrity, Open and Honest Communication, Collaboration,

and Compassion.

About SVC:
Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelor's degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC's Vision statement; "Leading with racial equity, our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service to our diverse communities."

SVC's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access, achievement, and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms, policies, and practices to foster the success of all.

SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics in the district, particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity-minded leadership, faculty, and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.

Skagit Valley College offers:

An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.

* Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship.

* Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.

* Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban, and urban lifestyles.

* Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments.

* Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Procurement Related

* Assists campus community in identifying needed commodities and services, determines appropriate course of action/procurement, including, but not limited to, competitive bids, sole source acquisitions, requests for proposal, or direct negotiations;

* Reviews and prioritizes requests in accordance with approved guidelines;

* Performs ongoing communication between campus staff and suppliers to ensure goods and services are delivered in accordance with contract requirements and prices remain competitive;

* Researches…