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Procurement Consultant

This is a departmental promotional opportunity. Only current employees of the Hamilton County Procurement Department will be considered for this position. This posting is for two (2) vacancies. Under general supervision, provides administrative and managerial support and assistance in the daily management of procurement-related processes, technology, and procedures in the Procurement Department.

In addition to the general tasks, the Procurement Consultant will have one of the following specialties designated as their major accountability:

Sealed Solicitations Management Under general supervision manages the sealed solicitation process, providing guidance to user departments, and ensures adherence to established rules and procedures.

P-Card Management Under general supervision manages the County's P-card Program, providing guidance to user departments across the County, and ensures adherence to established rules and procedures of the P-card Program.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws, regulations and statutes governing public procurement. Knowledge of principles, practices, procedures and trends of public procurement. Knowledge of management and administration methods, practices and procedures, including but not limited to accounting, financial controls, auditing procedures, budget development and administration. Knowledge of Hamilton County policies and procedures. Knowledge of Hamilton County budget and accounting systems. Knowledge of types of supplies, materials and equipment commonly used in the County. Knowledge of Federal grants legislation as it relates to procurement. Knowledge of contract negotiation and administration. Knowledge of customer service/public relations methods, practices and procedures. Knowledge of federal, state, and county funding sources, budgetary planning, development and implementation methods, practices and procedures. Knowledge of computers, system technologies and workplace implementation of new technology applications.

Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying Tennessee Code Annotated, related policies and procedures, applicable Federal rules and regulations, and Hamilton County policies and procedures. Skill in identifying, establishing and implementing operational standards, policies, procedures, and systems for the department, as well as more broadly across the organization. Skill in analyzing administrative, operational, procedural, managerial, fiscal and other issues/problems and making viable recommendations for solutions. Skill utilizing a consultative approach in both verbal and written communication in the development of bid/proposal specifications/documents, reports, presentations, & contracts. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships, with people at all levels both inside (including other County Departments and Elected Officials) and outside the organization. Skill in developing, negotiating, analyzing, and interpreting bid/proposal documents and contracts. Skills in effectively organizing and presenting the results of complex research or analysis. Skill developing and implementing internal controls, policies and procedures. Skill in working under pressure of deadlines. Skill in working with internally and externally developed software applications. Skill utilizing customer service/public relations techniques responding to inquiries and complaints. Skill in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and database management applications. Skill in working independently with only general guidance / direction, taking initiative in delivering results.

A Bachelor's Degree in Procurement/Purchasing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field with seven (7) years of direct work experience in project management, procurement, or purchasing. A valid driver's license is required. OR An Associate's Degree in Procurement/Purchasing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field with nine (9) years of direct work experience in project management, procurement, or purchasing. A valid driver's license is required. OR The equivalent of a high school diploma with eleven (11) years of direct work experience in project management, procurement, or purchasing. A valid driver's license is required.

NIGP Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or Officer (CPPO) certification is required at the time of hire or must be obtained within 3 years of date of hire. Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level.

This employee must be available during the "core" work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday Friday. This position is a full-time position requiring 40 hours of work per week. Core hours and/or days may be changed dependent on department needs.

The physical demands described here are representative of but not limited to, those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Work requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, kneeling, bending and walking. Extensive typing and keyboarding are required.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change. All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.