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Procurement Specialist I

Are you interested in a dynamic and detail-oriented career supporting the Agency's purchasing and contracting operations? The Agency is seeking a motivated and service-focused professional to join our team as a Procurement Specialist I. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant acquisition of goods and services that support the Agency's operational and business needs.

As a Procurement Specialist I, you will perform a wide range of purchasing and contract administration duties, including processing requisitions, issuing purchase orders, obtaining and analyzing vendor quotes, and maintaining vendor records. You will serve as a resource to Agency staff by providing technical guidance on procurement policies and procedures, assisting with specifications and informal quotes, and ensuring all documentation meets regulatory and Agency requirements. Through collaboration with internal departments and external vendors, you will contribute to efficient procurement processes, cost-effective purchasing decisions, and strong vendor relationships, helping the Agency maintain high standards of accountability, compliance, and operational excellence. Also, in the role you will assist with PCard management, ensuring Agency staff are complying with Agency PCard program policy and procedures, which consist of, but are not limited to, statement audit, reconciliation, training, creation of training materials, processing of increases, and profile maintenance, request for PCard, and profile update.

Education, Training, and Experience: A combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Two years of college-level coursework in business administration, public administration, purchasing, materials management or a related field.
• At least two years of progressively responsible experience in procurement.
• Experience in a public agency is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to collaborate across departments and with vendors to support purchasing activities, contract administration, and timely acquisition of goods and services.
• Experience conducting market research and price analysis, and evaluating vendor qualifications, quotes, and bids for compliance and best value.
• Skilled in supporting procurement coordination, including assisting with specifications, managing purchasing timelines, maintaining vendor and contract records, and tracking purchase orders.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills to assess purchasing requests and vendor proposals, identify risks or discrepancies, and recommend efficient, compliant solutions.

The Inland Empire Utilities Agency is a regional wastewater treatment agency and wholesale distributor of imported water to approximately 950,000 people across 242-square miles in western San Bernardino County. Under the leadership of a directly elected five-member Board of Directors, the Agency is committed to supporting the needs of its service area and safeguarding public health through significant investments in a diverse water supply portfolio, reliable municipal/industrial wastewater collection and treatment services, and other related utility services in a regionally planned and cost-effective manner.

As a member agency of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan), IEUA provides supplemental water supplies, primarily via the State Water Project (SWP) for distribution among nine retail agencies. IEUA also replenishes local groundwater supplies with captured stormwater and recycled water produced by IEUA that is later extracted by local water agencies for use as a drinking water supply.

At IEUA, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture that promotes growth, accountability, and collaboration. Our eight organizational attributes are the foundations of our success and guide us in our daily operations.

• Safety
• Continuous Learning and Improvement
• Efficiency
• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Coaching for Performance
• Respect
• Employee Engagement

Click the links to learn more about our Agency's Mission, Vision, and Values, including our Strategic Plan.

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted on a continuous basis. The deadline for first review is Wednesday, March 11, at 11:59 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as this recruitment may close at anytime after the first review period.

There is one (1) vacancy in the Finance Department. This recruitment is being conducted to fill one (1) vacancy and will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the active status of the eligibility list.

Salary Range: PR 174 FLSA: Non-Exempt Probationary Period: 12 months

All employment applications will be reviewed for accuracy, completion, relevant experience, education, training and other job-related qualifications. Applicants with the strongest background relating to the responsibilities of this position will be invited to participate in the testing process which may include one or more of the following: written test, oral interview, performance/practical examination. A second round of interviews may also be conducted. Communications regarding this recruitment will be sent by email, and candidates will need to monitor their inbox/spam/junk email folder regularly to ensure they do not miss any relevant communication.

Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (909) 993-1640 or hrdept@ieua.org at least 72 hours in advance of the need for accommodation.

The Inland Empire Utilities Agency does not sponsor employment visas at the time of hire or during the course of employment. All applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.