Salary: $36.38 - $45.47 Hourly
Location : Financial Services, 197 S. Main Street, Suite 302, Yuma, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 149JG
Department: Financial Services
Opening Date: 11/12/2026
Closing Date: 11/25/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Job SummaryThis position is advertised from the minimum to the midpoint hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.NATURE OF WORKUnder minimal supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in the preparation and review of bidding documents and contract agreements; provides technical guidance in the interpretation and implementation of procurement law; assures compliance with the County's procurement and purchasing policies, state and federal laws, rules, and procedures; maintains procurement system; and serves as liaison with Information Technology Services; supervises professional and paraprofessional staff; this position has department specific responsibility.
Nature of Work(Illustrative Only) Prepares, reviews and monitors bid and specifications; solicits bids and quotes; prepares and reviews contracts and purchase agreements for equipment, materials, and services; coordinates with legal counsel on review of bid documents, contractual agreements, and updates to the County's procurement policies and procedures; creates, develops, evaluates, and implements procurement related policies and procedures; provides technical guidance in the review, development, and implementation of County's procurement policies and purchasing procedures at a County-wide level; coordinates and work with other departments requesting assistance with the procurement process and with the procurement module; assists in reviewing and testing Oracle produced data, ensuring accuracy; may prepare correspondence for signature or review; researches and analyzes computer related problems of functional areas by evaluating the work flow; maintains approval hierarchy of the current procurement system; supervises, trains and evaluates purchasing and front desk staff; manages/maintains procurement module and provides required user training; may represent department or section, including attendance at Board of Supervisors meetings; maintains high standards of confidentiality; liaison between Financial Services and Information Technology Services; creates, updates, and maintains the department's web page as needed; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.
Experience and EducationBachelor's degree in purchasing, business administration, or closely related field; three years of purchasing experience; governmental purchasing and inventory control experience and two years of which is in a supervisory capacity or combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) preferred, but not required; requires successful completion of a background check.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of: County policies and procedures; Arizona State's procurement policies and procedures; Federal procurement law and procedures; the preparation of bidding documents and specifications for the purchase of equipment, materials or services; the principles of procurement accounting and records retention management; web site development and maintenance
Skill in: Researching, analyzing, and determining computer problems, user needs, and solutions within the Financial Services computer modules; the preparation and maintenance of complex documents, records, and reports; evaluating computer equipment, hardware and software systems; developing comprehensive training manuals and documentation; defining and maintaining system access controls and system security procedures; developing and maintaining comprehensive web site for department; verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to: Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; follow written and verbal instructions; use modern office equipment and computers; in assigning and leading the work of others; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Work EnvironmentThe usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity; generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing; working at a computer monitor for extended periods required.; the job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.
Medical Coverage Category The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from two (2) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families.
Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 1100 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.
Plan Option 2: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.
Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account. If employees select Employee only and participate in the "Wellness Incentive" employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes.
International Medical Solutions (IMS): IMS is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and HDHP. Members enrolled in the PPO plan can pay as little as $5 copay for doctor visits & prescription drug services, with no maximum cap. High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) pay toward their deductible until is met. After the deductible is satisfied, the plan will pay 80% of the services covered, and the member will be responsible for the remaining 20% coinsurance.
This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.
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