Procurement Contracts Specialist

Salary : $7,139.00 - $8,525.00 Monthly
Location : City of Camas, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
Bargaining Unit: CPEA

Job Description
The City of Camas Finance Department is seeking qualified applicants for a Procurement Contracts Specialist. This position will mainly support citywide procurement operations within the Finance Department.
The hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and there is some opportunity for remote work up to 2 days/week. The position is represented by the Camas Public Employees' Association and is eligible for a full benefits package.
Job Duties
This position will collaboratively work with the Public Works Procurement Contracts Specialist to support one another and strengthen procurement processes across the organization. The selected individual will be responsible for administering and managing contracts throughout the procurement lifecycle, ensuring compliance with applicable policies, best practices, and legal requirements. They will play a key role in supporting efficient, transparent, and effective procurement and contracting operations across the City. Responsible for reviewing, drafting, and processing formal and informal bidding documents, requests for proposals (RFPs), and qualifications-based selections. This position will provide expert technical assistance and collaborative support to internal city staff and external contractors.

Minimum Qualifications
Candidates for this position shall have:

• Equivalent to bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics or Supply Management, Legal Studies, or related field
• Two years of experience in procurement or purchasing and related legal terminology
• Familiar with e-procurement and contract management preferred
• Washington State public sector experience preferred
• APWA Contract Administration Committee (CAEC) certification or equivalent

In addition to the job description requirements, the preferred candidate will possess the following attributes: proactive, positive attitude, ability to take initiative, excellent customer service skills and the diplomatic versatility needed to guide partners through heavily regulatory processes, good verbal and written communication skills, excellent computer skills, demonstrated organizational and decision-making skills and flexibility to work non-standard hours as needed.

Supplemental Information
Open until filled; first application review will be September 9

All application materials must be attached when the application is submitted.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes family and domestic partner benefits such as medical, dental, and vision to full-time and part-time employees. Part-time employees that elect medical will pay a prorated premium amount. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. Other benefits include life insurance, paid holidays, and accrued leave.

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01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Some college coursework
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree

02

If you stated above you have a degree, is your degree in either Business Administration, Logistic or Supply Management, Legal Studies, or a related field? If you do not have a degree select n/a

• Yes, my degree is in one of the areas listed, or a related field
• My degree is in a field not listed or related to the position
• n/a - I do not have a degree

03

Do you have at least two years of experience in procurement or purchasing, and related legal terminology?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you familiar with e-procurement and contract management?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have Washington State public-sector experience?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have the APWA Contract Administration Committee (CAEC) certification, or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have a relative working at the City of Camas currently? If so, please provide their name and your relation. If not, please type N/A.
08

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

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