Salary : $116,389.90 - $186,177.30 Annually
Location : Tarpon Springs City Hall
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Procurement
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: 8/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

The purpose of this position is to acquire needed goods and services in an efficient and cost-effective manner in accordance with federal and state laws, and city administrative code provisions.

This job works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.
Examples of Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Plans, develops, organizes, coordinates and directs city purchasing activities.
• Consults with city department directors, managers and other employees to clarify procurement policy and to provide technical assistance regarding proposals, solicitation of bids, etc.
• Reviews, approves, disapproves or revises city department requisitions within a designated dollar range.
• Prepares Board of Commissioner Memorandums/Briefings.
• Prepares reports and correspondence; manages department budget and work processes.
• Provides direction to management, supervisory, buying, inventory, and specification staff of the department to assure consistency of policy, procedure and requirements; communicates with vendor representatives to resolve issues such as bid protests.
• Maintains the asset inventories, physical inventory and fixed assets.
• Audits and administers Purchasing Card Program.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration or related discipline.
• Eight years of public procurement with supervisory experience or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• Certified Public Procurement Officer or obtain within twelve (12) months after employment.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Group A
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• None.

STANDARD CLAUSES
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the City.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.

**This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. **

Drug Free Workplace
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
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