Salary: $91,162.50 - $152,509.50 Annually
Location : Woodbridge, VA
Job Type: Full-Time (FT)
Job Number:
Department: OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT SERVICES
Opening Date: 09/17/2026
Closing Date: 10/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE: C52
Hiring Salary: $91,162.50 - $121,836.00

About This Role:

In this role you will function as a team lead/subject matter expert for a procurement team while also working as a Capital or Operational Procurement Officer, performing advanced and highly complex procurements throughout the contract lifecycle. The Senior Procurement Officer works as a team lead prioritizing, assigning, reviewing work, providing technical guidance with cradle-to-grave procurement actions for a wide range of construction projects, goods, and services.

This senior level manager will manage a procurement team and Office of Procurement Services procurement programs, overseeing contract compliance audits to ensure compliance with procurement regulations and procedures, assisting in developing and facilitating agency training and staff onboarding training. Serves as a team facilitator in executing strategic objectives. The selected candidate will advise the Deputy Director of Procurement and Chief Procurement Officer, with respect to all contract and procurement issues and the nature of corrective actions; including assisting with recommending the most cost-effective and efficient strategies to accomplish objectives for the office.

Additional tasks include:

• Develops and prepares solicitations (RFQ, IFB, and RFP), amendments, modifications, determinations and findings, contracts, and various related correspondence.
• Manages the solicitation and award process.
• Coordinates and advises county agencies on the submission of procurement documents.
• Assists agencies with developing acquisition plans and strategies.
• Determines the method of procurement and contract type.
• Conducts pre-bid conferences, pre-performance conferences, and formal bid openings.
• Assists with resolution of complaints and protest from contractors, issue cure/default notices in accordance with County procedures.
• Prepares, reviews, interprets, and analyzes a variety of information, qualitative and quantitative data, and standardization of materials; makes recommendations based on findings.
• Performs related work as required.

Decisions are made with greater freedom and discretion, including recommendations that are subject to approval on matters that affect multiple units within OPS or county agencies. Recommends new solutions to problems and alternative methods to meet business needs. Work and tasks involve the application of complex procedures requiring advanced experience with a proven understanding of most procurement practices. Independent judgement is often required to select the most appropriate available resources.

The ideal candidate must be proficient in public contracting and procurement and able to provide strategic consultation and management of an assigned unit. Experience providing procurement support to multiple county agencies.

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED, and 7 years of experience as a senior municipal buyer, procurement officer, procurement manager, and or contracting officer in public facing government entity.

Preferences:

• Three years of procurement experience within Prince William County Office of Procurement Services.
• Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO).
• Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of public contracting regulations, procedures, and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of management practices and principles
• Knowledge of creative contracting techniques, negotiation strategies and project management skills.
• Strong knowledge of computer systems and applications for contract and procurement management processes.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in a variety of Microsoft Office Suite applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Ability to use sound judgement in making independent decisions.
• Ability to prepare and write complex and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to develop training materials and course content for procurement processes.
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, government officials and representatives of private agencies and community groups.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills

Special Requirements:

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment reference and criminal background check and I-9 and E-Verify requirements.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with flexibility to work additional hours to conduct evening training and meet deadlines. The selected candidate must have the ability to work on-site or in a hybrid environment based on business needs and operational requirements. This is a telework-eligible role with in-office requirements based upon business need. The position may change to an in-office schedule if business needs change.

Hiring Salary Range: $91,162.50 - $121,836.00

Starting salary is commensurate with experience.

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here for PSLF additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety Click here for the class description