PROCURMENT COORDINATOR
ANALYST II/III DOQ
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIVISION
PROCUREMENT UNIT
$67,424.42 - $114,673.78 Annually (DOQ)
Regular Position
The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) is a dynamic, innovative agency created in 1982 by the Board of Supervisors to generate affordable housing and economic redevelopment throughout Los Angeles County and participating cities. Funded primarily with federal grants, LACDA is an industry leader in sponsoring new solutions to housing and forming partnerships with private and public agencies. To apply, please visit our web site at www.lacda.org.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the general direction of a supervisor, this position performs procurement and contract administration support for the Los Angeles County Development Authority. The incumbent must maintain compliance with all relevant County, State, and Federal laws, ordinances, and internal policies and procedures.
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned:
- Develop solicitation packages for procuring materials/supplies, professional services, construction and commodities.
- Analyze proposals.
- Determine contract strategies, soliciting and scheduling pre-bid meetings.
- Evaluate bids and proposals for compliance.
- Understand and implement Davis Bacon, Section 3, and Living Wage.
- Familiarity of the purchase card program.
- Develop and monitor project management timelines.
- Coordinate contract specifications such as complying with insurance requirements.
- Determine prevailing wage for the projects, and approve payroll documents.
- Conduct internal audits, and perform other related duties as assigned.
The candidate must be able to analyze procurement related documents, demonstrate knowledge and experience in the field of Procurement and Contract Administration and be able to maintain compliance while committed to a high standard of customer service.
The candidate must be proficient with web-based systems and Microsoft Office products including Excel and Word. The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to establish cooperative, working relationships with internal staff, other divisions, and outside vendors.
Ability to perform complex and multiple assignments concurrently while still maintaining attention to detail is critical to success in this position. Must be able to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments, work with limited supervision, and make sound independent decisions.
This position demands strong writing skills, attention to detail, multitasking, time management and planning skills while performing as a procurement subject matter expert committed to exceptional customer service and fair, open, competitive, timely, and ethical procurement practices.
Equal Opportunity
The LACDA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion to advance our mission of building better lives and better neighborhoods.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you are an individual with a disability and need to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please call the LACDA, Human Resources at (626) 586-1687 or via email at hr.recruiter@lacda.org.
Application Process
To be considered, all applicants are required to apply online by the filing deadline. Applications will be reviewed for possession of minimum qualifications and evaluated according to the essential functions of the job. In the Work Experience section of the application, applicants must demonstrate their experience by providing a clear description of the work performed as it relates to the position. Each job held must include the dates of employment, name and address of the employer, position title, hours per week, and supervisor. Please note resumes will not be reviewed to determine qualifications.
Supplemental questions are considered a part of the application process and must be carefully answered. All required questions must be completed before the application can be submitted. The supplemental questions will be used to evaluate the applicant's education, training, and experience. Depending on the size of the applicant pool, the supplemental questions may be used as part of the supplemental screening.
To receive credit for required education, applicants must attach a copy of their degree or official/unofficial transcripts. Please note foreign degrees (or degrees completed outside of the United States) require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency conducted by a credential evaluation service such as The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Please include three (3) professional references in the "Reference" section of your application.
Failure to comply with this application process may result in disqualification.
Screening and Selection Process
Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted via email and text messaging, if elected, for an assessment test and/or interview. Please check the email account provided on the application for important communications regarding the status of your application and/or next steps.
Salary Compensation
Salary compensation is dependent on qualifications (experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities). Initial salary placement is generally made between the start and mid-point of the posted range. New hires are not eligible to start at the maximum of the posted range.
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected from the process will receive a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of satisfactory reference checks, a post-offer medical examination, and criminal background check. Background check information will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.
Candidates must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License, an acceptable driving record, and must comply with the LACDA's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy during employment.
Failure to meet these pre-employment requirements will be grounds for withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.
Proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Employment with the LACDA is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
FILING DEADLINE: MONDAY, MAY 20, 2024 at 11:59PM
APPLY IMMEDIATELY, POSITION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
RECRUITMENT NUMBER: 24032