Procurement clerk Jobs in Thornton, CO

Salary : $98,674.00 - $132,594.00 Annually

Location : Westminster, CO

Job Type : Full-time Benefited, 40 hours / week (1.0 FTE)

Job Number : 25-00022

Department : Finance

Division : 25 Procurement Office

Opening Date : 01 / 13 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 3 / 2025 8 : 30 AM Mountain

CITY EQUITY STATEMENT

The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job-someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge skills and education.

Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background than described we invite you to apply.

POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION

The Procurement Analyst position is responsible for performing public procurement functions and supporting procurement activities across the organization. This position is responsible for the procurement of construction, supplies and professional services that are to be conducted in accordance with applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.

The Senior Procurement Analyst performs highly complex purchasing duties with considerable independence and initiative, supporting project managers and City departments in their procurement needs. This position involves managing a wide range of procurement functions, demonstrating leadership, and providing recommendations on policies and procedures. While the role does not directly manage vendor performance, it assists. The Senior also provides guidance and mentorship to junior procurement staff.

The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage, and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee's level of proficiency and usage.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES / GENERAL COMPETENCIES

The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission : The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - People - Integrity - Respect - Innovation - Teamwork).

This position supports the goals of the Finance Department, which provides quality financial services and expertise necessary to support a financially sustainable City Government.

Every employee is accountable to :

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority.
• Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied, and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback.
• Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision.
• Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty, and ethical behavior.
• Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner
• Support / promote change; demonstrate flexibility, and take calculated risks when appropriate.
• Participate in personal growth opportunities, and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization.
• Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered.
• Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives.
• Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity, and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences.

GENERAL COMPETENCIES

Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to :

Job Specific - Every employee in this position must be able to :

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks

1. Procurement Process and Compliance

2. Customer Service

3. Strategic Improvement and Innovation

4. Maintain regular and punctual attendance

Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job, and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City's discretion.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS / PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Procurement Analyst

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications

Required :

Preferred :

Senior Procurement Analyst

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications

Required :

Preferred :

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.

Physical Requirements

Work is sedentary in nature and requires sufficient physical stamina and strength for :

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position offers the options of both hybrid and flexible work schedules. Exposure to periods of high activity and stress under demanding conditions. The position requires a great deal of communication with City employees, the public, and outside agencies. Work is constantly performed indoors. This is primarily sedentary office work. Must demonstrate the ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including the ability to retrieve information from various locations in the office when needed.

Required Materials and Equipment

Standard office equipment and software, Microsoft Office, virtual conferencing software, spreadsheet applications, web browsers, e-mail, and online procurement and solicitation tools (BidNet).

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

The City of Westminster, Colorado, is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including :

For a more detailed overview of our Exempt and Administrative Officer benefit package :

The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system. In lieu of Social Security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf.

401(a) Contribution Rates :

Employee Mandatory Contribution : 11.5% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested.

Employer Contribution : 12% of your base pay.

Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule

The City of Westminster provides employees with innovative and practical ways to improve their commute through two key features, EcoPass and Commute Benefits powered by Commutrics. EcoPass provides unlimited trips on RTD's core transit services and Commute Rewards allows you to record your trips and get rewards based on your commute mode.

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field from an accredited college or university?

Do you have four (4) years of increasingly responsible procurement experience?

If you answered yes to having four (4) years of increasingly responsible procurement experience, please briefly describe your experience. If you answered no, please respond with N / A.

Do you have any State or Municipal Government procurement experience?

If you answered yes to having any State or Municipal Government procurement experience, please briefly describe your experience. If you answered no, please respond with N / A.

Do you have experience independently preparing and executing competitive solicitations?

If you answered yes to having experience independently preparing and executing competitive solicitations, please briefly describe your experience. If you answered no, please respond with N / A.

Do you currently have a Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) certification?

Do you have a current valid driver's license and safe driving record?

Have seven (7) or more points been assessed against your driving record in the last three (3) years?

Required Question