Procurement Systems Specialist

Office of Purchasing Services

Virginia Beach , VA

Classified - Position - Procurement

Job Number 3700166467

Start Date

Open Date 11/09/2020

Closing Date

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the leadership of the Director of Purchasing, the position is responsible for coordinating and maintaining automated procurement and e-commerce systems to include performing program administration, testing, and training.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have a thorough knowledge of standard procurement practices, policies and procedures, and a thorough knowledge of school system routine and procedures. Must have the necessary skill to test and troubleshooting software, and prepare and maintain computerized records and systems. Must possess excellent computer skills, good oral and written communication skills and have experience using and training others to use automated purchasing and/or finance systems. Must have the ability to work independently and under pressure, and communicate and work effectively with the public.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in business or information systems or related area with required. Advanced training in a variety of application software, network software, and troubleshooting of network software and hardware problems. Experience in an office environment in software support and training. A comparable amount of training and experience maybe substituted for the minimum qualifications.
HOW TO APPLY
Please see "Job Posting Link" below for a complete job description.

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Reports To Director of Purchasing

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Job Posting Link https://www.vbschools.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_78010/File/Employment/Apply%20Now/Resources/Job%20titles/Procurement%20System%20Spec.pdf

Salary Range:
From/To

Unified Experience-Based Step Pay Scale: Grade 16

Salary will be based on creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. Entry Level salary will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of the Employment Verification Forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the salary will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Additional Job Information
All applicants, both internal and external, must attach a letter of interest and a current detailed resume to your electronic application.

All applicants must complete the General Employment History section of the online application and include each of your supervisors for the specific positions held.

The minimum of three references are required in the reference section of your application. One of the three must be a current or most recent former supervisor for a position you held in this field. Relatives are not eligible to serve as a reference for you for employment purposes.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33, 4-4, 4-6)

To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at (757) 263-1133, 2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.

Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: (757) 263-1133 (voice); (757) 263-1240 (TDD) or email at: vbcpshr@vbschools.com.