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Title: 212 - Assistant Procurement Director

Organization: Purchasing

Department: Purchasing

Location: Purchasing

Rate of Pay: $82,575.93 - $107,348.71 DOQ

Job Summary

The purpose of this class is to support the Director of Procurement in overseeing procurement operations, ensuring compliance with city policies, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.

Competencies

• Effective Communication
• Trust
• Time Management
• Ethical Practice
• Customer Service
• Leadership

Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills

• Overseeing procurement processes for high-value contracts.
• Developing and reviewing procurement policies and procedures.
• Coordinating with departments to forecast procurement needs.
• Managing vendor relationships and performance.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement laws and city policies.
• Strategic planning for procurement initiatives.
• Training and mentoring procurement staff.
• Representing the department in interdepartmental or city-wide meetings.
• Performs related tasks as necessary.

Minimum Education & Experience

Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible procurement or contracting experience;
• OR a Master’s degree in a related field and one (1) year of relevant experience;
• OR High school diploma or GED equivalent and seven (7) years of progressively responsible procurement or contracting experience.

Preferred:
• Prior supervisory or management experience in public procurement.
• Experience in municipal, county, or state government procurement operations.

Special Certifications & Licenses

• Required:
o Valid Texas Driver’s License.
o State of Texas procurement certifications:
 CTCD (Certified Texas Contract Developer)
 CTCM (Certified Texas Contract Manager)
• Preferred (not required, but strongly desired):
o National procurement certifications such as NIGP-CPP, CPPO, or CPPB
o Equivalent certifications in public procurement, contracting, or supply chain management may be considered.

Independence & Judgement

Receives instructions as to work results to be attained; responsible for recognizing moderately complex problems and taking responsibility for resolving them; refers very complex problems to supervisor; otherwise just reports on problem and solution after the fact; results monitored for soundness and judgment.

Initiative & Ingenuity

Progressive level of specialization requiring a large amount of interpretation and non-standard responses to varied situations; must know where to go for answers (not all sitting there in procedures manual); must take multiple factors into account; control over priorities.

Supervisory & Responsibility

Organizes, plans, and controls the work of assigned employees; coaches and advises subordinates on job performance; responsible for disciplinary actions; participates in hiring and discharge interviews and/or recommendations on hiring and discharge are given substantial weight.

Financial Responsibility

Invests and manages large amounts of money according to specific instructions or guidelines; approves expenditures or disbursements within general guidelines; has substantive input into budget.

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Office job with little or occasional light physical effort.

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office; responsible for handing out to and retrieving property/equipment from employees and keeping inventory; use of agency vehicle.

Working Conditions

Office job, no adverse conditions.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.

The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.

Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.

Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.