Procurement Specialist-26261006
Salary
$69,659.20 - $89,918.40 Annually
Location
County of San Diego, CA
Job Type
Regular - Full time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
26261006
Department
Purchasing & Contracting
Division
Dept Of P&C - Operations
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
7/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Summary
The Department of Purchasing and Contracting (DPC) has earned the National Purchasing Institutes Achievement of Excellence in Procurement every year since 2001. This award is designed to recognize excellence in public procurement and is earned by those organizations, public or non-profit, that obtain a high score on criteria designed to measure innovation, professionalism, productivity, and leadership attributes.
Interviews will start the week of August 24th, 2026, and JOB OFFERs will be made after the completion of interviews.
This position may offer a hybrid teleworking schedule after an initial period.
Future Salary Increases
June 2027 - 4.30% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the- Board + 1.30% Market Adjustment)
Our Vision....
Achieve excellence in procurement and support services through collaboration with County Departments and engagement with the community and suppliers.
Our Mission....
Provide efficient and effective mission-focused contracting services applying open, inclusive and transparent practices.
The Department of Purchasing and Contracting (DPC) is responsible for effective and efficient procurement of goods, materials and services, supporting County departments. DPC procures all goods and services for the County of San Diego, as provided for in the County Charter. DPC ensures the competitive process is used for best price and highest quality while conforming to purchasing regulations and emphasizing excellent customer service practices. Procurement Specialists work with representatives from all County departments.
Procurement Specialists obtain goods and services via contracts utilizing competitive procurement processes such a formally advertised request for bid and request for quotations, negotiates and awards non-competitive procurements, and performs related work.
For more information, read the Procurement Specialist complete job description.
For additional information, see the Purchasing and Contracting page.
Hiring Process and Timeline
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications
Note: Education and work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Attachments
For your education and/or certifications to be considered, you must attach a copy of your degree, transcripts, diploma, foreign equivalency report and/or certifications to your application. Required attachments previously submitted do not need to be resubmitted. Please submit only the documents required. Additional documentation such as awards, letters of recommendation, unsolicited certifications, etc. will not be added to your application file.
Conditions of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation
Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
Blind Applicant Screening
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
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READ CAREFULLY
Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough and complete manner. By checking the Yes below, I indicate that I have read and understand the instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire. I understand that the written responses to the supplemental question(s) listed below are required in order to evaluate my qualifications for this position. Please DO NOT indicate "See Resume" or "See Application" as these are not valid answers.
Do you understand this information?
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By checking the Yes response below, I indicate that I have read and understand the minimum qualifications of this classification AND the employment history section of this application details my qualifications (if using experience to qualify).
NOTE: To receive credit for your work experience, it must be listed and verifiable in the Employment History section of your application. Make sure to include your job duties and responsibilities for each position, as these will be used to evaluate your experience.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Please select how you are qualifying for Procurement Specialist.
NOTE: If you are using a college degree or certification to meet the minimum requirements, please attach a copy of your US college or university diploma, official or unofficial transcript, letter of verification; or a copy of your certified foreign studies equivalency (if your degree was obtained from a college or university outside of the US) at the ATTACHMENTS section of the online application submittal process.
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Please describe your experience procuring a variety of commodities and services, in a highly-regulated service industry or public agency. Please include the name of the company where you gained this experience for verification.
NOTE: In order to receive credit, please answer the question thoroughly. Your work experience MUST be verifiable in the employment history section of this application. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A".
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The highest purchase order or contract value you have been authorized to sign or authorize has been:
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I have experience in the following areas: (Please check all the boxes that apply)
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For EACH category selected above in Question #6, please describe your experience. Include the employer where experience was obtained, and years of experience.
NOTE: In order to receive credit, please answer the question thoroughly. Your work experience MUST be verifiable in the employment history section of this application. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A".
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I have experience using the following standard procurement processes: (check all the boxes that apply)
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For EACH category selected above in Question #8, please describe your experience. Include the employer where experience was obtained, and years of experience.
NOTE: In order to receive credit, please answer the question thoroughly. Your work experience MUST be verifiable in the employment history section of this application. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A".
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How did you hear about this job opportunity?
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If you answered "Other" to the question above, please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity. If this does not apply, please indicate "n/a" below.
Required Question
Employer County of San Diego
Address 5500 Overland Ave., Suite 370
San Diego, California, 92123
Phone (619) 236-2191
(866) 880-9374
Website http://www.SanDiegoCounty.gov
We are committed to provide and retain a skilled, adaptable, and diverse workforce for County departments so they may deliver superior services to the residents and visitors of the County of San Diego.