PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT II / Emergency Appointment Fire

County of Los Angeles; California; Presencial; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Los Angeles County is seeking qualified applicants for an Emergency Procurement Assistant II to support procurement operations during a proclaimed local emergency. The role focuses on analyzing purchasing policies, leading the Help Desk for procurement issues, and generating reports with LACES and Cognos to improve efficiency and compliance.

Initial appointments may be up to 90 days with potential for permanent employment.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze and evaluate departmental purchasing policies, procedures, and operations; identify issues and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and ensure compliance with County purchasing regulations.
• Serve as the lead of the Procurement Help Desk, research and resolve purchasing issues, troubleshoot LACES errors, and provide technical assistance and guidance to staff and management.
• Develop and analyze procurement reports using LACES, Cognos, and other programs, including buyer productivity, vendor rotation, purchasing trends, and audit reports for management review.
• Review and evaluate purchasing requests, Master Agreements, procurement specifications, and purchasing procedures to ensure compliance with County policies, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate purchasing processes and workflows, and recommend solutions to improve procurement efficiency and processing timelines.
• Support implementation and ongoing operation of LACES by identifying and documenting system issues, and recommending improvements to system functionality.
• Develop training materials and conduct ongoing LACES training for departmental employees, supervisors, and managers, including instruction on Data Entry, Receiving, Approval functions, and purchasing procedures.
• Research and identify potential vendors, coordinate vendor outreach, obtain pricing and delivery information, and assist departmental users with locating materials, equipment, and services, including items that are discontinued or in short supply.
• Serve as a vendor liaison representing Public Works at vendor outreach events and provide guidance regarding County purchasing procedures, vendor requirements, and opportunities to conduct business with Public Works.
• Prepare purchasing summaries, analytical reports, and recommendations for management to assist with procurement planning, operational improvements, and compliance reviews.

Herramientas

LACES

Cognos

Descripción del empleo

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

We will be accepting online applications from Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, to be accepted.

EXAM NUMBER: C2346A-FR

The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires, including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Department of Public Works is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Procurement Assistant II vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Procurement Assistant II.

• Analyze and evaluate departmental purchasing policies, procedures, and operations; identifies issues and recommends improvements to increase efficiency and ensure compliance with County purchasing regulations.
• Serve as the lead of the Procurement Help Desk, independently research and resolve purchasing issues, troubleshoot LACES errors, and provide technical assistance and guidance to departmental staff and management.
• Develop and analyze procurement reports using LACES, Cognos, and other programs, including buyer productivity, vendor rotation, purchasing trends, consumption studies, small business participation, and audit reports for management review.
• Review and evaluate purchasing requests, Master Agreements, procurement specifications, and purchasing procedures to ensure compliance with County policies, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate purchasing processes and workflows, and recommend solutions to improve procurement efficiency and processing timelines.
• Support implementation and ongoing operation of LACES by identifying and documenting system issues, and recommending improvements to system functionality.
• Develop training materials and conduct ongoing LACES training for departmental employees, supervisors, and managers, including instruction on Data Entry, Receiving, Approval functions, and purchasing procedures.
• Research and identify potential vendors, coordinate vendor outreach, obtain pricing and delivery information, and assist departmental users with locating materials, equipment, and services, including items that are discontinued or in short supply.
• Serve as a vendor liaison representing Public Works at vendor outreach events and provide guidance regarding County purchasing procedures, vendor requirements, and opportunities to conduct business with Public Works.
• Prepare purchasing summaries, analytical reports, and recommendations for management to assist with procurement planning, operational improvements, and compliance reviews.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

* One year of procurement experience at the level of Procurement Assistant I**

LICENSE

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS

Physical Class 2- Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

*You may still qualify even if your job title is not exactly the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level - meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.

EXAM CONTENT

During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Department Contact Name: Neal Mondragon

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