Public Works Procurement & Admin Lead

County-of-Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District seeks an Administrative Services Officer in Riverside to lead the Purchasing Section, oversee Buyers and the Procurement Contract Specialist, and ensure compliant procurement operations. The role develops policies, delivers trainings, and supports budget processes for capital assets and maintenance.

Experience in RFP, RFQ, RFB processes, and knowledge of CUPCCAA, DIR requirements, and state regulations is essential for successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in accounting, business, public administration, finance or closely related field.
• Three years of professional administrative experience, including at least two years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of public administration, budgeting, contract administration, and supervision principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Purchasing Section, including Buyers and Procurement Contract Specialist.
• Develop and interpret procurement policies; deliver trainings district-wide.
• Review consultant insurance for compliance; coordinate procurement with divisions, departments and external suppliers.
• Assist in budget process by preparing cost estimates for capital assets and repairs; participate in RFP/RFB/RFQ activities.
• Develop scopes of work for RFBs; analyze complex solicitations for public works and services.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Training

Budgeting

Contract management

Procurement

Policy interpretation

Negotiation

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or public administration, finance

Tools

PeopleSoft Financials

Finance Enterprise

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District seeks an Administrative Services Officer in Riverside to lead the Purchasing Section, oversee Buyers and the Procurement Contract Specialist, and ensure compliant procurement operations. The role develops policies, delivers trainings, and supports budget processes for capital assets and maintenance.

Experience in RFP, RFQ, RFB processes, and knowledge of CUPCCAA, DIR requirements, and state regulations is essential for successful