Purchasing & Contracting - Buyer II

mcallen; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

City of McAllen is seeking an administrative position to prepare federal and non-federal bid solicitation documents and technical specifications for purchases of commodities, services, construction and related projects. The role includes processing daily requests for purchase forms and reviewing payroll-related documents.

The incumbent will conduct labor interviews on federally funded projects, schedule daily meetings, prepare addendums, and maintain meticulous documentation to support public

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and non-federal bid solicitation documents and technical specifications for procurements (commodities, services, construction).
• Process daily requests for purchase forms and review payroll-related documents.
• Conduct labor interviews for federally funded projects and schedule daily meetings.
• Prepare addendums and maintain proper documentation for same.

Job description

The purpose of this position is to perform administrative work in the preparation of federal and non- federal funded bid solicitation documents considered moderate to complex and technical specifications for the purchase of commodities, supplies, services, construction and related projects. The employee will process daily requests for purchase forms, review payroll related documents and conduct labor interviews associated with federally funded projects, schedule and conduct daily meetings, prepare addendums and maintain proper documentation on same.

About the Organization

McAllen is one of the fastest growing cities in America with a population alone close to 148,000. Known for its tropical breezes, mild winter weather, brightly colored birds, and low cost of living, McAllen offers world-class nature tourism, outstanding arts and entertainment opportunities, great sporting and outdoor activities, enchanting cultural diversity and a lively spirit. It is the home to an international airport, world birding center, symphony orchestra, performing arts center, twenty-five parks and year-round family-friendly events. It is driven by its Mission of consistently providing high quality services and quality of life to all who live, work and visit the City of McAllen and three core values: Integrity, Accountability, and Commitment. It is devoted to truth and honesty, providing courteous, open and responsible public service, and dedicated to responsiveness and excellence.

About the Benefits

The City provides an excellent array of benefits including but not limited to:

• retirement (2:1 matching)
• health/dental/vision insurance
• paid vacation
• sick and medical leave
• funeral leave
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• life insurance
• longevity pay