Utilities Procurement & Budget Analyst

City of Plantation; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Plantation's Utilities Department seeks an exempt professional to assist the Utilities Budget and Contract Manager in budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and financial operations. This role supports five-year capital planning, expenditures, and oversight of vendor relations and compliance with laws and policies.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, maintaining contract records, processing invoices and purchase orders, and coordinating procurement for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or related field; 2 years procurement experience in public sector preferred.
• Experience in developing specifications for complex equipment acquisitions and construction contracts.
• Knowledge of government accounting, budgeting, auditing principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in budgeting, procurement and contract management.
• Support five-year capital improvement planning and annual expenditures.
• Procurement of materials, services and equipment for the department.
• Assist in grant applications and documentation when applicable.
• Handle accounts receivable, billing and departmental financial operations.
• Prepare and distribute monthly revenue and expenditure reports.
• Maintain contract and agreement databases for accuracy and renewal terms.
• Provide direction to clerical staff for invoices, purchase orders, and requisitions.
• Ensure compliance with city code and procurement policies; review procurements by designees.
• Review and approve departmental bids and prepare memos for Council authorization.
• Assist with general support to Utilities Budget and Contract Manager.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Critical thinking

Administrative analysis

Budgeting principles

Data processing

Funding process

Budget procedures

Financial analysis

Independent judgement

Office practices

Bid process

Property control

Regulatory laws

Contract administration

Procurement

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Plantation's Utilities Department seeks an exempt professional to assist the Utilities Budget and Contract Manager in budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and financial operations. This role supports five-year capital planning, expenditures, and oversight of vendor relations and compliance with laws and policies.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, maintaining contract records, processing invoices and purchase orders, and coordinating procurement for