What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodial Worker (21789) position at Northwest Educational Service District 189?
About The Position
Performs complex and sensitive professional level purchasing and related analyses for the Department of Aviation, the Board of County Commissioners, County Managers, the Las Vegas Valley Water District, McCarran International Airport, and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department in accordance with concepts promoting total quality management and customer service; has programmatic and/or project responsibilities with major departmental and/or county wide impact. This recruitment will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies which may occur within the next six months.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree (or Equivalent) in Business, Public Administration, or a related field, and four years of full time professional level purchasing and/or materials management experience that has included the preparation of formal bid and specification documents and the purchase of a wide variety of commodities. Professional level experience that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. Appropriate purchasing certification, advanced degree, and/or prior lead or supervisory experience desirable. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.
Working Conditions: Works in a typical office setting during normal working hours and may attend or conduct meetings outside of normal working hours.
Residency Requirement: Permanent employees except for those working in Laughlin, Nevada must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County within 90 days of employment.
Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Must be capable of traveling to and from various County locations in order to attend meetings and visit various work sites and suppliers' business establishments. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Develops and directs specification, contracting and expediting activities, as well as provides an advisory role for the purchase of complex multi-year and/or multi-departmental contracts for a variety of materials, supplies, equipment, construction, and services. Creates complex contracts and request for proposals including, but not limited to, construction; professional services; software license agreements; maintenance/support agreements and real property sales, purchases and leases. Conducts specification and pre-bid meetings and informs suppliers/contractors of purchasing policies, procedures, licensing, insurance, bonding and all other requirements needed to conform with entity requirements. Provides and applies broad based specialized and technical knowledge and expertise in commodities, construction and services. May direct the work of professional, technical and/or support staff on a project or day-to-day basis; provides training to staff and may be responsible for such supervisory functions as performance evaluation and discipline. Obtains and prepares all documents for litigation, arbitration for breech of contract and other disputes involving purchasing. Analyzes requests for acquisition and determines the type of materials, supplies, equipment or services required; prepares formal specifications and bid packages; ensures that such requests are complete and that proper authorization has been obtained. Responds to formal protests regarding bid requests. Plans, organizes and directs complex purchasing activities with County-wide and/or major internal operational and funding impacts. Provides complex and sensitive support to appointed/elected officials and department directors, such as, coordinating and preparing Commission agenda items, which provide bid evaluation and award recommendation; reviewing and assessing proposed legislation; coordinating the development of department needs and representing department directors and others, as required. Solves contractual problems and disputes, follows-up and authorizes contract modifications to ensure that departments receive materials, supplies and services of appropriate quality and quantity in a timely manner. Provides training to internal and external customers on purchasing related policies and procedures. Communicates with legal staff regarding contract provisions. Provides complex and sensitive purchasing and contracting support to the Department of Aviation, the County Manager, Board of County Commissioners, and all County departments. Determines cost-effective techniques and data gathering processes. Analyzes purchasing alternatives and makes recommendations for disseminating information about products and suppliers. Organizes, directs, and leads negotiating teams in evaluating and negotiating contracts. Originates a variety of technical and narrative reports, correspondence and other written materials. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment including a computer in the course of work; may drive a County or personal vehicle to attend meetings, visitation of work sites and suppliers' business establishments. Maintains records and files and prepares periodic and special reports relating to the Purchasing function. Interviews suppliers, visits manufacturers, attends product demonstrations and obtains samples/literature from potential suppliers; obtains comparative data regarding price, quality, quantity, availability and delivery of materials, equipment and supplies; recommends sources of supply to include small, minority and women-owned businesses. Represents the Department and the County in meetings with staff from other departments, representatives of governmental, community, business, professional and public agencies and the public. Directs the maintenance of and/or maintains accurate records and files related to the areas of assignment. Assists upper management and technical teams to select, specify and qualify products, services, and suppliers in assigned commodity categories. Assists in developing purchasing goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Division. Surveys the various markets, studying trends and keeping current on new developments and products. Assists Department of Aviation Divisions in their budgetary processes. Reviews and analyzes alternatives and makes recommendations regarding such matters as organizational structure, team and quality improvement alternatives, budget development and administration, staffing, facilities, productivity, and policy and procedure development and implementation. Leads standardization teams, specialized committees, and supplier performance problem-solving teams. Selects, qualifies, communicates expectations, and influences suppliers to improve performance and quality of service. Provides liaison and staff support to a variety of committees, Commissioners and departments.
Group Insurance: Health and dental insurance is available at a minimal expense to eligible employees, spouses and dependents. The County pays the monthly life insurance premium for eligible employees.
Service Connected Disability Insurance: Eligible employees are covered by a Workman's Compensation Program in accordance with the provisions of the Nevada Industrial Insurance Act (NRS Chapter 616) and the Nevada Occupational Diseases Act (NRS 617).
Long-Term Disability Insurance: The County pays a monthly premium toward a long-term disability plan for eligible employees.
Vacation: Vacation leave accrual is based on length of County employment. Initial accrual is at the rate of 3.08 vacation hours for each biweekly pay period.
Sick Leave: Eligible employees accrue 3.7 hours of sick leave for each biweekly pay period. Employees completing 10 years of service accrue an additional .92 hours of sick leave per biweekly pay period.
Miscellaneous Leaves: Court leave, military leave, parental leave, leave without pay, blood donor leave, education leave, and County promotional/transfer application examination leave are available (upon approval) for eligible permanent employees.
Retirement: Full-time employees become a member of the Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System.
Credit Union: Clark County employees and their families are eligible to join the Clark County Credit Union.
Tuition Reimbursement: Subject to availability of funds, eligible employees may be awarded tuition reimbursement upon successful completion of pre-approved, job related courses.
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List training, seminars and education related to this position. (Not Rated)
02
Describe in detail your professional experience in public purchasing. (up to 8 points)
03
Describe in detail your professional experience in specification writing and the bid process. (up to 7 points)
04
Describe in detail your professional experience in analyzing and interpreting complex purchasing requests, specifications and other written materials. (up to 7 points)
05
Describe in detail your professional experience in contract negotiation and administration. (up to 7 points)
06
Describe in detail your professional supervision experience including employee selection, work assignment, performance review and evaluation, employee training, and discipline. (up to 7 points)
07
Describe in detail your professional experience in reviewing, recommending, and implementing improved policies and procedures. (up to 7 points)
08
Describe in detail your professional experience in developing and coordinating work teams. (up to 7 points)
Performs complex and sensitive professional level purchasing and related analyses for the Department of Aviation, the Board of County Commissioners, County Managers, the Las Vegas Valley Water District, McCarran International Airport, and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department in accordance with concepts promoting total quality management and customer service; has programmatic and/or project responsibilities with major departmental and/or county wide impact. This recruitment will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies which may occur within the next six months.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree (or Equivalent) in Business, Public Administration, or a related field, and four years of full time professional level purchasing and/or materials management experience that has included the preparation of formal bid and specification documents and the purchase of a wide variety of commodities. Professional level experience that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. Appropriate purchasing certification, advanced degree, and/or prior lead or supervisory experience desirable. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.
Working Conditions: Works in a typical office setting during normal working hours and may attend or conduct meetings outside of normal working hours.
Residency Requirement: Permanent employees except for those working in Laughlin, Nevada must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County within 90 days of employment.
Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Must be capable of traveling to and from various County locations in order to attend meetings and visit various work sites and suppliers' business establishments. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Develops and directs specification, contracting and expediting activities, as well as provides an advisory role for the purchase of complex multi-year and/or multi-departmental contracts for a variety of materials, supplies, equipment, construction, and services. Creates complex contracts and request for proposals including, but not limited to, construction; professional services; software license agreements; maintenance/support agreements and real property sales, purchases and leases. Conducts specification and pre-bid meetings and informs suppliers/contractors of purchasing policies, procedures, licensing, insurance, bonding and all other requirements needed to conform with entity requirements. Provides and applies broad based specialized and technical knowledge and expertise in commodities, construction and services. May direct the work of professional, technical and/or support staff on a project or day-to-day basis; provides training to staff and may be responsible for such supervisory functions as performance evaluation and discipline. Obtains and prepares all documents for litigation, arbitration for breech of contract and other disputes involving purchasing. Analyzes requests for acquisition and determines the type of materials, supplies, equipment or services required; prepares formal specifications and bid packages; ensures that such requests are complete and that proper authorization has been obtained. Responds to formal protests regarding bid requests. Plans, organizes and directs complex purchasing activities with County-wide and/or major internal operational and funding impacts. Provides complex and sensitive support to appointed/elected officials and department directors, such as, coordinating and preparing Commission agenda items, which provide bid evaluation and award recommendation; reviewing and assessing proposed legislation; coordinating the development of department needs and representing department directors and others, as required. Solves contractual problems and disputes, follows-up and authorizes contract modifications to ensure that departments receive materials, supplies and services of appropriate quality and quantity in a timely manner. Provides training to internal and external customers on purchasing related policies and procedures. Communicates with legal staff regarding contract provisions. Provides complex and sensitive purchasing and contracting support to the Department of Aviation, the County Manager, Board of County Commissioners, and all County departments. Determines cost-effective techniques and data gathering processes. Analyzes purchasing alternatives and makes recommendations for disseminating information about products and suppliers. Organizes, directs, and leads negotiating teams in evaluating and negotiating contracts. Originates a variety of technical and narrative reports, correspondence and other written materials. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment including a computer in the course of work; may drive a County or personal vehicle to attend meetings, visitation of work sites and suppliers' business establishments. Maintains records and files and prepares periodic and special reports relating to the Purchasing function. Interviews suppliers, visits manufacturers, attends product demonstrations and obtains samples/literature from potential suppliers; obtains comparative data regarding price, quality, quantity, availability and delivery of materials, equipment and supplies; recommends sources of supply to include small, minority and women-owned businesses. Represents the Department and the County in meetings with staff from other departments, representatives of governmental, community, business, professional and public agencies and the public. Directs the maintenance of and/or maintains accurate records and files related to the areas of assignment. Assists upper management and technical teams to select, specify and qualify products, services, and suppliers in assigned commodity categories. Assists in developing purchasing goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Division. Surveys the various markets, studying trends and keeping current on new developments and products. Assists Department of Aviation Divisions in their budgetary processes. Reviews and analyzes alternatives and makes recommendations regarding such matters as organizational structure, team and quality improvement alternatives, budget development and administration, staffing, facilities, productivity, and policy and procedure development and implementation. Leads standardization teams, specialized committees, and supplier performance problem-solving teams. Selects, qualifies, communicates expectations, and influences suppliers to improve performance and quality of service. Provides liaison and staff support to a variety of committees, Commissioners and departments.
Group Insurance: Health and dental insurance is available at a minimal expense to eligible employees, spouses and dependents. The County pays the monthly life insurance premium for eligible employees.
Service Connected Disability Insurance: Eligible employees are covered by a Workman's Compensation Program in accordance with the provisions of the Nevada Industrial Insurance Act (NRS Chapter 616) and the Nevada Occupational Diseases Act (NRS 617).
Long-Term Disability Insurance: The County pays a monthly premium toward a long-term disability plan for eligible employees.
Vacation: Vacation leave accrual is based on length of County employment. Initial accrual is at the rate of 3.08 vacation hours for each biweekly pay period.
Sick Leave: Eligible employees accrue 3.7 hours of sick leave for each biweekly pay period. Employees completing 10 years of service accrue an additional .92 hours of sick leave per biweekly pay period.
Miscellaneous Leaves: Court leave, military leave, parental leave, leave without pay, blood donor leave, education leave, and County promotional/transfer application examination leave are available (upon approval) for eligible permanent employees.
Retirement: Full-time employees become a member of the Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System.
Credit Union: Clark County employees and their families are eligible to join the Clark County Credit Union.
Tuition Reimbursement: Subject to availability of funds, eligible employees may be awarded tuition reimbursement upon successful completion of pre-approved, job related courses.
01
List training, seminars and education related to this position. (Not Rated)
02
Describe in detail your professional experience in public purchasing. (up to 8 points)
03
Describe in detail your professional experience in specification writing and the bid process. (up to 7 points)
04
Describe in detail your professional experience in analyzing and interpreting complex purchasing requests, specifications and other written materials. (up to 7 points)
05
Describe in detail your professional experience in contract negotiation and administration. (up to 7 points)
06
Describe in detail your professional supervision experience including employee selection, work assignment, performance review and evaluation, employee training, and discipline. (up to 7 points)
07
Describe in detail your professional experience in reviewing, recommending, and implementing improved policies and procedures. (up to 7 points)
08
Describe in detail your professional experience in developing and coordinating work teams. (up to 7 points)
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