What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at Public Building Authority?
The Public Building Authority (PBA) is a joint public, non-profit organization created by Knox County and the City of Knoxville to develop, construct, manage, and maintain a wide range of public facilities and services on their behalf. PBA oversees major construction projects, provides long-term property and grounds management for millions of square feet of buildings—including city and county facilities, parks, and parking garages—and even handles security, telecommunications infrastructure and on-street parking operations throughout the community. Governed by an 11-member board appointed by county and city leaders, the PBA works to deliver cost-effective, professional facility services that support local government operations and enhance public spaces for residents and visitors alike.
Due to continued growth, PBA is seeking experienced Procurement Specialist to join our Finance team. The Procurement Specialist supports our purchasing operations and manages competitive solicitations, ensuring compliance with public procurement regulations, and securing high‐quality goods and services at the best value.
This position is located in Knoxville, TN and is not available for remote work.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist the Purchasing Buyer and Contract Specialist in carrying out daily functions of the Procurement Division and ensure efficient cost management within the department.
• Interacts with other PBA departments in resolving, reviewing, and preparing procurement documents and other information for processing.
• Prepare, issue, and manage solicitations such as RFPs, RFQs, IFBs, and sole-source documentation.
• Assists in pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences for major procurements, tabulates and reviews bid and proposal responses. Evaluate vendor proposals for compliance, pricing, and technical requirements.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field, supplemented by three (3) to five (5) years related experience.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience.
- Experience in public-sector procurement or contract management preferred.
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with diverse departments.
- Must have no felony or misdemeanor convictions that would compromise the mission of the Public Building Authority.
Why Join PBA?
Full-time team members enjoy an outstanding benefits package, including:
- 13 paid holidays.
- Generous time off and sick leave accrual.
- Comprehensive County health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
- 401(a) retirement plan with a 6% employer match.
- County funded life insurance (1.5x salary up to $50,000).
- An excellent work environment.
Qualified candidates should reply with a resume and cover letter containing salary requirements.
To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit www.ktnpba.org.
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000