Purchasing Procurement Coordinator

Type:

• Temporary

Full Time or Part Time:

• Full-Time

Pay Rate:

• $38 per hour

Location:

• St. Augustine, FL 32084 – Onsite

Language Requirements:

• Write, read, and speak English

Language Preferences:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Coordinator to support the County’s purchasing and contract management operations. This role is responsible for facilitating the full procurement lifecycle, from solicitation development through contract execution and administration, for goods, services, and construction.

The Procurement Coordinator will collaborate with departments, vendors, and legal teams to develop solicitations, manage contracts, ensure compliance, and support procurement strategy. This position requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of public procurement practices, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in procurement, contract administration, or a related field (or five (5) years in lieu of a degree)
• Experience developing and managing solicitations (RFPs, ITBs, RFQs, etc.)
• Experience drafting scopes of work, specifications, and contract documents
• Experience administering contracts, including compliance monitoring and issue resolution
• Experience coordinating with internal departments, vendors, and legal teams
• Experience conducting research, analysis, and preparing reports or agenda items
• Experience maintaining procurement files and documentation (electronic and hard copy)
• Experience responding to public records requests in compliance with regulations
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and procurement systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience Preferences

• Experience working in a government or public sector procurement environment
• Familiarity with Florida procurement laws, Sunshine Law, and public records requirements
• Experience with contract negotiations and vendor management

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed
• Ability to perform tasks involving bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Ability to work in an office environment with occasional exposure to various work settings

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Procurement, or a related field required

• High school diploma/equivalent with five (5) years of procurement experience

Education Preferences

• Master’s degree in Public Administration, Procurement, or a related field
• Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or equivalent certification (or ability to obtain within three (3) years)

Training Schedule:

• TBD

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday; standard business hours with occasional extended hours based on procurement cycles and project demands

Dress Code:

• Business professional or business casual

Benefits:

• TBD

Additional Information:

Drug screening, background, and reference checks are performed if required. Valid identification and reliable transportation are required. We are an E-Verify employer. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Our employees are authorized to work in the United States.

Salary : $38