City of Fresno

  • Senior Procurement Specialist

  • CITY OF FRESNO, CA
  • 2600 Fresno Street, Fresno, California 93721 United States View Map

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Position Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This is your opportunity to join a high-performing organization and play a key role in supporting the City of Fresno’s purchasing activities. The General Services Department is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to perform advanced procurement work and provide lead direction within the Purchasing Division.

As the advanced working and lead-level classification in the Procurement Specialist series, the Senior Procurement Specialist prepares complex formal and informal bids and Requests for Proposals; procures materials, supplies, services, equipment, and projects; develops and reviews specifications; conducts bid and proposal openings; analyzes proposals and prepares evaluation reports; and supports City department in defining purchasing needs while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and City policies. The position may also provide lead direction to Procurement Specialists and support staff, offering guidance on complex specifications, bid processes, and procurement requirements.

Step into a role where your technical expertise and leadership help uphold the City’s commitment to excellence in procurement!

One vacancy exists in the General Services Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

The primary work location for this position is Fresno, California. This position requires physical presence during assigned working hours. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available. Applicants who are unable to meet this onsite requirement will not be considered.

THE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination.

Forty-five (45) semester units from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Accounting, or related field

-AND-

Two (2) years of experience as a journey level buyer/procurement specialist with a governmental agency or large business procuring a variety and volume of items. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

If qualifying with a degree or college units, a copy of degree or college transcripts must be uploaded and included in your on-line application for verification of requirement. Applicants lacking the documentation may be rejected.

This position also requires the possession of a valid California Driver's License at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The examination process may consist of the following:

APPLICATION REVIEW - Qualifying Only: Applications which meet the minimum qualifications will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to the panel interview. Selection of the most qualified candidates will be based upon those applications demonstrating the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for a proper evaluation.

ORAL EXAM - 100%: A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related oral examination to evaluate a candidate's knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures and techniques of specification writing, government funded capital projects, ability to provide lead direction and make work assignments for assigned staff, prepare clear and concise reports and establish and maintain effective working relationships or other topics related to a candidate's training, experience and qualifications for the position of Senior Procurement Specialist. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list. The oral examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of: November 9, 2026.

VETERAN PREFERENCE REGULATIONS

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage . If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

Unit 3

Non- Supervisory White Collar

The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc. (FCEA)

BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE

Accrue 8 - 15 hours per month based on years of service

SICK LEAVE

8 hours per month, available after 90 days.

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK

40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum

HOLIDAYS

Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY

Provided through California SDI program
BILINGUAL PREMIUM
PAY: $100 per month

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 100 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.

Closing Date/Time: 10/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
City of Fresno

City of Fresno

The City of Fresno is the largest city in the San Joaquin Valley and the fifth largest city in California, with a population of more than 545,000 residents. Fresno is the financial core of the San Joaquin Valley, and its economy relies on its large-scale agricultural production. Revitalization of Downtown Fresno's core and the construction of High Speed Rail are two of many exciting projects that continue to successfully support Fresno's growing economy.

 Click HERE for a video about the great City of Fresno.

Located in the geographical center of California, Fresno offers many sights. From fertile agricultural fields, an abundance of lakes, and the snowy Sierra Nevada mountain range, the scenic variety in Fresno is large. Fresno also features a diverse selection of dining, shopping, farmers markets, vibrant arts and culture, wineries, as well as a variety of attractions. With 300 days of sunshine a year, the climate in Fresno is the source of its agricultural productivity, and allows year-round recreational activities including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing.

Los Angeles is approximately four hours south and the San Francisco Bay Area is approximately three hours north. Fresno is located in proximity to three sites of natural beauty: Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, and Sequoia National Park. Residents and visitors alike enjoy these scenes and others, including the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.

Another advantage to living in Fresno is the exceptional housing that is available at lower price levels than California's other large metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts in the Fresno area: Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified and Clovis Unified. Fresno is the home of California State University, Fresno, as well as a number of other colleges and universities.

The people of Fresno enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, athletic, educational and recreational activities in an affordable and clean living environment.

City Government

Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The Mayor is elected at- large and does not serve on the Council, but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City.

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