Procurement Compliance Officer
Apply NowCompany: Riverside County, CA
Location: Minneapolis, MN 55454
Description:
Salary : $94,615.24 - $149,552.63 Annually
Location : Riverside
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-74710-01
Department: Purchasing and Fleet
Division: Purchasing
Opening Date: 04/23/2025
Closing Date: 5/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Riverside County Purchasing and Fleet Services Department has an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Compliance Officer to join their team!
Under general direction, the Procurement Compliance Officer will plan, direct and audit Riverside County's Purchasing Programs to ensure that all County contracts for goods, professional services, and public works are in compliance with federal, state, and County requirements as well as identify and mitigate risk by working with procurement contract specialists and buyers in the development of contracts. The incumbent will also be responsible for resolving compliance issues as they arise with departments; reviewing and approving procurement-related Form 11s; responding to inquiries from management, elected officials, and the vendor community; investigating and preparing recommended responses to protests; and handling California Public Records Act (CPRA)requests. The Procurement Compliance Officer will also develop and administer procurement training for department and county staff on related procedures, policies and regulations.
This classification reports to the Assistant Director or designee of Purchasing and Fleet Services. This single-position class may be assigned the full span of County purchasing responsibility which includes: special projects; assisting and advising departments, districts, and affiliates in selection of the most equitable and efficient solicitation process; writing and processing formal bids; and conducting negotiations and developing major contracts involving the highest level and most complex products and services. Special emphasis is directed toward adherence to Riverside County's Small Business, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise and Local Preference Contract Participation Program. This classification may, in the future, lead functional buying teams and supervise support staff and lower levels in the Buyer series.
The Fleet and Services Department is looking for an analytical and out of the box thinker who can work alongside management to lead the department into the future. The Procurement Compliance Officer will need to navigate tough conversations so candidates who are politically savvy, effective oral and written communicators, and value customer service are encouraged to apply.
This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.
Meet the Team!
The primary function is to provide vehicles, goods and services to other County Departments and agencies within the County of Riverside. Providing a unified purchasing system that ensures integrity and fairness, with centralized responsibility for oversight of solicitation, vendor selection, negotiation, award, contract management, reporting, disposal of surplus property, centralized mail services and emergency logistical support for the benefit of Riverside County agencies.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Plan, organize, and direct policy, contract standards, and procedures for the administration of the County's Purchasing Regulations and Practices.
Plan, direct, and perform audits of County departments/agencies for compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and procedures.
Develop and present training sessions for County staff, industry and other organizations on purchasing related procedures, policies and the Contract Compliance Program.
Review County contracts for goods, professional services, and public works for conformance to federal, state and County requirements, goals and objectives; establish program procedures for qualifying contracts under local or preference policies; process complaints and monitor contracting activities; implement approved policies and procedures.
Prepare Board Letters and related supplemental paperwork in support of contracts for the Board of Supervisors; prepare analytical reports, correspondence, and memoranda oversee records retention process and file audits.
Investigate and respond to vendor complaints, allegations, or protests; communicate and serve as a liaison between vendors, departments, or entities to develop compromise and resolve contractual problems or complaints.
Publicize the Contract Participation Program and perform outreach activities; prepare informational materials and news releases in cooperation with the County's Public Information Officer and the Director of Procurement and Fleet; organize and conduct compliance workshops for, and in cooperation with, County departments.
Enforce County, state and federal regulations, laws and ordinances, and recommend corrective actions in cases of non-compliance.
Audit procurements performed under delegated authority for compliance.
Review new requests for delegated purchasing authority and monitor compliance with set regulated amounts.
Analyze current and pending legislation and recommend policy/program changes; provide written reports and give oral testimony to the Board of Supervisors regarding progress and implementation status of the Contract Participation Program.
Work independently in developing and coordinating complex contracts for commodities or services with multiple departments; write solicitations for bids (Request for Proposals, Requests for Quotations, Invitations to Bid); analyze and determine most appropriate contract types to reduce County's exposure to risk.
Organize, direct and lead negotiating teams in evaluating and negotiating contracts.
Supervise, assign and evaluate work of subordinate staff.
Serve as team lead for specific teams within Purchasing; provide guidance, direction, and support for buyers and/or procurement contract specialists.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in business/public administration or the social sciences. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education up to two years of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education). A master's degree or possession of a certificate in purchasing/procurement management is highly desirable. Examples of desirable certificate programs include but are not limited to the following: Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPC); Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) from the UPPC; Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (APP) from the from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM); Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the ISM; Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) from the ISM; Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA); or Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM) from the NCMA.
Experience: Six years of progressively responsible purchasing experience including formal bidding, contract negotiations, and development for large dollar procurements. This must have included a minimum of two years of public sector procurement experience in preparing and processing state or federal contracts, purchases of service contracts, processing or preparing grant applications, conducting competitive bids, formulating policy and procedures, or negotiating contracts with private industry or government auditing experience.
OPTION II
Experience: Eight years of buying experience in a Purchasing Department or Agency, four years of which should be equivalent to the County of Riverside Procurement Contract Specialist classification (or higher classification within the class series), which includes contract negotiation, development of contract standards and procedures, auditing experience and development of multi-year or major high-value, multi-commodity agreements. (Possession of a certificate as a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) or possession of either a certificate in purchasing or a certificate in contracting may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.)
OPTION III
Experience: Two years as a Supervising Procurement Contract Specialist with the County of Riverside or equivalent.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of professional procurement with emphasis on all solicitation processes used to acquire commodities, services, and a variety of contract types employed to procure these services; laws, ordinances, and state and federal procurement regulations concerning contractual agreements between County and private contractors; remedies and procedures for non-compliance.
Ability to: Work independently; supervise; read and interpret rules and regulations; collect, organize, and evaluate product or service information; identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of decisions and recommendations; compose clear and concise reports, recommendations, technical procedures and correspondence; audit programs for adherence to policies and procedures; develop/write policies, procedures, and training manuals; train users and customers; communicate in a clear and persuasive manner; establish and maintain effective relationships with department officials, company/ vendor representatives, and staff members; prepare purchasing specifications; work effectively in community relations and with community agencies and groups; meet and confer with a variety of adversarial groups and individuals and to mediate amicable settlements of differences; establish and maintain liaison with a variety of governmental jurisdictions and agencies and with the public; utilize management and organizational principles necessary to analyze, evaluate, and control organization programs and resources.
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
The Most Competitive Candidates will Possess:
***Please Note: If qualifying using educational units or certification, proof is required by the closing deadline. Applications without proof of degree/educational units/certification completed will not be considered. Please see "Supplemental Information" below for guidelines.***
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
General Information:
For questions regarding this posting please contact Angela Tavaglione at or at (951) 966-3590.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
A new member is defined as any of the following:
A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to 108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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I acknowledge that: 1) I have read and understand the information contained on the job posting for the positions to which I am applying. 2) My answers to the job application questions must reflect the education and/or work experience in the application.
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Select the answer that best describes your current driver's license status:
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What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university?
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I acknowledge that I am required to provide proof of my degree or a copy of my transcript(s) as verification of educational units completed prior to the closing date of the job posting. (Official and unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.)
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How many years of purchasing experience including formal bidding, contract negotiations, and development for large dollar procurements do you have?
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How many years of public sector experience in preparing and processing state or federal contracts, purchases of service contracts, processing or preparing grant applications, conducting competitive bids, formulating policy and procedures, or negotiating contracts with private industry or government do you have?
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How many years of of buying experience in a Purchasing Department or Agency do you have?
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Do you have at least 4 years of experience in preparing and processing state or federal contracts, purchases of service contracts, processing or preparing grant applications, conducting competitive bids, formulating policy and procedures, or negotiating contracts with private industry or government?
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Which of the below certifications do you possess? (Proof must be submitted with your application)
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Do you have experience auditing procurement contracts for goods or professional services to ensure they are in compliance with federal, state, and County requirements within the public sector?
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Location : Riverside
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-74710-01
Department: Purchasing and Fleet
Division: Purchasing
Opening Date: 04/23/2025
Closing Date: 5/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Riverside County Purchasing and Fleet Services Department has an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Compliance Officer to join their team!
Under general direction, the Procurement Compliance Officer will plan, direct and audit Riverside County's Purchasing Programs to ensure that all County contracts for goods, professional services, and public works are in compliance with federal, state, and County requirements as well as identify and mitigate risk by working with procurement contract specialists and buyers in the development of contracts. The incumbent will also be responsible for resolving compliance issues as they arise with departments; reviewing and approving procurement-related Form 11s; responding to inquiries from management, elected officials, and the vendor community; investigating and preparing recommended responses to protests; and handling California Public Records Act (CPRA)requests. The Procurement Compliance Officer will also develop and administer procurement training for department and county staff on related procedures, policies and regulations.
This classification reports to the Assistant Director or designee of Purchasing and Fleet Services. This single-position class may be assigned the full span of County purchasing responsibility which includes: special projects; assisting and advising departments, districts, and affiliates in selection of the most equitable and efficient solicitation process; writing and processing formal bids; and conducting negotiations and developing major contracts involving the highest level and most complex products and services. Special emphasis is directed toward adherence to Riverside County's Small Business, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise and Local Preference Contract Participation Program. This classification may, in the future, lead functional buying teams and supervise support staff and lower levels in the Buyer series.
The Fleet and Services Department is looking for an analytical and out of the box thinker who can work alongside management to lead the department into the future. The Procurement Compliance Officer will need to navigate tough conversations so candidates who are politically savvy, effective oral and written communicators, and value customer service are encouraged to apply.
This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.
Meet the Team!
The primary function is to provide vehicles, goods and services to other County Departments and agencies within the County of Riverside. Providing a unified purchasing system that ensures integrity and fairness, with centralized responsibility for oversight of solicitation, vendor selection, negotiation, award, contract management, reporting, disposal of surplus property, centralized mail services and emergency logistical support for the benefit of Riverside County agencies.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Plan, organize, and direct policy, contract standards, and procedures for the administration of the County's Purchasing Regulations and Practices.
Plan, direct, and perform audits of County departments/agencies for compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and procedures.
Develop and present training sessions for County staff, industry and other organizations on purchasing related procedures, policies and the Contract Compliance Program.
Review County contracts for goods, professional services, and public works for conformance to federal, state and County requirements, goals and objectives; establish program procedures for qualifying contracts under local or preference policies; process complaints and monitor contracting activities; implement approved policies and procedures.
Prepare Board Letters and related supplemental paperwork in support of contracts for the Board of Supervisors; prepare analytical reports, correspondence, and memoranda oversee records retention process and file audits.
Investigate and respond to vendor complaints, allegations, or protests; communicate and serve as a liaison between vendors, departments, or entities to develop compromise and resolve contractual problems or complaints.
Publicize the Contract Participation Program and perform outreach activities; prepare informational materials and news releases in cooperation with the County's Public Information Officer and the Director of Procurement and Fleet; organize and conduct compliance workshops for, and in cooperation with, County departments.
Enforce County, state and federal regulations, laws and ordinances, and recommend corrective actions in cases of non-compliance.
Audit procurements performed under delegated authority for compliance.
Review new requests for delegated purchasing authority and monitor compliance with set regulated amounts.
Analyze current and pending legislation and recommend policy/program changes; provide written reports and give oral testimony to the Board of Supervisors regarding progress and implementation status of the Contract Participation Program.
Work independently in developing and coordinating complex contracts for commodities or services with multiple departments; write solicitations for bids (Request for Proposals, Requests for Quotations, Invitations to Bid); analyze and determine most appropriate contract types to reduce County's exposure to risk.
Organize, direct and lead negotiating teams in evaluating and negotiating contracts.
Supervise, assign and evaluate work of subordinate staff.
Serve as team lead for specific teams within Purchasing; provide guidance, direction, and support for buyers and/or procurement contract specialists.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in business/public administration or the social sciences. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education up to two years of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education). A master's degree or possession of a certificate in purchasing/procurement management is highly desirable. Examples of desirable certificate programs include but are not limited to the following: Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPC); Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) from the UPPC; Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (APP) from the from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM); Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the ISM; Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) from the ISM; Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA); or Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM) from the NCMA.
Experience: Six years of progressively responsible purchasing experience including formal bidding, contract negotiations, and development for large dollar procurements. This must have included a minimum of two years of public sector procurement experience in preparing and processing state or federal contracts, purchases of service contracts, processing or preparing grant applications, conducting competitive bids, formulating policy and procedures, or negotiating contracts with private industry or government auditing experience.
OPTION II
Experience: Eight years of buying experience in a Purchasing Department or Agency, four years of which should be equivalent to the County of Riverside Procurement Contract Specialist classification (or higher classification within the class series), which includes contract negotiation, development of contract standards and procedures, auditing experience and development of multi-year or major high-value, multi-commodity agreements. (Possession of a certificate as a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) or possession of either a certificate in purchasing or a certificate in contracting may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.)
OPTION III
Experience: Two years as a Supervising Procurement Contract Specialist with the County of Riverside or equivalent.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of professional procurement with emphasis on all solicitation processes used to acquire commodities, services, and a variety of contract types employed to procure these services; laws, ordinances, and state and federal procurement regulations concerning contractual agreements between County and private contractors; remedies and procedures for non-compliance.
Ability to: Work independently; supervise; read and interpret rules and regulations; collect, organize, and evaluate product or service information; identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of decisions and recommendations; compose clear and concise reports, recommendations, technical procedures and correspondence; audit programs for adherence to policies and procedures; develop/write policies, procedures, and training manuals; train users and customers; communicate in a clear and persuasive manner; establish and maintain effective relationships with department officials, company/ vendor representatives, and staff members; prepare purchasing specifications; work effectively in community relations and with community agencies and groups; meet and confer with a variety of adversarial groups and individuals and to mediate amicable settlements of differences; establish and maintain liaison with a variety of governmental jurisdictions and agencies and with the public; utilize management and organizational principles necessary to analyze, evaluate, and control organization programs and resources.
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
The Most Competitive Candidates will Possess:
- Certification as aCertified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPC); Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) from the UPPC; Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (APP) from the from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM); Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the ISM; Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) from the ISM; Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA); or Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM) from the NCMA.
- Prior auditing experience.
- Extensive service procurement experience.
- Experience creating and administering procurement training programs.
***Please Note: If qualifying using educational units or certification, proof is required by the closing deadline. Applications without proof of degree/educational units/certification completed will not be considered. Please see "Supplemental Information" below for guidelines.***
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
General Information:
For questions regarding this posting please contact Angela Tavaglione at or at (951) 966-3590.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to 108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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- I have a valid California driver's license.
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What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university?
- None of these
- Less than 30 semester or 45 quarter units
- At least 30 semester or 45 quarter units
- At least 60 semester or 90 quarter units
- At least 90 semester or 135 quarter units
- At least 120 semester or 180 units
- I have my Associates degree
- I have my Bachelors degree
- I have my Masters degree
- I have my Doctorate degree
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I acknowledge that I am required to provide proof of my degree or a copy of my transcript(s) as verification of educational units completed prior to the closing date of the job posting. (Official and unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.)
- Yes
- No
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How many years of purchasing experience including formal bidding, contract negotiations, and development for large dollar procurements do you have?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 7 years
- 7 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more, but less than 9 years
- 9 years or more
06
How many years of public sector experience in preparing and processing state or federal contracts, purchases of service contracts, processing or preparing grant applications, conducting competitive bids, formulating policy and procedures, or negotiating contracts with private industry or government do you have?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more
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How many years of of buying experience in a Purchasing Department or Agency do you have?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 - 3 years
- 3 - 6 years
- 6 - 9 years
- 9 years or more
08
Do you have at least 4 years of experience in preparing and processing state or federal contracts, purchases of service contracts, processing or preparing grant applications, conducting competitive bids, formulating policy and procedures, or negotiating contracts with private industry or government?
- Yes
- No
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Which of the below certifications do you possess? (Proof must be submitted with your application)
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPC)
- Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) from the UPPC
- Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (APP) from the from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
- Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the ISM
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) from the ISM
- Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
- Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM) from the NCMA
- None of the above
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Do you have experience auditing procurement contracts for goods or professional services to ensure they are in compliance with federal, state, and County requirements within the public sector?
- Yes
- No
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