Job Description
The successful candidate joining our JCPL team will perform complex professional procurement and contracting support services for the Library. Process formal written bids and requests for proposals or statements of qualifications for professional services and construction of public works projects. Compile information for final contracts for review by County Attorney. Advise contractors and end-users of bid award and insurance requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Process formal written bids and requests for proposals or statements of qualifications, particularly for professional services and construction of public works projects.
- Review Specifications and statements of work and obtain clarification from Divisions/Offices as needed.
- Compile bid documents, coordinate pre-bid opening communications between contractors and technical staff, schedule and conduct pre-bid conferences, conduct bid openings and initiate the review and evaluation of vendors' written bids and proposals.
- Decide on appropriate negotiation tactics and goals.
- Determine if bid waiver requests, solicitations or purchase order requests are complete and compliant and therefore entitled to approval.
- Review contract/purchase order terms and conditions for appropriateness for specific goods and services.
Additional Info & Requirements
- One year of experience as Purchasing Agent in the public sector, three years preferred.
- Collaboration and communication skills highly desirable.
- Colorado Driver's License.
The Community
Jefferson County Public Library, formed in 1952, is the largest public library in the state of Colorado and in the Rocky Mountain Region. Nestled midway between the city of Denver and the nearby Rocky Mountain Region, and spanning 774 square miles, Jefferson County is the second largest county in Colorado. Jefferson County Public Library is a Department in Jefferson County Government.
Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) will be the essential destination where all generations connect, discover, and create. We help to build an educated and vibrant community by providing equal access to information and opportunities. Everyone is welcome at JCPL. We serve with care, meet patrons where they are, give them our full attention, and strive to exceed their expectations. Our core values are: Innovation, Accountability, and Excellence.
HR Info
Kim Curtis
Recruitment Coordinator
Jefferson County Public Library
- Offer of employment is contingent on criminal history check, motor vehicle record check, and education verification.