Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:BOULDER

Department: Purchasing

Position Title: Buyer/Contract Specialist

Position Start Date: February 17, 2025

Position Type: Professional Technical

FTE: 1.0 - 40 hours per week - Regular, ongoing

Work Schedule: 261 Days - 12 Months

Salary Range 2: $66,226.00 - $99,341.00

Closing Date: January 23, 2025

BVSD anticipates having in person interviews on Monday, February 3, 2025

Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD

Summary:

This position reports to the Director of Supply Chain Management and is responsible, within the limits of its delegated authority, for administering the contracts management module, the procurement of goods, equipment, supplies, and services for the Boulder Valley school district in accordance with district policies, rules and regulations and for providing support for the District’s contracts management system.

Responsibilities:

• Approve: Analyze and approve purchase requisitions and issue Purchase Orders. Purchase goods and services in accordance with best purchasing practices and Board policies.
• Support: Provide support to end users and departments regarding requisitions and researching purchase orders and vendors. Assist vendors, Director, and other buyers.
• Advise: Assist with enforcement of purchasing policies, rules, ethics, and regulations set by appropriate business practices and Board Policy.
• Process: Process department PCard transactions including account reconciliations, allocation of charges and credit allocations.
• Collaborate: Draft, issue, evaluate, negotiate and award procurement solicitations.
• Train: Provide training on Purchasing policies, procedures, and order entry requirements as needed by schools and departments.
• Communicate: Communicate effectively with the general public and vendors. Confer with District departments and school personnel regarding specifications, prices, and delivery status.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or five years experience in a Business related field.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Completed and submitted BVSD online application
• Communicate (read, write, and speak) in English

Preferred:

• Minimum of two years of demonstrated experience in purchasing
• Negotiation experience
• Development, issuance and evaluation of competitive solicitations and/or public purchasing experience
• Experience with procurement or business computer systems
• Certified Public Professional Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Purchasing Official (CPPO), or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) certification or similar certification

Salary Information:

Salary Range 2: $66,226.00 - $99,341.00

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended. 

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html