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City of Venice (FL) $52,645.68 - $76,861.10 Annually Venice, FL Full-Time 2318 Finance Procurement 05/21/2025 Description
Starting salary to commence at $52,645 except in extenuating circumstances. General statement of job: Performs a variety of procurement, administrative and financial functions for the City. City expectations: Certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency. Duties & Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities: Essential functions: Responds to inquiries and provides training, general information and assistance to departments in the procurement of materials and contractual services. Oversees all accounts payable transactions including processing and monitoring payments and expenditures. Accurately and legibly completes applicable reports, forms, and other required documentation. Maintains bid, vendor and accounts payable records. Conducts product/market research as required. Contributes to improving the operations and efficiency of all work processes to decrease turnaround times, streamline procedures, and provide quality customer service. Assists the Utility Billing Coordinator. Procures goods and services utilizing requests for proposals (RFP), invitations to bid (ITB), requests for qualifications (RFQ), and verbal quotes, in compliance with current state and local regulations and City policies. Responsibilities: Responsible for effective, efficient and accurate procurement, financial and administrative operations. Responsible in work to the Procurement Manager. Minimum Qualifications
Minimum education and training: High school graduate or GED and three (3) years of business-related experience to include two (2) years accounts payable experience. One (1) year procurement experience in the bid selection process is preferred. Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) designation is also preferred. Minimum qualifications and standards required: Skill requirements: Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret/apply City policies and regulations pertaining to all aspects of procurement and accounts payable processes. Ability to work independently of direct supervision and capable of sustaining regular and predictable attendance. Must be able to communicate in a clear, professional manner; understand and follow instructions; and complete all forms and reports legibly and accurately. Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks; handle the pressure of deadlines; and read, transpose and analyze numbers quickly and accurately. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, sales representatives, co-workers, supervisors and the general public. Must possess a valid Florida driver's license free of any serious violations. Requires a working knowledge of the current version of the Microsoft Office Professional software suite including proficiency with Word and Excel. Must have a basic understanding of the current version of the Microsoft Windows operating system. Familiarity with CentralSquare Software applications based on an iSeries system is preferred. Working knowledge of current versions of Internet browsers and Microsoft Outlook is also highly recommended. Ability to learn specific computer applications used in the Department. Physical requirements: Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, bending, lifting or minimal physical exertion. Requires finger and wrist dexterity and hand/eye coordination to perform keyboard functions. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with physical disabilities. Supplemental Information
Working conditions: Works is primarily performed in an office environment but may be required to provide on-site assistance to all City departments as needed. Other: It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions. Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco/nicotine screening, review of driver's license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers. The City of Venice values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Veterans' preference is available for certain service members, veterans, and family members. The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
City of Venice (FL) $52,645.68 - $76,861.10 Annually Venice, FL Full-Time 2318 Finance Procurement 05/21/2025 Description
Starting salary to commence at $52,645 except in extenuating circumstances. General statement of job: Performs a variety of procurement, administrative and financial functions for the City. City expectations: Certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency. Duties & Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities: Essential functions: Responds to inquiries and provides training, general information and assistance to departments in the procurement of materials and contractual services. Oversees all accounts payable transactions including processing and monitoring payments and expenditures. Accurately and legibly completes applicable reports, forms, and other required documentation. Maintains bid, vendor and accounts payable records. Conducts product/market research as required. Contributes to improving the operations and efficiency of all work processes to decrease turnaround times, streamline procedures, and provide quality customer service. Assists the Utility Billing Coordinator. Procures goods and services utilizing requests for proposals (RFP), invitations to bid (ITB), requests for qualifications (RFQ), and verbal quotes, in compliance with current state and local regulations and City policies. Responsibilities: Responsible for effective, efficient and accurate procurement, financial and administrative operations. Responsible in work to the Procurement Manager. Minimum Qualifications
Minimum education and training: High school graduate or GED and three (3) years of business-related experience to include two (2) years accounts payable experience. One (1) year procurement experience in the bid selection process is preferred. Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) designation is also preferred. Minimum qualifications and standards required: Skill requirements: Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret/apply City policies and regulations pertaining to all aspects of procurement and accounts payable processes. Ability to work independently of direct supervision and capable of sustaining regular and predictable attendance. Must be able to communicate in a clear, professional manner; understand and follow instructions; and complete all forms and reports legibly and accurately. Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks; handle the pressure of deadlines; and read, transpose and analyze numbers quickly and accurately. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, sales representatives, co-workers, supervisors and the general public. Must possess a valid Florida driver's license free of any serious violations. Requires a working knowledge of the current version of the Microsoft Office Professional software suite including proficiency with Word and Excel. Must have a basic understanding of the current version of the Microsoft Windows operating system. Familiarity with CentralSquare Software applications based on an iSeries system is preferred. Working knowledge of current versions of Internet browsers and Microsoft Outlook is also highly recommended. Ability to learn specific computer applications used in the Department. Physical requirements: Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, bending, lifting or minimal physical exertion. Requires finger and wrist dexterity and hand/eye coordination to perform keyboard functions. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with physical disabilities. Supplemental Information
Working conditions: Works is primarily performed in an office environment but may be required to provide on-site assistance to all City departments as needed. Other: It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions. Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco/nicotine screening, review of driver's license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers. The City of Venice values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Veterans' preference is available for certain service members, veterans, and family members. The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.