Job

Procurement Specialist I/II/III

  • Company: City of Chesapeake
  • Location: Chesapeake, Virginia 23322 USA
  • Salary: $49,300 to $79,600
  • Date Posted: August 5, 2025
  • Closing Date: September 5, 2025
  • NIGP-CPP Certification: Preferred

Description

The City of Chesapeake seeks entry‐level and experienced professional Procurement Specialist candidates.

This is a great opportunity for public procurement professionals to continue their career with a City that has an excellent reputation for service and stability.

It is also a great opportunity to start a new career as a PS I! There is a career progression program in place that provides procurement specialists the opportunity to advance through the I, II and III level! It is worth noting that after a reorganization & period of rebuilding & change, the department will be at full staff.

This is an exciting time to join the team!

Requirements

All of the departments for the City purchase goods and services to serve the community.

A procurement specialist helps make this happen!

• Coordinate with bidders to research availability of goods and services, provide assistance with procedures, and respond to questions and concerns.

• Draft specifications for commodity sourcing.

• Prepare and manage the solicitation process for competitive sealed bids and negotiations.

• Conduct negotiations, award contracts, organize and direct pre‐bid/proposal conferences.

SALARY: PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST III: $60,100 to $79,600

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST II: $54,400 to $72,200 PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST I: $49,300 to $65,400 The above salaries are the hiring range.

Hiring pay is dependent on qualifications and experience.

The City will compensate for experience in public procurement, especially at the local government level.

Application Process

To be considered for this opportunity and to view detailed job descriptions and requirements, please submit a cover letter, resume, and online application at https://jobs.cityofchesapeake.net/postings/15552.

Interested candidates should apply immediately.

Open Until Filled. First review of applications on August 18, 2025.

Contact Info


Name: Carol Robinson
Phone: 757-382-6917
Email: carobinson@cityofchesapeake.net
Closing Date: September 5, 2025
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