Coordinator I (226 Days)

Coordinate the internal quality review process involving leading or conducting performance, financial and compliance review projects, and provide ongoing training to the organization's management and staff.

Develop and implement a quality review process to ensure that procurement and contract transactions are completed in accordance with District policies and procedures.

Establish key performance metrics and utilize quality review tools to monitor procurement and contract transactions.

Audit department procedures to determine if results are consistent with established goals and objectives, and whether funds are being used as planned; review procurement controls, record retention, documentation and backup to ensure department functions properly with adequate controls and audit trails.

Coordinate and conduct internal self-audits and reviews of financial records, reports, documentation and operating procedures and action audit findings to clear audit exposures.

Summarize findings, prepare reports and make recommendations on changes with the goal of improving processes or operations.

Develop and deliver training for department and District stakeholders on the quality review process and ensure audit readiness among all purchasing personnel.

Maintain solid understanding of federal, state and local policies for procurement.

Keep abreast of legal requirements and regulations of purchasing for school districts including such federal, state, county, and city laws as may apply.

Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in a directly related field preferred.

Five years of directly related experience in auditing and/or purchasing, preferably in an institutional/government or school district environment or other buying experience.

Knowledge of the principles, procedures and requirements of public and private sector purchasing.

Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and legal requirements of school district purchasing and contracts is a plus.

Strong planning, investigative, negotiation and problem resolution skills.

Effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of employees, staff members and the general public.

Ability to coordinate multiple projects and assignments; high degree of flexibility required.

Ability to provide information to staff in a way that maximizes productivity, efficiency and cost effectiveness.