Procurement Specialist I/II/III; Depending on Qualifications

Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Procurement Specialist

I/II/III

; Depending on Qualifications Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 2 Department

PURCHASING

Division

PURCHASING

Requisition Number 2026161 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule Monday-Friday/8am-5pm; Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement O

• Occasional Pay Grade GE11 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST I

$49,373 to $73,442 PROCUREMENT

SPECIALIST II

$54,492 to $81,057 PROCUREMENT

SPECIALIST III

: $60,143 to $89,463 Starting salary commensurate with education and experience. Job Description The City of Chesapeake is seeking 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! $2,000 sign-on bonus for new hires and hires from other City of Chesapeake departments. The City will compensate for experience in public procurement, especially at the local government level. Click here to learn more about what it takes to work in Purchasing & Procurement for the City of Chesapeake. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

Required Qualifications Procurement Specialist Vocational/Educational Requirements:

PS1: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or a closely related field. A Master's Degree in business administration, public administration, or related field can substitute for one year of related full-time experience. PS2: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or a closely related field. PS3: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or a closely related field.

Procurement Specialist Experience Requirements:

PS1: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this job class requires a minimum of one year of directly related, full-time equivalent experience or a minimum of three years of full-time experience in a position that requires the following professional skills: coordination of people, programs, tasks and/or money; written and verbal communication; customer service; attention to detail; and working in a team environment. PS2: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience in formal complex solicitations such as Request for Proposals and Invitation for Bids. PS3: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of three years of related, full-time equivalent experience in formal complex solicitations to include Request for Proposals and Invitation for Bids.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

: Requires a valid driver's license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards . PS3: Requires a NIGP-CPP, CPPO or CPPB certification within one (1) year of employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties Preferred Qualifications PS1: None PS2: CPPO, CPM, CPP, or CPPB certification desirable. PS3: CPPO, CPM, CPP, or CPPB certification desirable. Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 06/23/2026 Job Close Date 07/08/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants $2000 Sign-On Bonus Available! There is a career progression program in place that provides procurement specialists the opportunity to advance through the I, II and III level! Please submit a cover letter and resume, in addition to completing the online application. Interested candidates should apply immediately. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary

• Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Physical Demands C = Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Standing Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Sitting Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Walking Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs Carrying Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Pushing/Pulling Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Reaching Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Handling Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Fine Dexterity Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Kneeling Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Crawling Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Climbing Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Vision Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Computers, fax, copier, scanner and laptops. Protective Equipment Required Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust S = Seasonally Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously

• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Time Pressures Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week.

Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) Administrator, Deputy Administrator, Supervisor and coworkers all work together as a team. Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4