Contracts Specialist II - Aviation Department City of Phoenix - 4.1 Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time $74,422.40 - $115,460.80 a year 9 hours ago Benefits 401(a) Commuter assistance Paid parental leave Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Parental leave Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description Job

ID 62692

Job Category Administrative & Clerical Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Over 52 million passengers traveled through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in 2024, one of the busiest airports in the country and in the nation's 5th largest city. Sky Harbor is the largest of three airports in the Phoenix Airport System (Phoenix Sky Harbor, Deer Valley, and Goodyear airports) which is operated by the City of Phoenix Aviation Department and has an economic impact over $44 billion annually. The Aviation Department, Procurement, and Compliance Services Division, seeks two Contract Specialist II candidates to join their dynamic and innovative procurement team with career growth opportunities. The division is responsible for purchasing a large variety of goods and services, professional services, including revenue solicitation, and the Contract Specialist II performs advanced-level work in writing, procuring, negotiating, executing, and administering complex contracts and revenue contract solicitations for the department. The variety of procurement activities managed by the Contract Specialist II requires the use of critical thinking skills, initiative, and professional judgment, and is performed under the general direction of the Procurement Manager.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines. Ability to correctly interpret complex laws, regulations, guidelines, agreements, and follow policies and procedures. Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize, and analyze information. Proven experience in public procurement, including developing scopes of work and technical specifications, conducting solicitations, facilitating evaluations, negotiating contracts, and executing awards. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to purchasing, procurement, and principles of accounting. Possess strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and the ability to analyze information, make informed decisions, and exercise sound professional judgment. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to break down complex information, respond effectively to inquiries, and provide exemplary customer service to internal customers, vendors, and City officials.

SALARY Pay Range:

$74,422.40 to $115,460.80 annually.

Hiring Range:

$74,422.40 to $99,736 annually.

Pay Range Explanation:

Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification. Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Internal Only:

Please understand that this is pay grade 061. If selected, your salary offer will be based on the applicable promotion or demotion worksheet in accordance with the City Pay Ordinance. Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase. Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease. Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade. When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit. Your job classification can be found in eCHRIS > Personal Details under your name, located in the top left section of the page. The pay grade and classification/unit of your current position may be found by looking up your job title on the job description page.

BENEFITS A

comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes: Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, for more details: Pension Information. 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions. Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or

HSA/HDHP

plans. Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan. Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually. Dental, vision, and life insurance options. Employer paid long-term disability. Free Bus/light rail pass. Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year. Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days. Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period. Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi. For more details, visit: Unit 007 Benefits

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Three years of experience working with governmental contracts or experience assisting a contracts administrator in contract preparation. Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position. The following list is not all inclusive but are TSA general factors for disqualification of employment for working at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Other factors will be assessed that may also lead to disqualification. Qualified candidates should consider these factors when applying. Aviation Employment Disqualifiers. For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, . The City job description can be found here.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus: Experience working with eProcurement or other purchasing software. Experience in government (federal, state, or local) or private industry procurement that includes contract development, management, and/or administration. Experience leading projects, independently developing, evaluating, and reviewing solicitation and contract documents, including scopes of work and evaluation criteria to ensure accuracy and completeness. Experience within the last three years in public procurement, including developing scopes of work and technical specifications, conducting solicitations, facilitating evaluations, negotiating contracts, and executing awards. National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) certification as a Certified Public Procurement Buyer or Officer, highly preferred.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes October 12, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date. This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document , your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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REFERENCE

Contracts Specialist II, JC:

06630, ID# 62692, 09/29/2026,

USM, GO, Benefits:

007 Building the Phoenix of tomorrow. #DoWorkThatMakesPhoenixWork City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.