PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT II / Emergency Appointment Fire
County of Los AngelesTYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY We will be accepting online applications from Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, to be accepted. EXAM NUMBER: C2346A-FR The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires, including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Department of Public Works is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Procurement Assistant II vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Procurement Assistant II . Essential Job Functions A Procurement Assistant II is responsible for a combination of the following job functions : Analyze and evaluate departmental purchasing policies, procedures, and operations; identifies issues and recommends improvements to increase efficiency and ensure compliance with County purchasing regulations. Serve as the lead of the Procurement Help Desk, independently research and resolve purchasing issues, troubleshoot LACES errors, and provide technical assistance and guidance to departmental staff and management. Develop and analyze procurement reports using LACES, Cognos, and other programs, including buyer productivity, vendor rotation, purchasing trends, consumption studies, small business participation, and audit reports for management review. Review and evaluate purchasing requests, Master Agreements, procurement specifications, and purchasing procedures to ensure compliance with County policies, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions. Evaluate purchasing processes and workflows, and recommend solutions to improve procurement efficiency and processing timelines. Support implementation and ongoing operation of LACES by identifying and documenting system issues, and recommending improvements to system functionality. Develop training materials and conduct ongoing LACES training for departmental employees, supervisors, and managers, including instruction on Data Entry, Receiving, Approval functions, and purchasing procedures. Research and identify potential vendors, coordinate vendor outreach, obtain pricing and delivery information, and assist departmental users with locating materials, equipment, and services, including items that are discontinued or in short supply. Serve as a vendor liaison representing Public Works at vendor outreach events and provide guidance regarding County purchasing procedures, vendor requirements, and opportunities to conduct business with Public Works. Prepare purchasing summaries, analytical reports, and recommendations for management to assist with procurement planning, operational improvements, and compliance reviews. The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: One year of procurement experience at the level of Procurement Assistant I. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alterna…