Senior Procurement Specialist

Senior Procurement Specialist JobID: 1519 Position Type: Business Office/Purchasing Specialist Date Posted: 10/8/2026 Location: East Valley Institute of Technology- Main Campus Date Available: TBD Closing Date: Open Until Filled Applications are being accepted for the position of Senior Procurement Specialist with the East Valley Institute of Technology. This position will work at our Main St Campus (1601 W. Main St Mesa AZ 85201). The hours are M-F 7:30-4:00. Job Summary: Under the general direction of the Associate Chief Financial Officer, the Senior Procurement Specialist independently coordinates and administers the District's procurement program, including competitive solicitations, contract administration, procurement compliance, and purchasing procedures. The position exercises independent judgment on significant procurement matters, advises District leadership on procurement requirements and risks, and supports efficient, transparent, and compliant acquisition of goods and services. Job Type: Full Time, 12 Month Exempt Salary: $65,115.00 - 81,805.00. Placement in the range will be based on a combination of education, industry related experience and certification. Benefits : EVIT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: employer-paid Medical Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contribution, basic life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Our benefits package also provides a comprehensive choice of voluntary benefits that include dental, vision, supplemental and dependent life insurance, short-term disability, prepaid legal, accident, and critical illness insurance. Please note, that it is mandatory to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System plan (ASRS), which includes the regular contribution rate of 11.87% for retirement and 0.11% for Long-Term Disability per pay period. EVIT matches the retirement contribution dollar for dollar. Education and Experience: Associate degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain management, public administration, or related field, or equivalent relevant education and experience. At least three years of progressively responsible purchasing or procurement experience, including competitive purchasing and contract-related work. Preferred Qualifications: Three or more years of public-sector procurement experience, preferably in an Arizona school district, CTED, community college, municipality, county, or state agency. Experience independently administering formal IFB's and RFPs; knowledge of Arizona School District Procurement Rules, USFR, and Federal Uniform Guidance. CPPB, CPPO, or NIGP-CPP certification; experience with iVisions or similar governmental financial software. Licensing / Certification and Other Requirements: Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) fingerprint clearance card. Proof of immunization against or immunity to measles and rubella if born after January 1, 1957. Information about EVIT East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) is a career technical school that provides high school and adult students with the advanced skills and training needed to thrive in today's competitive job market. EVIT offers 50 career technical education programs, as well as Associate degrees in Nursing and Surgical Technology. EVIT prepares students for state and national licensing, industry certifications, internships, and the opportunity to earn college credit. EVIT programs are tuition-free for high school students who live within the following school districts: Apache Junction, Cave Creek, Chandler, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, Higley, J.O. Combs, Mesa, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, and Tempe. EVIT offers adult programs that allow adults to improve their current skills or learn new skills. Adult programs have additional fees associated with them. For more information about EVIT, visit www.evit.edu. EVIT Mission Statement To change lives by loving our students and serving our communities with a career and college pr…

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