Procurement Administrator I

General

The Procurement Administrator I will report to a Procurement Administrator III and is responsible for preparing and processing Invitations for Bids (IFBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and Purchase Orders (P.O.s) for the procurement of goods, materials, equipment, professional services, and public works in support of the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans), the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain), and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA).

Essential Functions & Duties

• Follow the procurement process in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and policies governing public agency purchasing (e.g. California Labor Code, Prevailing Wage, and California Contract Code).
• Review solicitation requirements for reasonableness, recommend contract type, determine appropriate procurement strategy, and method of compensation.
• Conduct negotiations with vendors to achieve best overall value for the agency.
• Coordinate with Project Manager, Labor Compliance Officer, Small Business/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Officer, Risk Manager, and Finance Department to resolve issues related to the issuance of purchase orders and agreements.
  

Examples of Duties:

• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders during the procurement process. This includes reviewing the scope of work, identifying evaluation criteria, and developing timelines for informal IFBs, RFPs, and RFQs.
• Maintain auditable procurement files e.g., purchase orders, work directives, and contract amendments.
• Administer assigned contracts including amendments, capacity, insurance, and closeout
• Process contract activities using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software program.
• Provide timely assistance, training, and customer service to internal and external customers.
• Conduct outreach with vendor community.
• Process requests for disposition of materials and equipment in accordance with the District’s
  Procurement Policy.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Associates Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• 4 years of experience in a formal purchasing environment and/or procurement experience in a public agency.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Program (e.g. PeopleSoft) or other database, financial enterprise and/or procurement systems (e.g. PlanetBids) preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Able to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.

Below is a summary of the comprehensive benefits provided to District full-time employees:

Health and Welfare Benefits:

• Healthcare Benefits -District employees are offered a choice of healthcare providers under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program.The District will contribute ninety (90) percent towards monthly premiums for full-time employees. Fifty (50) percent for part-time employees.
  
• Free Dental and Vision Benefits provided - Employer Covers Premiums
  
• Free Employee Assistance Benefit - Employees are entitled to 5 face-to-face sessions or telephonic or web-video consultations for problem-solving support per incident, per calendar year.
  

• Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified Health or Dependent Care expenses.
  

Retirement Medical Benefits:

• Long Term Disability Insurance - After 90 days of total disability, Administrative full-time employees are eligible for 60% of monthly income covered by the District.
  
• Health and Wellness - Gyms located at most work locations and discounted Weight Watcher Membership Option.
  

Holidays and Paid Time Off:

• Paid Time Off - Newly hired employees accrue 6.5 hours bi-weekly when hired (if Exempt 8.25 hours).As you move up in years of service credit, the rate of the amount of PTO accrued will also increase.
  
• Paid Holidays - The District provides seven paid holidays throughout the year - New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
  
• Floating Holidays - District employees can earn up to five (5) floating holidays.
  

Financial Planning Benefits:

• Pension Benefits through CalPERS -You must have a minimum of 5 years of service to be eligible for this pension.
  

• CalPERS PEPRA vs. Classic - All employees hired on, or after January 1, 2013, are considered PEPRA members and will contribute 8% of their salary up to the maximum IRS cut-off. All Classic members will contribute 6%
  
• Deferred Compensation Options - Select to contribute to one or both of our Tax Deferred Compensation Options
  
• Reliance Standard Life Insurance with 100% premium paid by the District - 1 times annual salary of employee - max $200,000
  
• Optional Life Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible family members.
  

Growth and Education Benefits:

• Professional Development - Access to LinkedIn Learning and San Mateo County’s professional training. District Tuition Reimbursement Program - A maximum of $5,250 per year for courses related to your job or career goals with the District.
  
• Computer Loan Program - Interest-free two-year loan with a maximum amount of $2,000.
  

Other Amazing Benefits:

• Credit Union - Employees and family members are eligible to join the San Mateo Credit Union and Patelco Credit Union.
  
• Employee Clean Commute (ECC) - Car/Van poolers and Public Transit riders receive a monthly reimbursement.
  
• Commuter Benefits - Free Employee Parking; Free Bus Pass for employee as well as children/spouse; Clipper Card/Go Pass Program for Central employees.
  

For union employees, all of the above benefits are subject to the employee’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits listed are also subject to change with or without notice and are subject to contract/provider terms and conditions.

Closing Date/Time: 3/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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• San Mateo County Transit District

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