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Mohave Educational Services Cooperative (Mohave) is one of the most respected nonprofit cooperative purchasing agencies in Arizona and is seeking applicants for the following position:

CONTRACT SPECIALIST – 2 Positions Available

CPPB (Certified Professional Public Buyer), CPPO (Certified Public Procurement Officer), NIGP-CPP (Certified Procurement Professional) or C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager), at the time of hire is preferred. If no certifications are held at the time of hire, certification is expected to be obtained within eighteen (18) months from the date of hire. If certification is not obtained within eighteen (18) months, Mohave reserves the right to release the employee from continued employment.

The Contract Specialist position would be equivalent to a buyer position in other public agencies’ procurement departments.

This position is responsible for researching, preparing, issuing, evaluating, awarding, and administering Mohave’s cooperative procurement contracts. This position requires a person with excellent research, organizational, analytical, critical thinking, communication, and information systems skills. In addition, practical experience and knowledge of the principles, practices, rules, regulations, and laws applicable to Arizona public procurement are preferred.

Mohave is offering the qualified candidate a full-time non-exempt position with a competitive hourly rate ranging from $33.36 – $36.70 (depending on experience), plus a generous benefits package which includes participation in the Arizona State Retirement System.

While the office is located in Kingman, we will consider a remote worker that resides in the state of Arizona.

Please submit a copy of your résumé and application via email to Terra Hardcastle.

Our anticipated timeline is as follows:

Position closes: January 13, 2025
Interviews: January/February 2025
Offer extended: By February 19, 2025
Start Date: Flexible with a preferred start date no later than March 10, 2025