Purchasing Service And Systems Coordinator

PURCHASING SERVICE AND SYSTEMS COORDINATOR

Salary

$64,571.28 - $82,411.20 Annually

Location

Everett, WA

Job Type

Full-Time Project

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

Department

Finance

Division

Finance Purchasing

Opening Date

02/27/2026

Closing Date

3/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

This is a project position with budget authorization until December 2026. This position is part of a multi-year ERP implementation and may be extended based on the needs of the project.

BASIC FUNCTION

To provide assistance to County employees on the use of the purchasing module of the County financial system and to provide administrative support to Purchasing Division staff.

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of employment verification and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

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Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

* Trains and assists County employees on the use of the purchasing module of the County financial system.

* Serves as a liaison to resolve technical problems on the purchasing module of the County financial system with Information Services and vendor; writes Software Action Notices to correct financial system problems; tests new financial system software releases and software fixes.

* Develops and maintains procedural manual for using the purchasing module of County financial systems.

* Develops and maintains forms, databases and procedural manuals necessary to support the County purchasing process.

* Provides technical word processing and spreadsheet guidance and training to divisional staff.

* Assists the Purchasing Manager in various administrative functions including but not limited to budget monitoring and development, supplies requisition and report preparation.

* Analyzes and researches proposed equipment changes/upgrades and also procedural improvements for staff for proper interface and compatibility.

* Assists Buyers in document development and processing as part of the purchase requisition process.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

* May track equipment and inventory for division.

* May assist in departmental accounts payable, payroll and Personnel Change Forms processing.

* Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of business and public administration experience in a purchasing office environment using an automated purchasing financial system; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

* automated financial systems with purchasing modules

* Purchasing Division processes and procedures

* computer technology

* office practices and procedures

* proper English, spelling, grammar, punctuation and word usage

* basic bookkeeping and/or record-keeping procedures

Ability to:

* operate computer and applied software packages

* analyze and resolve work-related problems

* exercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within the scope of assigned authority

* communicate effectively both orally and in writing

* establish and maintain effective work relationships with department personnel, public and private officials, other county employees and with the general public

* maintain necessary records and prepare required reports

* operate standard office equipment

* take notes, as required

* manage multiple tasks/activities while meeting specific deadlines

* maintain a high degree of accuracy with detailed information

SUPERVISION

Employee receives supervision from the Purchasing Manager or an administrative superior as assigned. Objectives, priorities and deadlines are established by the supervisor. The work is reviewed through periodic meetings, status reports and by evaluation of results obtained.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed in the usual office environment with two (2) plus hours daily on the computer.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

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Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.

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County Benefits

* Medical Insurance

* Vision Insurance

* Dental Insurance

* Retirement

* Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

* Long Term Disability (LTD)

* Commuting Benefits

* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

* Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program

* Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

* Deferred Compensation 457(b)

* Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance

* Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)

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