Program Coordinator-Purchasing and

Salary: $94,702.40 - $129,667.20 Annually Location : County of San Diego, CA Job Type: Regular - Full time Job Number: 26243701PC Department: Purchasing & Contracting Division: Dept Of P&C - Operations Opening Date: 02/23/2026 Closing Date: 3/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Job Summary The County of San Diego's Department of Purchasing and Contracting has a current opening for Program Coordinator This position may offer a mix of in office and teleworking after an initial period. Interviews will take place the week of April 6th, 2026 and job offers will be made the week of April 20th, 2026. FUTURE SALARY INCREASESJune 2026 - 4.49% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the-Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment) June 2027 - 4.49% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the- Board +1.49% Market Adjustment) About The Department of Purchasing & Contracting (DPC): The DPC has earned the National Purchasing Institute's Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® every year since 2001. This award is designed to recognize excellence in public procurement and is earned by those organizations, public or non-profit, that obtain a high score on criteria designed to measure innovation, professionalism, productivity, and leadership attributes. Our Vision.... Achieve excellence in procurement and support services through collaboration with County Departments and engagement with the community and suppliers. Our Mission.... Provide efficient and effective mission-focused contracting services applying open, inclusive and transparent practices. DPC is responsible for effective and efficient procurement of goods, materials and services, supporting County departments. DPC procures all goods and services for the County of San Diego, as provided for in the County Charter. DPC ensures the competitive process is used for best price and highest quality while conforming to purchasing regulations and emphasizing excellent customer service practices. Procurement Contracting Officers work with representatives from all County departments to develop procurement strategies and documents and negotiate the highly complex fixed-price, time and material, and cost-reimbursement contracts for supplies and services. Information on the , About the Program Coordinator position: DPC's procurement process operates under an inclusive model of fair access to opportunities and full and open competition. Community engagement is at the center of the County's operational model, and DPC's goal is to enhance community engagement in the procurement process, especially to appropriately consider and reflect community needs and cultural competency/lived experiences during the process. The Program Coordinator will play an important role in collaborating with the community and partners across the County Enterprise. Program Coordinator is a professional management level classification that provides administrative, analytical, planning, and management support for programs, projects, and facilities where substantive administrative, policy, and/or technical issues require specialized analysis, recommendation, and implementation. The ideal candidate for this Program Coordinatorposition will possess the following: Strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, and project management skills with attention to detail to ensure multiple items continue to conclusion Proficiency and experience writing, editing, and reviewing items for a broad array of audiences, with demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft Office products, including advanced applications of Word and PowerPoint Highly effective communication skills, ability to address sensitive issues and develop collaborative relationships with staff, customers, and community groups Experience in conducting or coordinating community engagement activities, and comfortable delivering presentations and facilitating meetings to a broad audience Ability to manage multiple high-profile, high-sensitivity projects or initiatives at the same time while being strategic and applying a forward-looking approach to follow through on commitments Ability to maintain a positive attitude, manage a heavy workload, and meet deadlines despite rapidly changing priorities Volunteer and demonstrate initiative to take on new assignments and follow through on commitments, with the highest level of ownership and dependability Empathetic listener who is sensitive to the needs of staff and external customers The complete job description for the Minimum Qualifications A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or certified foreign studies equivalency, in business administration, public administration, environmental studies, civil engineering, accounting, information systems, or closely related field, AND, four (4) years of professional experience performing analysis, budget management, program administration, engineering, or closely related work in a program performing planning and analysis; OR a combination of education and/or experience as stated above Hiring process and timeline The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below. Interviews, Job Offers and Background Process will begin in April 2026. (Current County employees may be exempt from the background process.) Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results. Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date. If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies. Condition of Employment As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process. Evaluation Process Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans. Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law. The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority. Click here to see the Management Benefits Summary (MGT) 01 Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough and complete manner. By checking the 'Yes' below, I indicate that I have read and understand the instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire. I understand that the written responses to the supplemental question(s) listed below are required in order to evaluate my qualifications for this position. Please do NOT indicate "See Resume" or "See Application" as these are not valid answers.Do you understand this information? Yes No 02 By checking the 'Yes' response below, I indicate that I have read and understand the minimum qualifications of this classification AND the employment history section of this application details my qualifications (if using experience to qualify) In order to receive credit, your work experience will be verified in the employment history section, please included the duties of your employment. Yes, I understand and meet the minimum qualifications. I have included information (duties of my position) in the work history of my application, and attached a copy of my college diploma, official transcript, unofficial transcript, letter of completion, foreign equivalency certificate if education was obtained outside the US. Yes, I understand and meet the minimum qualifications AND I have included this information (duties of my position) in the work history of my application. No, I do not understand and do not meet the minimum qualifications AND I have not included this information in the work history of my application. I do not meet any of the minimum qualifications. 03 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSPlease select from the following the one that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications:Note: If using education to qualify you MUST attach a copy of your college transcripts/diploma or foreign studies U.S. equivalency report at the ATTACHMENTS section of the application process in order for your education to be considered.Note: Make sure the experience you are using to qualify is reflected in the employment history of your application in order to be considered. A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or certified foreign studies equivalency, AND, four (4) years of professional experience performing analysis, budget management, program administration, engineering, or closely related work in a program performing planning and analysis A combination of education and/or professional experience performing analysis, budget management, program administration, engineering, or closely related work in a program performing planning and analysis that equals to at least eight (8) years. I do not meet the minimum requirements 04 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSPlease indicate which positions in your work history you are using to qualify for the minimum qualifications.In order to receive credit, please answer the question thoroughly. Your work experience MUST be verifiable in the employment history section of this application. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A". 05 Do you have experience analyzing complex data or financial information to identify trends, ensure compliance, or make recommendations for program improvements? Yes No 06 If you responded 'YES' to Question #5, please include the following information on where your experience was obtained: 1) Employer name(s) 2) Specific examples of analysis performed and outcomes In order to receive credit, please answer the question thoroughly. Your work experience and duties MUST be verifiable in the employment history section of this application. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A". 07 Do you have experience developing or implementing policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across multiple departments or programs? Yes No 08 If you 'YES' to Question #7, please describe your experience below and include the following information: 1) Employer name(s) 2) Examples of policies or procedures you worked on and their impact In order to receive credit, please answer the question thoroughly. Your work experience and duties MUST be verifiable in the employment history section of this application. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A". 09 Do you have experience managing high-volume transactions or programs that require attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines? Yes No 10 If you 'YES' to Question #9, please describe your experience below and include the following information: 1) Employer name(s) 2) Examples of how you ensured accuracy and timeliness under pressure In order to receive credit, please answer the question thoroughly. Your work experience and duties MUST be verifiable in the employment history section of this application. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A". 11 Do you have experience building collaborative relationships and providing excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders, including resolving issues or addressing sensitive concerns? Yes No 12 If you 'YES' to Question #12, please describe your experience below and include the following information: 1) Employer name(s) 2) Examples of how you built trust and resolved challenges In order to receive credit, please answer the question thoroughly. Your work experience and duties MUST be verifiable in the employment history section of this application. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A". 13 Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?) San Diego County website Governmentjobs.com Veteran Outreach Family, Neighbors, Friends County Employee Resources Group College/University Career Site County Social Media Voice and Viewpoint Linked In Other 14 If you answered "Other" to the question above, please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity. If this does not apply, please indicate "n/a" below. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04