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Salary : $55,836.00 - $75,108.00 Annually
Location : Bremerton, WA
Job Type: Full-Time Classified
Job Number: 25-26-C36
Department: Purchasing Services
Opening Date: 05/05/2026
Closing Date: 6/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Procurement and Supply Specialist 3
Salary: $55,836 - 75,108* annually
Department/Division: Administrative Services
Reports to: Director of Purchasing & Central Services
This position will remain open for a minimum of seven (7) days. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time after the minimum posting period once a sufficient applicant pool has been established. All classified positions will start their salary at Step A.
This position is the primary support for the Director of Purchasing in overseeing the college's purchase card program and supporting all operations of the Procurement office. This position consults with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs, provide guidance and support, and ensures effective communication surroundings purchasing and procurement regulatory compliance.
Essential Functions

• Consult with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs, develop procurement plans, and execute procurement activities.
• Conduct research for new vendors and sources of supply, locate and contact vendors and suppliers, interview potential vendors, and evaluate vendor responses.
• Consult with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs, provide guidance, and support, and ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as department heads, faculty, and staff, to understand their procurement needs and provide guidance.
• Maintain the college's purchase card program, including the issuing purchase cards (P-card) and monitoring card usage to ensure compliance with relevant procurement regulations, policies, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with the finance department to track procurement activities, including purchase card transactions.
• Monitor expenditures, reconciling purchase card statements, and prepare financial reports related to procurement.
• Ensure compliance with purchase card statements and address issues or discrepancies.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders and respond to inquiries regarding furniture, surplus, procurement and contracting
• Provide support in resolving issues or disputes.
• Support Surplus Operations activities by assisting with the identification, organization, and processing of surplus property for disposition.
• Manage select procurement contracts by: reviewing and ensuring contract compliance, tracking contract expiration dates, and facilitating contract renewal or terminations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement in procurement, purchase card management, and supply chain management.
• Analyze current processes.
• Recommend and implement best practices, leverage technology to enhance efficiency, and streamlining workflows.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED AND three years of experience as purchasing or supply professional or equivalent
• Ability to lift, move, handle up to 40lbs
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate of Arts in Business Administration, Procurment of Supply Management or related field

Additional Information
Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
This is a full-time classified position scheduled to work 40 hours a week, with a salary range of $55,836 - $75,108* annually. All classified positions will start their salary at Step A, when you have completed six months of probation, you will receive a 5 percent pay increase. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Washington Public Employees Association(WPEA) Union. Classified positions qualify for the following benefits:
Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Department of Retirement Systems Plan 2 or Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, Aflac, 11 paid holidays, leave - vacation/sick/personal holiday/personal leave, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.
For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website
Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply
To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement
Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.
Olympic College
Human Resources
1600 Chester Ave Bldg. 5 - 5th Floor
Bremerton, WA 98337
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic
Benefits include vacation, sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver.
01
Do you posses a high school diploma or equivalent AND a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a purchasing or supply professional or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have a valid WA State driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you posses the ability to lift, move and handle up to 40 pounds with safe body mechanics?

• Yes
• No

Required Question