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As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time university procurement in the United States is $31.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $37.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time University Procurement vs Part Time Purchasing Assistant?

AspectPart Time University ProcurementPart Time Purchasing Assistant
CredentialsRelevant procurement certifications, purchasing experienceBasic purchasing knowledge, possibly some certifications
Work EnvironmentUniversity procurement offices, educational institutionsRetail, corporate, or educational procurement settings
Employer & IndustryUniversities, colleges, educational institutionsVarious industries including retail, corporate, education
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding procurement roles in universitiesAssisting with purchasing tasks in organizations

Part Time University Procurement involves managing procurement processes specifically within educational institutions, often requiring specialized knowledge of university policies. In contrast, Part Time Purchasing Assistant roles are more general, supporting purchasing activities across various industries. While both roles involve procurement tasks, the university procurement position typically demands familiarity with academic procurement procedures and certifications, whereas the purchasing assistant role is broader and may require less specialized credentials.

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Infographic showing various Part Time University Procurement job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 38% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,142 per year, or $31.8 per hour.
Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist

George Mason University

Fairfax, VA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Department: College of Science
Classification: GMU Worker
Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Job Type: Part-Time
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Department:
The College of Science Finance team serves the financial and procurement needs for the college. This includes providing excellent customer service to our departments, central university stakeholders, and other colleges within the university. The overall department is in charge of planning and execution of the college's finance and procurement related initiatives and processes including financial management and budgeting, forecasting and modeling, and financial controls.
Statement on Building an All-Inclusive Culture
George Mason University College of Science (Mason Science) is committed to advancing inclusive excellence and fostering an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation throughout our STEM community. At Mason Science, our values include cultivating an organizational culture that promotes belonging, respect, and civility. We believe that varied opinions, cultures, and perspectives are what provides vibrancy, innovation and growth to an academic community. By prioritizing cultural responsiveness in academics, teaching, research, and global engagement, we strive to attract faculty and staff who exemplify the Mason Science mission and vision.
About the Position:
The Procurement Specialist works closely with College of Science (COS) leadership, central procurement, faculty and staff to support operations through the procurement of goods and services. The role performs responsible purchasing and procurement work, including purchasing a variety of services, materials, supplies, products, and equipment and ensures all purchasing is completed in accordance with applicable laws, policies and procedures of the college, university and Commonwealth in a timely and efficient manner.
Responsibilities:
Procurement of Goods and Services
  • Receives and processes purchase requests from internal customers (i.e., faculty, staff) by liaising with vendors to place orders, tracking receipt of goods, ensuring orders are fully complete/paid, and resolving issues that arise;
  • Identifies the appropriate means to procure the goods (e.g., eVA purchasing system, P-card, honorarium request, reimbursement request, etc.) and ensures requests are within procurement-related policies;
  • Works collaboratively with internal customers to understand requests and provide regular status updates; and
  • Secures quotes as needed.

Procurement Tracking
  • Monitors COS purchasing requests and ensures approved items get purchased. Maintains detailed records of purchases in accordance with university policy and is within compliance;
  • Works collaboratively with Finance team to ensure all purchases are allowable, allocable and within budget;
  • Ensures the proper amount is correct in purchasing system and is going to the correct org/fund;
  • Works closely with accounts payable to ensure timely payment and resolution of invoice issues; and
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • General knowledge of fiscal and purchasing processes;
  • Excellent organization, communication, attention to detail, and customer service skills;
  • Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and vendors from a variety of diverse backgrounds;
  • Ability to maintain excellent working relationships with college and university colleagues and external vendors;
  • Ability to troubleshoot and come up with solutions when necessary;
  • Coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
  • Ability to effectively communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing;
  • Adapt to changing technologies and practices;
  • Experience within a business setting;
  • Experience in a customer service environment, planning, scheduling, and execution of operational projects to meet the client's needs and procuring goods and service;
  • Demonstrated experience with internet applications, email systems, effective use of problem-solving skills, ability to prioritize multiple tasks;
  • Maintain organized records and meeting deadlines;
  • Attention to detail and communication skill; and
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; intermediate Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field; and
  • Familiarity with public procurement practices or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems within a large public institution.

Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for Procurement Specialist at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: June 18, 2026
For Full Consideration, Apply by: July 2, 2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Mason Ad Statement
George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 research university committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, offering degree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level, along with certificates and credentials.
George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment for students, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. We believe in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancing our mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; and we believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity of origin, identity, circumstance, and thought.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information
Mason's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/

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