Procurement Agent Two Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $51,248.00 - $65,407.00 Annually
Location : Palm Bay, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2784
Department: Procurement
Division: Administration
Opening Date: 06/02/2026
Closing Date: 6/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: General Employee
MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
THE CITY OF PALM BAY IS CONDUCTING A MULTI-LEVEL RECRUITMENT FOR PROCUREMENT AGENT III, II, OR I
PLEASE NOTE: The intent is to fill the current vacancy as a Procurement Agent III. Applicants with qualifications for Procurement Agent II or I may be considered.
Procurement Agent III ($65,407 annual)
A Bachelor's degree, from an accredited college or university, in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field, plus a minimum of five (5) years of progressive public procurement experience. An Associate degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field plus seven (7) years of progressive public procurement experience will also be considered.
Must have a minimum of three (3) years of verifiable experience with soliciting and contracting complex procurements, to include but not limited to: construction services (capital improvement projects, both horizontal and vertical construction), professional consultant services to include architect and engineering services and grant-funded projects, including federally funded commodities and services. Must be well versed in complex solicitation types, to included IFB/ITB, RFP, RFQ and Design-Build. Thorough knowledge of all other types of procurement for various commodities and services utilized by government agencies is also required. Must have knowledge of rules and regulations regarding procurement and expenditure of federal, state and local grant funds. Must possess a valid Florida's Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Buyer level or above certification in purchasing from a nationally recognized purchasing association is required within two (2) years of hire.
Procurement Agent II ($56,501 annual)
Internal Procurement Applicants:
A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Procurement Agent I with the City of Palm Bay.
External and/or Internal City Applicants:
An Associate degree from an accredited college or university, in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field, plus a minimum of three (3) years of verifiable progressive public procurement experience. Bachelor's degree preferred.
All Applicants:
Thorough knowledge of procurement for various commodities and services utilized by government agencies is required. Must have knowledge of rules and regulations regarding procurement and expenditure of federal, state and local funds. Must possess a valid Florida's Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Certification: Buyer level or above certification in purchasing from a nationally recognized purchasing association is preferred.
Procurement Agent I ($51,248 annual)
An Associate degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field, plus one (1) year of experience related to the governmental purchasing function. OR
A High School Diploma or GED plus five (5) years of experience related to the governmental purchasing function.
All candidates must possess a valid Florida's Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS
Code 1: Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident by incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Procurement Agent III
Under general supervision by the Procurement Manager, performs professional work of advanced difficulty in the technical and administrative functions of the procurement activities of the City, including procurement and contract administration. Prepares, reviews, and evaluates complex technical specifications; reviews competitive solicitation replies and proposal submittals for contracts with a focus on construction, CIP projects and professional consultant services that are to be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinance, rules and regulations. Reviews for conformity to contract requirements and determines acceptability. Assists in the negotiation of contracts and amendments with contractors/consultants. Coordinates the work of various departments and is the liaison between the vendor and user agencies to implement fulfillment of contracts. Serves as the Procurement Manager in their absence.
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Procurement Agent II
Under direction from the Procurement Manager, performs traditional procurement work and related functions of the procurement activities for the City. Prepares, reviews, and evaluates technical specifications; reviews competitive solicitation replies and proposal submittals for contracts. This position is responsible for all aspects of purchasing of equipment, supplies and services to be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinance, rules and regulations. Coordinates the work of various departments and is the liaison between the vendor and user agencies to implement fulfillment of contracts and preparation of purchase orders and related documentation. Acts as the City's Surplus Property Coordinator. Serves as the Procurement Agent III in their absence.
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Procurement Agent I
Under direction from the Procurement Manager, responsible for work involving the procurement of diversified commodities or services on a competitive basis. Works within the appropriate guidelines set forth in State and Local laws and ordinances, department policies and procedures. Responsible to acquire services, supplies and goods as necessary for end-user departments at a competitive price in a time-efficient manner. Position is responsible for issuance of competitive solicitation, submittal review and analysis; and purchase of supplies, equipment and services; review of methods of acquisition, and preparation of purchase orders and related documentation. Performs related work as directed. Acts as the City's Purchasing-Card Program Coordinator. Acts as the primary back-up to the Procurement Support Services Coordinator in their absence. May perform the duties of the Procurement Agent II in their absence.
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This position is General Non-Exempt and is covered under Personnel Policies and the Administrative Code.
Health Insurance: Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna.
Dental Insurance: Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High/Low plans.
Vision Insurance: Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses.
Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000.
Dependent/Spouse Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent/spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost.
Short Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks.
Long Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period.
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan: City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution.
Holidays: 11 holidays and 1 birthday holiday and 1 floating holiday.
Paid Leave: Accrue 96 hours of vacation and sick leave per year. Accrued vacation hours increase after 10 years of service.
01
Do you possess a valid Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record?

• Yes
• No

02
Select the option that best describes your qualifications?

• I possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and at least five (5) years of progressive public procurement experience.
• I possess an Associate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and at least seven (7) years of progressive public procurement experience.
• I possess an Associate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and at least three (3) years of progressive public procurement experience.
• I possess an Associate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and at least one (1) year of governmental purchasing experience.
• I possess a High School Diploma/GED and at least five (5) years of governmental purchasing experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Procurement Agent I with the City of Palm Bay (current of former employee).
• I do not meet any of the above qualifications.

03
Briefly describe your experience in progressive public procurement and/or governmental purchasing experience. If no experience, type "None".
04
How many years of verifiable experience do you possess soliciting and contracting complex procurements to include but not limited to: construction services (capital improvement projects, both horizontal and vertical construction), professional consultant services to include architect and engineering services and grant-funded projects, including federally funded commodities and services?

• Less than 3 years experience
• 3 to 5 years of experience
• 6 or more years of experience

05
Are you well versed in complex solicitation types, to include IFB/ITB, RFP, RFQ, and Design-Build?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you have knowledge of procurement processes for various commodities and services utilized by government agencies, as well as the rules and regulations regarding procurement expenditure of federal, state and local funds?

• Yes
• No

07
Briefly explain your knowledge of rules and regulations regarding procurement and expenditure of federal, state, and local grant funds. If none, type "None" or "N/A".
08
This position requires the ability to obtain a buyer level or above certification in purchasing from a nationally recognized purchasing association within two (2) years of hire. Which best describes your level of certification?

• I currently possess a buyer level or above certification in purchasing from a nationally recognized purchasing association.
• I have the ability to obtain a buyer level or above certification in purchasing from a nationally recognized purchasing association.
• I do not have or wish to obtain a buyer level or above certification in purchasing from a nationally recognized purchasing association.

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