North Little Rock, Arkansas
Contracting & Procurement Specialist Job Opening in North Little Rock, Arkansas - The Contracting and Procurement Specialist reports to the Development Manager and plans, organizes and coordinates all contract and procurement functions and activities to fulfill the requirements of NLRHA, including the Capital Fund Program. The Contracting and Procurement Specialist monitors Section 3 compliance and prepares reports as needed to maintain compliance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development?s (?HUD?s?) funding directives. Ensures the agency abides by ethical and legal requirements including HUD procurement 24 CFR requirements. Serves as back-up to assist with the organization and staffing of the Board of Commissioners meeting as well as in rotation to support Central Office functions (answering phones, receiving visitors, etc.). Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Competencies: Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, including HUD directives, with regard to construction, capital funding and Section 3 compliance; understanding of NLRHA?s strategic goals and structure; knowledge of contracting and procurement procedures; accounting and financial skills; knowledge of reporting requirements related to Construction Contract Administration and Section 3; skills in multi-tasking, prioritization and problem resolution.
Education, Experience and Certifications: Bachelor?s Degree in Business or Public Administration, or , or a related field; OR three (3) years of experience as a construction manager, construction compliance officer, or contract compliance officer; OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to work beyond the normal working day.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be competent in the usage of e-mail, internet, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat software. Must be able to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks.
Open until filled. Apply at 628 W. Broadway, Ste. 100, North Little Rock, AR 72114; online at ; or mail cover letter and resume stating position applying for to NLRHA, P.O. Box 516, North Little Rock, AR 72115. All hiring decisions are contingent on the selectee passing a drug test. This applies to current Housing Authority employees applying for different positions as well as external applicants. Criminal background check will be conducted on all external selectees. EOE/M/F/H
Job Type: Full-time
Required experience:
Procurement: 1 year
Purchasing: 1 year
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