Director II (226 Days)

About the role

Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, Dallas ISD conflict of interest and gift policies, and Procurement Program rules and requirements, including regulations requiring a fair and open competitive bidding process.

Responsibilities

• Communicate Procurement Program rules, requirements, updates, and changes throughout Dallas ISD in a timely manner and ensure consistent implementation across all departments.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all instructional support procurement Board Agenda items, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, compliance, and appropriate approvals.
• Review, develop, and manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations for Bids (IFBs), and other solicitation documents for products and services, ensuring compliance with district, state, federal, and special-purpose requirements.
• Perform administrative and operational functions as needed, including resolving procurement issues, researching information, and maintaining procurement records and documentation.
• Administer and oversee contracts, renewals, amendments, and vendor performance issues to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and district requirements.
• Review and approve purchase orders, procurement transactions, and related documentation in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Support and promote the district’s small business participation initiatives and supplier diversity goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university required
• Master’s Degree from an accredited university preferred
• CTSBO, CPPO, CPPB license/certification preferred
• Five years of directly related experience including three years of experience as a buyer in either an institutional/government or school district purchasing environment, including five years of supervisory experience and administrative/regulatory experience required.
• Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and legal requirements of school district purchasing and contracts
• Understanding of the principles, procedures, and requirements of financial accounting
• Capability to assist in strategic planning and situational analysis
• Initiative to analyze data and prepare accurate reports
• Effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of employees, staff members and the general public
• Planning and problem solving/investigative skills as required to research inquiries related to job responsibilities
• Exemplary skills in both verbal and written communication
• Proficient Computer skills, specifically, familiarity with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems or specifically Oracle Job Director II-Purchasing

Qualifications

• Remain current on procurement laws, regulations, and best practices affecting public school districts, including applicable federal, state, local, and district policies and procedures
• Uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical conduct, integrity, transparency, and accountability in all procurement activities

Skills

• Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and legal requirements of school district purchasing and contracts
• Understanding of the principles, procedures, and requirements of financial accounting
• Capability to assist in strategic planning and situational analysis
• Initiative to analyze data and prepare accurate reports
• Effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of employees, staff members and the general public
• Planning and problem solving/investigative skills as required to research inquiries related to job responsibilities
• Exemplary skills in both verbal and written communication
• Proficient Computer skills, specifically, familiarity with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems or specifically Oracle Job Director II-Purchasing

Benefits

Full-time

Pay

Minimum Salary: $99,151.00
Median Salary: $120,919.00

Schedule

Full-time