Snohomish County 911 – Everett, WA – be evaluated at a later time to become a permanent position. As the Purchasing Coordinator, you possess technical and clerical skills to perform procurement of supplies, materials, equipment and services. The work includes obtaining quotes and completing purchases within established limits and guideline, creating purchase orders and assisting with the development of specifications for and the purchase of specific items, and publishing and administering request for proposals (RFP) processes… Business Administration, purchasing or related field AND five (5) years-experience with procurement and contract administration work involving the preparation of specifications, proposals and cost analyses. Experience with a purchasing role in a government agency. Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) or related certification. Strong negotiation skills. Advanced communication skills including written and verbal…