About Houston-Galveston Area Council
The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.
We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.
What will I be doing?
ü Design systems and instruments to aid staff and contractors with processing purchases and procurements.
ü Coordinate the procurement of goods and services using appropriate procurements methods.
ü Verify that support documentation adequately meets procurement requirements.
ü Work closely with H-GAC Procurement Department to obtain guidance, maintain accurate records, and troubleshoot issues. Support staff and contractors by explaining procedures and gathering support documents.
ü Prepare and present reports for fiscal administration and contracts teams. Develop and present trainings for Board and service provider staff.
ü Keep abreast of Agency policies and procedures and changes in local, state, and federal laws, as applicable.
ü Coordinate and interact with state and federal agencies performing external audits of Agency activities.
Key Qualifications
ü Strong experience in procurement of goods and services
ü Knowledge of governmental solicitation practices along with OMB standards
ü Proficiency in all Microsoft Office suite of applications
Do you have…
ü Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study.
ü 5 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, school, or in job-related duties.
Preferred Qualifications
ü Knowledgeable in U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance)
ü Experience with Texas Workforce Commission grant funding