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PROCUREMENT ANALYST I-III

Salary

$38.49 - $62.15 Hourly

Location

City of Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Classified - Full-Time, Permanent

Job Number

C13AN-26

Department

Multiple Departments - (CL)

Opening Date

01/19/2026

Closing Date

2/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Monday, January 19, 2026 through 11:59 PM, Monday, February 2, 2026.

SALARY INFORMATION:

Grade I - $38.488 - $52.317 Hourly

Grade II - $41.528 - $56.495 Hourly

Grade III - $45.633 - $62.154 Hourly

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under direction, performs procurement activities within the Long Beach Airport Department, Department of Financial Management,and Harbor Department, including supporting user departments or divisions in purchasing a variety of materials, services, supplies, and equipment in accordance with all applicable regulations, policies, and the City’s Code of Ethics.

Facilitates solicitation processes; Receives and analyzes requisitions for accuracy and compliance; Uses computer and software systems in performing procurement functions and supports user departments or divisions in the proper use of associated software systems; Posts solicitations on online platforms and manages communications regarding solicitations with vendors; Analyzes and awards bids, and supports user departments or divisions to evaluate responses to solicitations; Performs procurement services, including procurement planning, preparing specifications, evaluating responses, making award recommendations, preparing approval documentations for the City Council or Board of Harbor Commissioners, and contract management for purchases made through a citywide contract method; Supports and coaches user departments or divisions to prepare specifications and formal purchasing materials, including Invitations to Bid, Requests for Proposals, Requests for Qualifications, and Challenge Based procurements; Confers with user departments or divisions to issue purchase orders, assist with procurement-related inquiries and concerns, and support and advise in procurement best practices; Prepares letters to the City Council or Board of Harbor Commissioners, and supports user departments in the preparation and review of Council letters relative to contract decisions; Conducts outreach to vendors and the general public about doing business with the City and about active or upcoming solicitations; Evaluates the quality and suitability of products and services, and makes or recommends purchases; Supports user departments or divisions in interviewing vendors and arranges for tests and demonstrations of products as needed; Determines the best sources of supply and the reliability of vendors by analyzing procurement and contracting data to identify opportunities to make procurement more efficient, competitive, and cost-effective; Conducts trainings on the purchasing process for user departments, divisions, or other applicable personnel; May confer with vendors and requisitioning officers concerning purchases; May update procurement policies, procedures, and forms, under the direction of the Purchasing Agent or Manager of Procurement, to ensure procurement processes are efficient, fair, equitable, and effective; May assist in the hiring and selection process, evaluation of subordinates, and conducting staff development; May address complex procurement issues and be assigned special projects; Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field.(proof required*)

AND

Two or more years of paid, full-time equivalent, professional experience equivalent to an Assistant Administrative Analyst (https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/hr/media-library/documents/jobs/job-descriptions-and-compensation/a/assistant-administrative-analyst-i--ii-) with the City of Long Beach (or higher) offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position.

Opportunities for Substitution of Education or Experience

Additional experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

A master’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Knowledge of strategic sourcing to align procurement processes with business goals;

+ Knowledge of sustainability as it relates to business environment, social values, ethics, and equality;

+ Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;

+ Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects;

+ Ability to operate computers including the use of the Internet, word processing, and procurement/database software;

+ Ability to develop conclusions and make recommendations based on analyses of data;

+ Ability to research and analyze procurement data to prepare reports and measure key performance indicators;

+ Ability to work collaboratively with others and demonstrate relationship management skills.

Willingness to work overtime, weekend and/or holiday hours.

A valid driver’s license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual/Biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) is desired for some positions.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying

Appraisal Interview (may include a writing exercise)..……....……………………..100%

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

If you have not received notification within two weeks after close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visitinghttps://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here:www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking

• Paid Parental Leave*

*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

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INSTRUCTIONS:The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Resumes should be attached, but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume"). Please be advised that failure to answer required questions will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. The application, supplemental questionnaire, and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline. Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-7008 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday or email [email protected] and includePROCUREMENT ANALYST I-IIIin the subject line .Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?

+ Yes

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:Do you have a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field? (proof required*)

+ Yes I have a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field and have attached it to my application.

+ No I do not have a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field but I have at least nine (9) years of professional experience to substitute for the required education.

+ No I do not have a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field and I do not have at least nine (9) years of professional experience to substitute for the required education.

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Do you have two (2) or more years of paid, full-time equivalent, professional experience equivalent to an Assistant Administrative Analyst with the City of Long Beach (or higher) offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position?

+ Yes

+ No

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Please describe your experience equivalent to an Assistant Administrative Analyst with the City of Long Beach (or higher) offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Do you have any relatives employed by the City of Long Beach?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you have any relatives that work for the City of Long Beach, please indicate their name, department, position title and relationship.

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The City of Long Beach offers local hiring preference points to applicants who meet certain criteria, including residency, higher education, internal non-career employment, and completion of internships or apprenticeships. If you would like to be considered for these points for PROCUREMENT ANALYST I-III, NeoGov Job Number: C13AN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link:Local Hiring Preferences (https://forms.longbeach.gov/Forms/LocalHiringPreferences )

and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: C13AN-26. Incomplete questionnaires or missing documents will result in your application being reviewed without the application of local hiring preference points. For any questions or for more information, please call the Talent Acquisition help desk at (562) 570-7008 or visitHiring Preferences (http://www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences/ )

. Please select one of the following options to confirm your status regarding the local hiring preference points:

+ I have completed the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the link provided and submitted all required documents for consideration of local hiring preference points.

+ I have reviewed the eligibility criteria, and the local hiring preference points do not apply to me.

+ I do not wish to be considered for local hiring preference points, even if eligible.

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REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS NOTICE:I understand that required documents, such as resumes, cover letters, degrees, or transcripts, must be uploaded to my online application in PDF format at the time of filing. I also understand that any proofs submitted must contain either my name or other identifying characteristic on the form, that proof of education for academic degrees must indicate degree conferral, and that proof of education for degrees or units outside the United States must include proof of educational equivalency.

+ Yes

+ No

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CERTIFICATION STATEMENT:I hereby certify that all information provided in my online application, including the Supplemental Questionnaire, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the department may contact my current and past employers or educators to verify the information that I have provided in my application. I understand that any falsification or omission of material facts disqualifies me from further consideration for this recruitment.

To certify the above statement, please type your full name below.

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Employer

City of Long Beach

Department

Multiple Departments - (CL)

Address

Human Resources Department

411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl

Long Beach, California, 90802

Phone

(562) 570-6202

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach

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