Annual Salary: $222,518–$284,648 DOE/DOQ

DIRECTOR OF CONTRACTS AND PROCUREMENT

VALLEY WATER

Valley Water is hiring a Director of Contracts and Procurement (Deputy Administrative Officer of the General Services Division) who will provide oversight and strategic leadership for Valley Water’s

procurement and contracts administration (including very large, highly complex multi-billion-dollar California capital improvement

projects), warehouse services, vehicle & equipment management, facilities management, and business and customer support services for

the agency. The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, solutions oriented, and possess a strong understanding of principles and practices of effective

public sector procurement, contract management, and knowledge of facilities and fleet operations, and be a trust builder, engaged leader, collaborative partner, and

excellent communicator. This position requires the incoming candidate live within 150 miles of San Jose California, to provide effective leadership and support to critical

organizational services, and effectively manage emergency incidents as the Chief Procurement Officer. If you are looking to work with once in a lifetime capital improvement projects, be a part of an amazing executive team, and support

a culture that is supportive, inclusive and is highly focused on meeting customer needs, then we encourage you to apply today!

c a r e e r o p p o r t u n i t y

OUR MISSION: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment, and economy.

THE COMMUNITYHOME TO TECHNOLOGY GIANTS such as Google, Apple, Microsoft, Netflix, eBay, and more, Santa Clara Valley has earned the reputation around the world as the center of technology and innovation, as well as an ideal location to work, live and raise a family. Santa Clara County is roughly 50 miles south of San Francisco, 200 miles from Lake Tahoe, and 35 miles from Santa Cruz; the close proximity to beaches, mountains and city life provides a year-round calendar of great things to do including: surfing, festivals, concerts, theatre, snow and waterskiing, biking, hiking, fishing, and much more.

THE ORGANIZATION WITH HEADQUARTERS IN SAN JOSE, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, and provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses, and roadways. In addition, Valley Water partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Valley Water serves nearly two million people in Santa Clara County, which stretches 1,300 square miles and encompasses 15 cities and unincorporated areas. Valley Water manages 10 dams and surface water reservoirs, three water treatment plants, an advanced recycled water purification center, state-of-the-art water quality laboratory, nearly 400 acres of groundwater recharge ponds, and more than 275 miles of streams.

Valley Water is a public agency with a current operating and capital budget of $610 million, a staff of over 850 employees, and is governed by the Board of Directors which includes seven members, each elected by their district.

u Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit

u Rinconada Water Treatment Plant Reliability Improvement

u San Francisco Bay Shoreline Protection

u Pacheco Reservoir Expansion Project

For a full list of Valley Water projects visit www.valleywater.org/ and click Project Updates.

CURRENT AND FUTURE VALLEY WATER PROJECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES:

https://www.valleywater.org/

THE POSITION

THE DIRECTOR OF CONTRACTS AND PROCUREMENT (Deputy

Administrative Officer for General Services) reports to the Chief Operating

Officer of Information Technology and Administrative Services. This is an at-will

position overseeing an approximate budget of $40M, and 5 direct reports who oversee

approximately 72 staff. The DAO will work closely with other Deputy Officers in Finance, Information

Technology and Human Resources and other executives at Valley Water. This person will

be the lead driver in coaching and developing staff (specifically work related to high dollar,

complex California construction contracts and procurement), reviewing processes and

procedures, and finding more efficient and effective ways to conduct business. This

position will have to live within 150 miles of San Jose California and be

available and accessible to assist with emergency management

and command incident and procurement support as the

Chief Procurement Officer. This is a highly demanding position

that may regularly require people to work outside of typical working

hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. This position will regularly communicate and be highly responsive to staff and executive leadership, write

and/or review staff reports, internal and external communications,

contracts, and regularly represent the organization at

public meetings.

THE DIVISIONGENERAL SERVICES (GSD) is a division within the Information Technology and Administrative Services Department. GSD provides management oversight, leadership, manage the Division’s $40M annual budget; and strategic procurement support to the agency’s $610M annual budget, Contracts Administration, Warehouse Services, Vehicle & Equipment Management, Facilities Management (37 buildings, 3 water plants and 50 housing units), and Business and Customer Support Services units.

For the past year, GSD has been focused on:

GSD has been very effective at supporting the organization with these large, once in century construction projects, and effectively assisting our internal departments to meet deadlines and milestones, all while addressing other unexpected challenges, including emergencies (fires, floods, and a pandemic).

u Reorganization of our internal construction contracting and support services unit,

u Implementation of the procurement module within the agency-wide new ERP system

u Enhancing operational and customer service within all units

u Revising job descriptions to better meet the business needs of Valley Water,

u Advancing construction projects and addressing construction emergencies which both have significant impacts to contracting and procurement,

u Addressing COVID and EOC procurement and logistics.

LEADERSHIPu Provide inspirational, results oriented

leadership, direction, and coaching to a dynamic and cross-functional staff.

u Inspire and lead a proactive and positive organizational culture.

u Be a creative problem solver and hold self and others accountable.

u Effectively navigate political and complex issues in private and public settings.

u Develop and manage short- and long-term organizational goals.

u Provide technical guidance and leadership support to executive management.

u Be a transparent, collaborative, and empathetic leader.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONu Be approachable, collaborative,

available and inclusive.

u Develop and create partnerships and build consensus and trust with others.

u Be self-directed, motivated, resilient, and flexible.

u Possess energy and enthusiasm.

u Have a “can do” attitude.u Operate within a strong ethical

framework and strive to uphold the public’s trust.

u Communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and be an engaging public speaker.

TECHNICALu Direct procurement and operational

services division.u Develop division policy, vision, and

organizational goals.u Support Valley Water’s mission and

vision.u Provide guidance and recommendations

on complex technical issues.u Direct and coordinate the work and

resources of the Division’s units.u Be adept at contract negotiations,

development, and performance oversight.

u Manage the comprehensive facilities master plan, operations, maintenance and repairs, inventory and replacementand disposal programs.

u Oversee the success of the business andcustomer service unit providing print, mail, reception, and other administrative support to Valley Water.

u Provide fiscal oversight and accountability of a $40 million complex procurement, contract, and operational budget.

u Participate in budget development, revenue forecasting, and management ofgrants and loans.

u Excellent leadership and organizationalmanagement background.

u Knowledge of public sector procurementcontracting processes, regulations, and requirements.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will…THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will be customer service and solution oriented -focused, possess a strong understanding of principles and practices of effective public sector procurement programs, contract management, and knowledge of facilities and fleet operations. This candidate will be technically proficient in complex, high-spend, construction contracts and procurement, preferably with construction projects in California. As a leader and producer and reviewer of vast communications the ideal candidate will be an excellent verbal and written communicator and be able to effectively communicate complex information to lay persons and be clear and concise. The Deputy will be accessible, responsive, engaging, efficient, and an inspirational leader who is a highly trustworthy procurement and contracts expert.

u Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, civil engineering or a closely related field or a field specifically related to the work group assigned.

u Six years of increasingly responsible administrative, managerial, or professional experience in a field related to the assignment and in the public sector, water, or related industry within the most recent ten years. Four of the six years must have included management and supervisory authority.

u Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Minimum Qualifications

u A Master’s degreeu Certified Purchasing

Manager (C.P.M.), Institute of Supply Management

u Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Universal Public Procurement Certification Council

u Certified Purchasing Supply Manager, (CPSM) Institute of Supply Management

Highly Desired:

SALARY & BENEFITSANNUAL SALARY: $222,518 –$284,648 DOE/DOQ, and an attractive benefits package that includes:

RETIREMENT/PENSION: 2% at age 60 or 2% at age 62 based on provisions of the California Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA).

HEALTH INSURANCE: Medical, Dental, Vision Care and EAP benefits are provided by Valley Water. Employees pay 15% towards Valley Water’s monthly premium cost for medical coverage. Dental, Vision Care and EAP coverage is provided by Valley Water with no monthly premium cost to the employee; Medical, Dental, Vision Care and EAP benefits are provided to all regular employees and their eligible dependents.

OTHER INSURANCE: Group Life and Disability Insurance.

DEFERRED COMP: Available to employees as an option with up to $8,000 in annual Valley Water matching contributions.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: Health Care and Dependent Care Spending.

VACATION: Newly hired employees receive 224 hours (28 days/year) of prorated vacation.

LEAVES: 3 days of bereavement leave; 24 hours of executive leave and 32 hours of prorated personal leave; up to 96 hours per year sick leave.

HOLIDAYS: 12 designated days per calendar year.

HOW to APPLYApplications will be accepted until the needs of Valley Water are met, however please apply by

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 for first consideration at: wbcpinc.com/job-board/

Please contact your recruiter, Wendi Brown, with any questions: 866.929.WBCP (9227) toll free or 541.664.0376 direct or wendi@wbcpinc.com

SAVE THE DATES Remote Interviews will be held MARCH 22 & 23,

(selected candidates will need to be available both days).

https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/mailto:%20wendi%40wbcpinc.com?subject=