PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST III (RECREATION)

Provide overall coordination of contract administration for maintenance, minor construction and major construction projects. Coordinate design efforts of outside consultants with in-house personnel. Implement bidding schedule and other initiatives as established by the Recreation Facilities Coordinator.

The salary range is $91,102.17 - $131,404.10.

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Sunday, July 27, 2025.

A current resume must be attached to the completed application. Additionally, ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required Bachelor's degree (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however official transcripts will be required upon hire).

• If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, please contact talent management specialist, Pa N. Xiong, that you are sending hard copies.
  • Email: xiongpn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete.

No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date.

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.

Please contact Pa N. Xiong, talent management specialist, with any questions: xiongpn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

• Bachelors degree in architecture/engineering/landscape architecture or related construction engineering/contracting or construction law degree.
• Four (4) or more years of experience in contract enforcement and/or contract administration.
• Registration as a professional architect/engineer/landscape architect in Wisconsin is desirable.
  

• Develop and Maintain schedule for all construction and maintenance projects that require design and bidding. Track contract terms dates and prepare contract amendments or extensions.
• Coordinate joint bids and blanket contracts with DFMS.
• Coordinate bid specifications for all activity related to repair, renovation and construction of playfield, buildings and equipment.
• Prepare request for proposal (RFP), bids, quotes for various construction related projects and contracted services. Prepare and distribute notifications for preliminary and final reviews of contract documents.
• Update and maintain guide specifications and standards.
• Schedule and oversee technical review of bid documents between in-house personnel and architect/consultants. Prepare front end of specifications on a project-by-project basis for all formal contracts. Prepare and forward all addenda during the bidding process.
• Oversee submitted bid proposals for accuracy and legal requirements of the bidding process.
• Work directly with consultants to ensure that MPS guide specifications are utilized.
• Coordinate efforts of design consultants with in-house personnel for production of contract documents. Assign and coordinate activities of internal and contract employees.
• Provide bid information to contracts clerk for advertisement preparation, including assignment of minority percentages for contracts.
• Work directly with the Office of the City Attorney to obtain recommendations on legal matters as they relate to bidding and/or construction matters. Coordinate all written correspondence with bonding companies and/or general contractors.
• Correspond with City of Milwaukees Historic Preservation Commission for approval of projects and designated historic sites.
• Understanding permitting process and correspond with the City of Milwaukee for project approvals.
• Review of online computerized maintenance management system for work orders.
• Coordinate the auction of equipment.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
  Perform other duties as assigned.

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.