Procurement Specialist Job

Vacancy No. CS03-26 Department U.S. Courts
Salary $74,673.00 to $121,385.00 Grade 27 to 27
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 6/17/2026 Close Date 6/11/2027
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Oakland, CASan Francisco, CASan Jose, CA


Procurement Specialist

Judicial Branch
U.S. Courts
US Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California

Summary

The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of California is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Procurement Specialist. The incumbent will procure goods and services for the court, including office supplies, furniture, office equipment, IT equipment, supplies and services, and miscellaneous contracted services.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

  • Procure supplies, equipment, services, and furnishings from government and non-government sources through new contracts, competitive bids, or existing government contracts. Plan and coordinate time and delivery of purchases.
  • Research and evaluate vendors, prepare contract specifications, obtain, and review bids, and negotiate the terms and conditions of contracts.
  • Assess requests for goods and services by ensuring they are allowable under limitations, restrictions, and policies, as well as determining the availability of funds.
  • Negotiate with vendors for the best price over contracted services and purchases. Coordinate with selected vendors on supply and delivery of purchased items. Communicate, evaluate, and monitor contract performance to ensure complete with contracted obligations; assist with clarifying contract requirements and resolving any conflicts. Recommend cyclical replacement of accountable property.
  • Serve as court liaison with GSA, court staff, vendors, and contractors on assigned projects.
  • Prepare purchase orders and enter obligations into the Judiciary's accounting system.
  • Maintain detailed procurement files which are subject to cyclical financial audits.
  • Adhere to the Guide to Judiciary Policy and the court's internal control process.
  • Complete contracting officer training, pursuant to the Judiciary guidelines.
  • Small Purchase Credit Card coordinator and related duties.
  • Receive deliveries and verify against packing slips, invoices, and purchase orders. Enter and update information on purchase orders and inventory into automated databases.
  • Assist in conducting physical inventory of accountable property.
  • Assist with developing and updating budget/spending plans.
  • Assist in developing documentation for department use.
  • Assist with internal controls compliance, annual self-assessments, and cyclical audits, including auditor document requests and submissions.
  • Same day travel to divisional offices may be required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • No civil service test is required for this position.
  • Applicants who are non-United States citizens must meet the requirements for federal employment. Relocation expenses will not be reimbursed. Applicants selected for interviews must travel at their own expense.
  • New Selectees are subject to background check or investigation and subsequent favorable suitability determination, and selectees to high-sensitive positions are subject to updated background investigations every five years.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
At least two (2) years of progressively responsible financial and/or procurement experience which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.

  • Proficiency with a wide range of technology, including Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial records.
  • Professionalism appropriate for a court environment.
  • Strong work ethic that indicates reliability and commitment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
  • Previous experience in a court or legal environment.
  • Previous government financial and/or procurement experience.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Additional information

  • The position is subject to the mandatory electronic direct deposit of salary payment (i.e. Direct Deposit).
  • All court employees are at will, and therefore the selected candidate may be removed from this position at any time if the selected candidate fails to perform at a satisfactory level.
  • Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.
The United States Bankruptcy Court is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Employees of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court are not included in the government's Civil Service classification. However, they are entitled so the same benefits as other federal government employees. For a list of benefits please visit our Benefits at a Glance at http://www.canb.uscourts.gov/jobs. The Court values a healthy work life balance and offers flexible work schedules and opportunities for telework.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and supporting documents to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant professional, educational, and work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified in the Qualifications section above, required for this position.

Required Documents

  1. A cover letter detailing relevant experience and how they meet the qualifications for the position.
  2. A résumé.
See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to apply by emailing the following to jobs@canb.uscourts.gov.The email subject line should reference Procurement Specialist position.

  1. A cover letter detailing relevant experience and how they meet the qualifications for the position.
  2. A résumé.

Agency contact information

Human Resources
Email
jobs@canb.uscourts.gov
Address
US Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California
450 Golden Gate Ave
San Francisco, CA 94102
US

Next steps

Only applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted by the Court.

The court may close this announcement at any time, and it is therefore recommended that applications be submitted as soon as possible. Applicants selected for the initial interview will be required to submit three professional references.

The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement or to withdraw the job announcement, or to fill the position sooner than the closing date, if a closing date is shown, any of which action may occur without any prior written notice. The court will only communicate with those qualified applicants who are selected for interview. If you are not notified, another applicant was selected.

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Agency contact information

Human Resources
Email
jobs@canb.uscourts.gov
Address
US Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California
450 Golden Gate Ave
San Francisco, CA 94102
US

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