Senior Purchasing Specialist
Henderson
Tuesday, 19 May 2026
The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill two (2) vacancies for the classification of Senior Purchasing Specialist in the Department of Finance. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year. Under limited supervision, independently performs a variety of complex responsibilities related to procuring materials, supplies, services, and equipment for the City in accordance with established policies and procedures; and performs related duties as required. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Competitive Salary Range of $77,152.30 - $117,640.10 annually. Salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity. Click here to view the City's Non-Represented Compensation Policy - - Contingent upon the City’s financial performance and subject to available funding as determined by the City Work-Life Balance. Four (4)-Day, 38-hour workweek (Monday - Thursday)Paid Leave and Holidays. Leave and Holidays Policy. Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy. Comprehensive benefits package - - - for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including:Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Long Term Disability (LTD)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy. Retirement Benefits. Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account. Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans. Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/ Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government. Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more! - - - Click here to review all City Employee Benefits. Click here to familiarize yourself with the job and its physical requirements. Click here to learn more about the Finance Department. Click here to see what it’s like to live in/visit Henderson.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates of Arts Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, or a closely related field. Five (5) years of increasingly responsible purchasing experience in a large, complex organization. Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered. Desirable: Public sector experience Desirable: A public purchasing certification such as a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) issued by a nationally recognized council or agency