Program Coordinator - Purchasing & Contracting Department

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Job Req ID:​ 411 

Department: EOCP Management 

Salary Range: $153,504.00 to $153,504.00 

Job Type: Unclassified     

Business Area: Purchasing & Contracting 

Personnel Area: Purchasing & Contracting 

Closing Date: 09/28/2025 

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The Position

Working under the general direction of the Program Manager, this position will drive collaborative relationships with internaland external customers in a fast-paced team environment. The Program Coordinator will work directly with departmentsubject matter experts, facilitate daily contract compliance activities, manage the City’s disparity study implementations,oversee the City’s Small Local Business Enterprise Certification Program, and work collaboratively with a team ofSupervising, Senior, and Associate Compliance Officers.

The Program Coordinator fosters collaboration across departments and external stakeholders, manages the implementation of disparity study recommendations, and oversees the Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Certification Program. Key responsibilities include contract compliance monitoring, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and advising departments on compliance matters. The position also involves preparing reports, briefing elected officials, and potentially supervising staff. Ideal candidates bring strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, along with a commitment to equity and public service. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration or a related field; AND
• 3+ years of professional, programmatic, and management experience

Desirable Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Proven ability to monitor, analyze, and ensure adherence to Equal Opportunity and non-discrimination ordinances.
• Experience managing complex initiatives such as disparity study implementations and certification programs.
• Ability to interpret data, conduct benchmarking research, and compile insightful reports.
• Skilled in writing staff reports and presenting to elected officials, leadership, and public stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in building productive relationships with internal departments and regional agencies.
• Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, and policies to guide departments effectively.
• Experience leading or supervising staff and working collaboratively in high-pressure environments.
• Capacity to connect technical details to broader organizational goals and community impact.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• High integrity with the ability to navigate sensitive issues professionally in political settings.

Benefits:

The City offers a robust benefits package that includes:

• Defined retirement plan, including pension reciprocity, dependent on an employee’s eligibility status (new hire, rehire, etc.). 
• A wide variety of cafeteria-style health and wellness plans or in-lieu cash waiver.
• 11 paid City holidays per calendar year and 1 floating holiday per fiscal year.
• Approximately 176 hours of paid annual leave for an employee’s first 15 years of service, and approximately 216 hours for 16+ years of service.
• Up to 24 hours of paid discretionary leave per fiscal year.
• Up to 320 hours of paid Parental Leave per childbirth or placement of a child.
• Up to 40 hours of paid Bereavement Leave per fiscal year.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year, and complimentary LinkedIn Learning professional development opportunities.
• Free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
• Access to premier City golf courses at a discounted rate. 
• Reduced-rate fitness center memberships.
• City-paid life insurance. 

For additional details, please review the Benefits Summary for Unclassified Employees  (Download PDF reader) or contact the Benefits Division of the Risk Management Department at (619) 236-5924. 

The Department: 

The City of San Diego Retirement Department holds sole authority over the parameters for granting benefits within the San Diego City Employees' Retirement System (SDCERS). This jurisdiction extends to both the admission criteria for beneficiaries and the exclusive management of the SDCERS Trust Fund's administration and investments. Additionally, the department is empowered to engage an actuary, promulgate requisite rules and regulations, and appoint a Retirement Administrator along with essential staff. Notably, the department assumes responsibility for administering retirement plans on behalf of other public agencies that opt to participate in SDCERS, subject to the City Council's approval. For more information, please visit this link..

The City:

With more than 1.4 million residents, the City of San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and the second largest in California. The City of San Diego’s strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, unsurpassed quality of life, and world-renowned location make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. With its great weather, miles of sandy beaches, and major attractions, San Diego has something to offer for everyone.

The City’s Mission, as stated in the Strategic Plan is “Every day we serve our communities to make San Diego not just a fine city, but a great City.” The City’s Vision is "Opportunity in every neighborhood, excellent service for every San Diegan". 

As one of the region’s largest employers, the City of San Diego employs nearly 13,000 highly dedicated employees and has a combined Fiscal Year 2025 operating and capital budget of approximately $5.65 billion. Additional information about the City of San Diego can be found on the City’s website.

Pre-Employment Requirements and Screening Process:

Employment offers are conditional, pending the results of all screening processes applicable to the position. All the processes required by the City of San Diego must be successfully completed before employment begins. Please refer to the City’s pre-employment requirements and screening process webpage for additional information.  Nothing in this job posting constitutes or should be construed as part of an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. 

Resumes will be screened according to the qualifications outlined above and the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview.  

 
 
The City of San Diego has an active Equal Opportunity/ADA Program for employment and vigorously supports diversity in the workplace.