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.

• 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.
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  • - 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

• 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

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application

ASSESSMENT DATES:
Oral Board Interview (Weighted 100%) - Wednesday, June 17, 2026
(Best-Qualified Candidates)

Selection Interview - Tuesday, June 23, 2026
(Top-Scoring Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.