The Butts County Commissioners Office has officially opened applications for a dual role that encompasses the responsibilities of an Executive Assistant and a Procurement Coordinator. This full-time position aims to provide support to the County Manager and oversee the purchasing program for governmental needs.

The job's description lays out a series of responsibilities, including administrative support such as handling correspondence, report preparation, and facilitating communication within the organization. Moreover, the appointed individual will coordinate meetings and events at the request of the County Manager, and will also be charged with leading and managing special projects that, may impact organizational policy. In terms of procurement duties, the chosen candidate will be developing and enforcing policies and procedures, ensuring timely reception of goods and services, and balancing factors like price, quality, and risk when structuring contracts and solicitations.

As per the official job posting, minimum qualifications for applicants include a high school diploma, with a preference for a college degree in the field of Business. Experience in local government administration or governmental purchasing is also preferred, alongside past work as an executive assistant. Applicants must hold a valid Georgia driver’s license and will be subject to a criminal background check and drug screening before employment is finalized.

The position’s other duties include, but are not limited to, managing the County Manager’s calendar, determining access to the Manager’s office, and providing logistical support. Those who would take on the role will also develop and implement bid proposals, bid tabulations, award letters, opening procedures, and manage requests for proposals (RFP’s) and requests for qualifications (RFQ’s). Prospective candidates may complete their applications online through the Butts County website.