November 15, 2024

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Frankfort

FULL TIME

Purchasing Agent I

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11/25/2024 (7:00 PM EST)

24-07114

Purchasing Agent I

Pay Grade

Salary

$3,793.24 - $5,244.04 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection

Location

300 Sower Boulevard
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the Commonwealth.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our You Tube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSu C43Xql Hch Ye Q66t P7tg and our Careers page: https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx

By joining the Division of Waste Management's Field Operations Branch as a Purchasing Agent I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to oversee and provide technical assistance in the procurement of goods/services and monitor purchases made for conformance with the Model Procurement Code (KRS 45A). Performs other duties as required.

Holders of the Purchasing Agent I position will complete tasks such as:

Approve acquisition payment documents and travel reimbursements in the statewide accounting and procurement system (e MARS) prior to payment.
Create and process requisitions (RQS) for complex technical non-professional services that exceed the agency’s small purchase authority.
Assist with purchases within agency's small purchase authority.
Provide oversight and technical assistance to purchasing officers on procurement related issues. Provide and attend trainings.
Serve as IT and wireless liaison.

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent verbal and written communications skills, along with strong organizational skills.
Experience purchasing and processing payments in the statewide accounting a procurement system (e Mars)
Self-motivated and excellent time management skills.
Ability to interpret and enforce regulations and policies.

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of purchasing experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in purchasing, administrative, accounting, procurement or a related field will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis. Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Certification Council will substitute for one year of the required education. Certification as a NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP), or Certification as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) from the Universal Public Certification Council, or Certification as a Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) from the National Grants Management Association will substitute for two years of the required education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title perform duties in an office setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Alex Sandlin at alex.sandlin@ky.gov or 502-782-5958.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D