Purchaser II - Contracts and Procurement - Contracts and Procurement Divisi at Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Huntsville, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Purchasing Methods, Technical Specifications, Automated Purchasing Systems, State Laws, Federal Laws, Communication Skills, Coordination Skills, Problem-Solving, Record Keeping, Bid Analysis, Computer Skills, Contract Management, Quality Assurance, Vendor Relations, Negotiation Skills, Initiative, Judgment

Industry

Government Administration

Description

I. JOB SUMMARY Performs routine purchasing and procurement work. Work involves purchasing and procuring commodities, equipment, and services in accordance with guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Purchases goods and services within assigned commodity classes, on the open market or by contract. B. Reviews specifications with agency representatives and vendors to secure full descriptions to be used as a basis for bids on commodities within assigned classification; prepares and distributes formal and informal bid solicitations; prepares and reviews bid tabulations; analyzes bids to determine best value; and prepares and issues purchase orders. C. Corresponds with other agency representatives and vendors regarding purchase requirements, delivery, and quality of merchandise. D. Expands and revises existing contracts; and maintains and reviews complex purchasing records and other material to document purchasing and contracting activities. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A. Education, Experience, and Training 1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis. 2. Purchasing or technical program support experience preferred. 3. Must have or be able to obtain the Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certificate within twelve (12) months of the date of employment. Must maintain valid certification(s) for continued employment in position. Selected applicants without required certification(s) must sign a Credential Contingency Agreement that will remain in effect only until the initially established expiration date. Failure to comply with this contingency statement will result in separation from employment. Credential Contingency Agreements will not be extended or renewed as a result of an employee’s separation from employment or acceptance of another position. B. Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures and general and technical specifications. 2. Knowledge of automated purchasing management systems preferred. 3. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes preferred. 4. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 5. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 6. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 7. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 8. Skill in problem-solving techniques. 9. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment. 10. Skill to prepare and maintain complex records and files in an automated system. 11. Skill to analyze bids and determine best value. 12. Skill in the electronic transmission of communications. IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Responsibilities

The Purchaser II is responsible for routine purchasing and procurement work, including purchasing goods and services, reviewing specifications, and preparing bid solicitations. The role involves maintaining purchasing records and expanding existing contracts under moderate supervision.