Job Summary
This is paraprofessional purchasing work in the Purchasing Division of Internal Services.
Employees occupying positions of this class are responsible for performing duties which involve the purchasing of services, commodities, supplies and equipment for all departments of the County. Purchasing is accomplished through a broad range of buying activities involving routine, repetitive processes. Work is characterized by the use of limited independent judgment and discretion in surveying prices, researching products and services, and in formulating, completing or revising specifications. Purchases may include some specialty purchasing of non-routine or more complex items requiring close review by a professional or administrative superior. Duties of a higher classification may be assigned during peak workload periods or for purposes of training. This class is distinguished from the Buyer classification by the more limited application of knowledge and independent judgment to the work tasks and by the amount and level of exposure to the sealed bid process.
Public relations is a major element in the performance of duties assigned to this class. Contacts are typically with vendors, purchasing agents and professional/paraprofessional buyers in other jurisdictions. A high degree of contact is also made with employees and managers of all County departments. Communications often require complete knowledge of the supervisor's activities, and the basis for, and implications of, programs and projects.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Two (2) years experience in a purchasing function at a level equivalent to a journey clerical classification;
- AND -
One (1) year experience as a buyer in a purchasing department;
- OR -
On a month-for-month basis, post-secondary education or training in marketing, business or closely allied field may substitute for up to two years of required experience.
Knowledge of: storekeeping methods, practices and record keeping systems; inventory, storage, issuance and shipping procedures; contracts, contract terms and conditions, public law and procurement procedures.
An online application is required. For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: Local 11.708 ($22.79 - $29.07) per hour
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.