Business Services Associate III Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gwinnett/jobs/newprint/4599019) Apply  Business Services Associate III Salary $43,305.00 - $56,297.00 Annually Location Gwinnett County, GA Job Type Full-Time Merit Job Number 24-02630 Department Department of Water Resources Opening Date 10/24/2024 Closing Date 11/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Class Summary Job Description: This Business Services III position will support Department of Water Resources facilities. The position will be responsible for reviewing and creating annual contract and sole sources purchasing requisitions for both operating and capital based on service request and work orders from internal staff of the facilities, submit accurate invoices electronically for processing and modifying purchase requisitions. All purchasing requisitions must follow Gwinnett County Purchasing Ordinance and Department of Water Resources guidelines and procedures. This position will be located either in Lawrenceville or Buford. Essential Duties: + Perform data entry of information contained on purchase requests, capital service requests, work orders, invoices, and/or other related financial documents. + Process and review a variety of transactions involving purchase orders, invoices, accounts payable, contracts, and/or other related information while monitoring compliance with established Department of Water Resources guidelines and procedures. + Review proposals and quotes from suppliers ensure all guidelines and procedures are adhered to. + Respond to inquiries from employees, vendors, and/or other interested parties purchase order status, and/or other related information. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills + SAP or ERP system background + Strong attention to detail, prioritization skills, initiative, and ability to effectively work both independently and as a member of a team. + Review work for accuracy, completion, providing any necessary feedback. + Serve as a liaison for the Department of Water Resources-Finance Division to ensure compliance with County purchasing ordinances. + Communicate with other County Departments and outside suppliers. + Research, interpret, update, and maintain a variety of records, databases, reports, and logs The Grade for this position is B231. This job is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule after an initial probationary period and individual approval. Minimum Requirements: + Associate’s Degree in Business Administration or a closely related field + Four years of progressively responsible experience in the area of assignment; + or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. For more information related to positions specific Essential Duties, Knowledge, Skills, and Physical requirements, click here . NOTE: The class specifications listed on this site are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change. Department of Water Resources The Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources is a publicly-owned utility, committed to providing excellent water, waste water and storm water services at the best possible value to the citizens of Gwinnett County. The department is widely recognized for service excellence in the operation of 2 water production facilities, 3 water reclamation facilities and 226 pump stations. In addition, DWR maintains 3,667 miles of water lines, 2,654 miles of sewer lines and 1,325 miles of storm water pipe. The Department of Water Resources takes pride in stewardship of the environmental resources entrusted to us and pledge to be responsible as we manage water as a limited, but renewable, resource. For more information about this department, please click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/water) . About Gwinnett County Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs. The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022. Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents. The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values. In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate. Vision Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! Mission Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services. Values Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles. Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability. Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all. Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience. Hiring Process Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below: + Hiring Process (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/employmentandtesting/hiringprocess) + FAQs Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law. For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email Jobs@GwinnettCounty.com . Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com. Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial. Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation. On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary! In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost! Health + Medical plans for active and retired employees + Dental and vision plans + Prescription drug plan Wellness + Onsite Employee Wellness Center + 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Immunizations + Wellness education and incentive programs + Annual wellness fair Family and Career + Training and professional development opportunities + Family planning benefits + Four weeks of paid parental leave Time + Annual/Sick Leave + 12 paid holidays per calendar year + 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year Money + Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care + Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available + Health Savings Account (HSA) available + Retirement and Savings Plans + 401(a) Defined Contribution + 457 (b) Deferred Compensation + Longevity pay + Tuition reimbursement + Financial education programs Protection + Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance + Short-term and long-term disability + Critical illness and accident insurance + Hospital indemnity insurance + Identity theft protection To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/benefitsinformation) . 01 Have you completed a degree in Business Administration or a related field? + have not completed a degree in the specified fields of study + Completed associate degree in the specified fields of study + Completed bachelor's degree in the specified fields of study + Completed master's degree or higher in the specified fields of study 02 If yes, please list the degree and field. If no, please respond N/A. 03 How many years of related experience do you have? + None + Less than 1 year + 1 year to less than 2 years + 2 years to less than 3 years + 3 years to less than 4 years + 4 years to less than 5 years + 5 years to less than 6 years + 6 years or more 04 Do you have any experience working with SAP or ERP systems? If so, could you please provide some examples of how you've utilized these systems in your previous roles? If none, type N/A. 05 Describe your experience with Microsoft Excel including your level of proficiency (beginner, intermediate, or advanced)? If none, type N/A. 06 Describe how you ensure accuracy in your work. Provide an example of a situation where accuracy was critical. If none, type N/A. Required Question Agency Gwinnett County Address 75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046 Phone 770.822.7915 770.822.7923 Website http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com