PURCHASING SPECIALIST Date: Dec 23, 2024 Req ID: 45727 Location: Benton, AR, US, 72015 Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00 Position Number: 22111845 County: Saline Posting End Date: 12/30/2024 Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00 OP The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others. Position Information Class Code: V015C Grade: GS05 FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00 Summary The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for conducting the competitive bid process. This position is governed by state and federal law and agency/institution policy. Functions Conducts competitive bids by writing bid specifications, preparing bid requisition documents, receiving and analyzing submitted bids, conducting public bid openings, preparing bid summaries, and posting intent to award bid. Processes requisitions and invoices, contacts vendors, and assigns or secures purchase order numbers. Maintains vendor files and updates data as needed. Communicates with accounts payable, to ensure proper payment of invoices, and performs assigned accounting duties. Provides technical customer service support to other departments and employees regarding purchasing and the purchasing system software. Enters data into complex databases and systems and develops queries to gather information and prepare reports. Performs other duties as assigned. Dimensions None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations. Knowledge of computers and software application programs. Knowledge of database management and basic accounting principles. Knowledge of filing and recordkeeping procedures. Ability to perform accurate data entry and manipulate data to generate reports and documents. Ability to compose, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and other documents requiring attention to detail. Ability to conduct research and perform basic quantitative quality assurance reviews. Minimum Qualifications The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma or G.E.D.; plus four years of experience in purchasing or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. Licenses None The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market:Little Rock