Job Summary
This position is 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.
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;
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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.
Ability to: present an efficient and professional manner to vendors, agents, business associates and County user departments; understand and apply related laws, codes, regulations and concepts to the work assignment; communicate clearly, related laws, codes regulations and purchasing concepts to interested parties in a tactful and courteous manner; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; apply routing arithmetic functions to the work assignment; perform moderate and occasionally heavy lifting; work independently and to accomplish projects without continuous supervision; establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, user departments and personal contacts within the business community.
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
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.