Purchases Technician

State of Nevada

* THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

Job Summary

The Nevada Department of Corrections has a vacancy for a Purchasing Technician in Carson City. This position is responsible for performing a variety of purchasing, procurement, and inventory control functions that support state operations. Duties for this position include processing purchase orders, maintaining computerized records, coordinating vendor deliveries, and overseeing fixed asset documentation. The incumbent will ensure compliance with state laws, regulations, and policies while securing goods and services efficiently and cost-effectively. Typical work hours for this position are Monday- Friday from 7:00am-4:00pm.

Purchasing Technicians prepare and process documents for the purchase, issuance, and transfer of goods.

Essential Qualifications

One or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties, graduation from high school or equivalent education.

Job Duties

Purchase property, equipment, services, forms, food, parts, and supplies.
Determine the best price and availability of items.
Issue and modify purchase orders via an open-term contract or informal quote.
Verify the accuracy of coding and vendor information and resolve inconsistency or error problems.
Maintain and monitor computerized record systems and distribute documentation to appropriate parties.
Ensure compliance with State laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures.
Prepare for bid and request for proposal openings, complete legal advertisements, arrange and verify publications, maintain bid and records, and issue and post notification of awards.
Contact vendors to resolve problems and arrange for delivery or return of items.
Answer questions regarding applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Maintain department or statewide fixed asset control records and issue identification tags.
Record property movement or disposition and issue reports for inventory verification and control purposes.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Principles, practices, policies, and procedures used in the procurement of a variety of goods and services; computerized recordkeeping systems related to procurement, contract maintenance, and purchase order tracking; terminology pertaining to the procurement of goods and services.
Use and processing of requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, and related documents; market value of a variety of items.
Customer service techniques; recordkeeping techniques and methods; basic math.

Skill in

Mathematical computations.
Interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written.
Use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software.

Ability to

Use reference manuals, catalogs, guides, and other resource materials; interpret and apply regulations, policies, and procedures to specific problems and situations.
Read and understand documents and instructions.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; communicate with vendors and others regarding the price, availability, terms, and delivery of goods and services.
Enter and retrieve data; maintain purchasing records; research contract and purchase information.

Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley - ***email_hidden***

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits Include

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The Following Are Legal Holidays

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Do you have one or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties, graduation from high school or equivalent education?

A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. Can you meet this requirement?

This position requires a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility at the time of appointment and for continuing employment. Can you meet this requirement?

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