Purchasing Agent II
About The Position
The Justice and Public Safety Cabinet (JPSC) is one of the largest cabinets in state government with nearly 8,000 employees. The cabinet oversees five departments: the Kentucky State Police, Department of Criminal Justice Training, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Corrections, Department of Public Advocacy, as well as other offices. The cabinet’s mission is to ensure the safety and security of Kentucky communities and protection of its citizens. JPSC is seeking to fill a Purchasing Agent II position to provide cabinet level oversight with the creation of complex requisitions for contracts and for technical non-professional services that exceed the assigned small purchase authority for approval by the Finance and Administration Cabinet.
Requirements
- Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
- Five years of purchasing experience.
- Working knowledge of the Model Procurement Code (KRS 45A).
- Working knowledge of eMARS.
- Experience in drafting and monitoring Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and Memorandum of Understanding.
- Attention to detail skills.
Responsibilities
- Monitor all cabinet purchases and procurements made for conformance with the Model Procurement Code (KRS 45A).
- Ensure development of the Finance and Administration Cabinet Office of Procurement Services training program to all department procurement staff.
- Use statewide accounting and procurement system for procurement, reporting, and analysis.
- Review purchasing documents such as purchasing orders, delivery orders, request for quotes, Strategic Procurement Request (SPR1s), and requests for proposal.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
