Purchasing Assistant II

Description

As a Purchasing Assistant II within East Central Public Health District, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission of protecting the lives of Georgian residents.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia residents.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive work environment where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning and development that support a long‑term career.
• Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem‑solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, employee retirement plan, 14 paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long‑term care, and life insurance.

• Under general supervision, receives, stores, and issues property and supplies; coordinates property management and inventory control.
• Checks purchase orders for accuracy, completeness, and clarity.
• Conducts physical inventories.
• Coordinates the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies from established vendors.
• Engages in receiving, storing, and shipping all types of materials and supplies.
• Maintains inventory control records.
• Processes field purchase orders.
• Reviews and audits warehouse records and reports; reviews requisitions to verify if merchandise is contracted.
• Screens, receives, stores, inventories, and distributes surplus property.

High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of job-related experience in inventory, purchasing, or supply chain management, or 1 year of experience at the lower level Purchasing Agent I (FET
040) or equivalent.

• Use of Microsoft O365 platforms and experience in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical activity.
• Knowledge of purchasing principles and procurement procedures.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, staff, and management.

All East Central Health District 6 employees are deemed essential workers in the event of an emergency. You may be called on to participate in events such as staffing a shelter, working at a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC), or working at a Point of Dispensing site (POD). If called to participate, you are required to report to the designated site as a condition of employment, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Category 2:
Active – Involves moderate to heavy physical activity, potentially dangerous equipment operation, and/or exposure to unusual working conditions such as weather extremes or chemicals. Examples include warehouse clerks, trades technicians, and mechanics.

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) and will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e‑mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.