Purchasing Card Administrator

Position Overview

The Purchasing Card Administrator is part of the Purchasing & Payment Services within the Division of Business & Finance. This role administers the Procurement Card (P-Card) Program, oversees card program accounting activities, educates campus users on card rules and regulations, reviews requisitions for policy compliance, and assists with vendor maintenance and bid solicitations as delegated by the Director of Purchasing.

• Administer the Procurement Card (P-Card) Program and oversee card program accounting activities.
• Educate the campus about rules and regulations pertaining to card usage.
• Request new cards, delete inactive or old cards, audit card transactions, and ensure program compliance with University and State requirements.
• Review and approve requisitions to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Assist with vendor maintenance and bid solicitations as delegated by the Director of Purchasing.
• Contribute to the department’s procurement-related operations, including acquisition of equipment, furniture, materials, supplies, and services, and management of surplus property inventories, in accordance with applicable laws and policies.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related business field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
• North Carolina Contract Manager Certification must be obtained within one year of hire date.

• Bachelor’s degree; or associate’s degree with three or more years of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Proven experience in procurement or finance administration, particularly with P-Card programs or expense management systems.
• Familiarity with compliance policies, auditing practices, and risk management related to P-Card usage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Analytical and reconciliation skills with attention to detail; ethical stewardship of public funds and responsiveness to audits.
• Proficiency with procurement software (e.g., Viking Shoppes, BOA Works, or similar platforms).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.

• Position Recruitment Range
• Position Category:
  Staff
• Position Status:
  Permanent Full Time
• FLSA:
  Exempt
• Posting Number: EHRA
  00559P

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
• Are you a current employee of the university?
• Have you earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field?

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts required if identified as a finalist)

Optional Documents

• DD214
• Other

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or in hiring or terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or sexual orientation. This position is exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. The University participates in E-Verify as required by law. The University reserves the right to modify the posting or withdraw the position at any time.