Purchasing Agent I

Purchasing Agent I

The mission of the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the Commonwealth.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has tooffer, check out our You Tube page  and our Careers page (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

By joining the Division of Waste Management, Program Planning and Administration Branch, Project Administration Section as a Purchasing Agent I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity oversee and provide technical assistance to purchasing staff for the Division.

Holders of the Purchasing Agent I position will complete tasks such as:

• Oversee and provide technical assistance to purchasing staff in the procurement of goods and non-professional services.
• Provide oversight to staff on Division of Waste Management (DWM) procurement issues, establish, review, and monitor contracts and make payments for goods and services in eMARS for the Division, and work closely with various Cabinet and procurement staff.
• Process CR, PRC, GAX, GAX2, ITI, ITA, FA, DO, RFQ, PON2, PO, and SPR1 transactions in eMARS accurately andin a timely manner while assisting with budget preparation, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with agency budget requirements.
• Process eMARS transactions accurately and monitor expenditures to support effective budget management.

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as youbuild your career. Come join our team and make an impact on the future of Kentucky. We look forward to your application.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at  or .

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$3,907.04 - $5,401.34 Monthly

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection

300 Sower Blvd
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

• EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR
  
  SKILLS:
  
  Four years of purchasing experience.
• Substitute EDUCATION for
  
  EXPERIENCE:
  
  NONE
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for
  
  EDUCATION:
  
  Additional experience in purchasing, administrative, accounting, procurement or a related field will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis. Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Certification Council will substitute for one year of the required education. Certification as a NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP), or Certification as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) from the Universal Public Certification Council, or Certification as a Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) from the National Grants Management Association will substitute for two years of the required education.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Incumbents working in this job title perform duties in an office setting.

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Amandeep Burns ns or .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D