Buyer Specialist

Title: Buyer Specialist

State Role

Title:

Purchas Agnts, Excpt Wholesle, Retl, and Farm Prod

Hiring Range: $58,100 - $70,384

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: Central Office

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The Buyer Specialist is responsible for supporting the DJJ's procurement activities by ensuring the timely, compliant, and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services necessary to support the agency operations.

The position assist all end users with all fleet-related issues. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of Voyager Cards, reporting an accident, preventative maintenance, car washes, crossing the state line, and reporting monthly mileage and fuel. Prepare and maintain a spreadsheet/ database showing all vehicles currently being operated.

Process end users' surplus requests and recommend the appropriate disposal method. Guide the surplus process, assisting end users with the appropriate forms to complete.

Process office supply purchases to replenish the storeroom to ensure that supplies are always available. Serve as Storekeeper to manage the supply/storeroom for the Central Office. Process purchase requisitions in eVA to procure general office supplies that support the Central Office. Coordinate and process telecommunication requests with VITA and state contract suppliers. Maintain a current listing of all cell phones, pagers, and corresponding numbers to each employee.

Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) certification is required within 12 months of employment.

• Knowledge of the DGS Fleet Management Policies and Procedures.
• Knowledge of State & Federal Surplus Property Policies and Procedures
• Computer skills are essential; i.e. Microsoft word, excel, and Power Point
• Ability to learn fleet management software, Electronic Virginia (eVA) and VITA work order processes.

• Education or experience in Material Management, Fleet Management and Surplus Property Management.

Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.

A valid driver’s license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DJJ is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful…