Assets & Purchasing Manager

Who we are.

We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

• 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 way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/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

Come join our team! As the Fixed Assets & Purchasing Manager for the North Central Health District, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals working to protect the health and well‑being of communities across the state by supporting vital public health initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, a great schedule, and a healthy work‑life balance, allowing you to grow your career while maintaining time for what matters most to you.

• Builds and maintains a good rapport and working relationship with NCHD staff.
• Offers excellent internal and external customer service.
• Upon receipt, process purchase orders.
• Works with Accounts Payable to ensure checks are cut and the procurement process is completed within all counties.
• Assist counties with district credit card usage when needed.
• Train staff as required on the Procurement and Purchasing process.
• Train new hires in the Travel reimbursement process.

• Acts as a liaison between the purchasing vendors and programs for placing supply orders.
• Prepares Purchase orders and follows through on orders being received and paid.
• Sets up and maintains vendor supply list.

• Supervises the Receptionist and ensures the receptionist area is covered at all times.
• Assist the receptionist with scheduling and maintaining fleet vehicles.

High school diploma/GED and (5) years of job‑related accounting or fiscal experience which includes two (2) years in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Accounting Technician 3 (FIT
022) or position equivalent.

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Business/Public Administration, or Finance.
• Computer experience (Word, Excel, data entry, etc.)
• Experience with account reconciliations.

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well‑being. The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15‑minute breaks or one 30‑minute break.

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and…