Are you ready to put your experience in procurement and/or contract administration to good use by serving the great State of Idaho? The Department of Administration, in beautiful downtown Boise, may be just what you are looking for! Imagine having the privilege to play a key roll in delivering vital goods and services across the state; from vehicles for law enforcement and snowplows for Idaho roads to the incredible exhibits at the Idaho State Museum, and everything in between.
This Buyer position is an underfill position with a one (1) to two (2) year career path that includes an individualized on-the-job training plan with the goal of promoting to a Purchasing Officer position. To view and apply for the Purchasing Officer Position - CLICK HERE
These announcements will be used to fill multiple positions with an emphasis on either Procurement or Contract Management. Candidates are welcome to apply for any and all positions for which they are qualified. Current state employees are welcome and encouraged to apply.
- Determines product and equipment requirements
- Prepares specifications and selects vendors
- Prepares and issues formal bidding documents
- Reviews departments bid/award recommendations and determines solutions to conflict
- Authorizes sole-source procurement and emergency purchasing within purchasing authority
- Determines contract terms and conditions
- Proposes solutions to broken contract terms
- Researches market to identify new products or equipment
- Analyzes equipment products and services using life-cycle costing, weighted-value, and value-analysis methods
- Interprets State Purchasing Code for department personnel
- Advises departments on purchasing procedures
- Corresponds with vendors and department personnel regarding purchasing problems
Good knowledge of: Purchasing methods and procedures; contract preparation and development; life-cycle costing principles, value analysis, and weighted-value methodology as used in evaluating bids for a wide range of commodities and services.
Experience: Preparing and evaluating specifications for products, equipment, and services; interpreting and applying governmental codes or other controlling policies, rules or regulations; applying value-analysis criteria to products, equipment, and services; and operating a personal computer using word processing and spreadsheet software applications.
Please note: The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check.
This position will also interact with a diverse customer base and must be able to interact in a non-partisan manner when working in political environments.
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Department of Administration!
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
EEO/ADA/Veteran's Preference
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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