Purchasing Specialist

Position Type:
Secretary/Clerical/Purchasing Specialist

Date Posted:
10/8/2026

Location:
Administration Building

Closing Date:
10/23/2026
Job Title: Purchasing Specialist Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director of Business Date Revised: 10/1/2026

Dept./School: Business Services Compensation : Para Pay grade 6

Primary Purpose:

Assist in the procurement of material and equipment for the district. Work under close supervision and follows established purchasing procedures to process bids and purchase orders.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of procedures for purchasing and invoicing supplies and equipment

Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner

Ability to analyze and organize a complex filing system of bid-related documentation

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing

Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

3 years clerical and accounting experience preferred


Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Purchasing

1. Process bids and purchase orders as directed and in accordance with established procedures.
2. Assist staff in preparing purchase orders, verifying available funds and authorizations before purchase, and maintaining accounts.
3. Contact vendors to check on supply and equipment availability, invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and other issues as directed.
4. Detects and resolves problems with incorrect orders, invoices, and shipments.

Clerical

1. Prepare and maintain vendor databases and bidder lists.
2. Prepare correspondence, forms, manuals, reports, purchase orders, and payment authorizations using a personal computer.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, and other documents as required.
4. Other
5. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
6. Other duties as assigned.
7. Supervisory Responsibilities:
8. None.
9. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
10. Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
11. Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
12. Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
13. Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
14. Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours
15. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
16. This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.