Purchasing Support Technician

Description

Performs specialized and complex clerical work and technical support related to the purchase and delivery of material, equipment, services and supplies.

CURRENT VACANCY: One full-time position (12 mos/yr, 8 hrs/day), with full benefits, in the Procurement & Contract Services Department, at the Administration Center. Position includes full district-paid benefits. Health and welfare district contribution is $39,790 annually.

Examples of Duties

Note: The following is only a partial list of examples of duties. A more complete list of duties and responsibilities for this classification can be found on our web site at

Processes and issues blanket purchase orders, and pre-authorized or confirming purchase orders as assigned.

Processes and issues purchase orders for memberships, conference registrations, lodging and travel as assigned.

Prints batch purchase orders and distributes accordingly.

Maintains the district vendor file and database. Processes vendor credit applications as requested.

Maintains department shared information folders, files, records and databases, including, but not limited to, certificates of insurance and vendor W-9's. Reconciles credit card statements.

Sorts and delivers incoming mail to department staff.

Performs a variety clerical duties and technical support as required of the purchasing department, such as preparing reports, duplicating, and maintaining filing systems as needed.

Assists with maintaining vendor online ordering systems.

Performs related duties, as assigned.

Employment Standards

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.

Three years of recent increasingly responsible and complex clerical and technical work.

Any other combination of education, training or experience that could likely provide the desired skills knowledge or abilities may be considered.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid State of California Class C driver's license and the use of personal transportation. Be insured at standard vehicle liability and property damage insurance rates, and maintain insurability.

Desirable Qualifications:

Certificates and/or completed coursework in purchasing, accounting, or a related field.

Written and oral proficiency in a second language.

Examination Process

To apply: Visit

Step-by-step online employment application guide:

Phone inquiries are welcome at, Ext. 1378.

Incomplete applications are disqualified. Application materials must clearly demonstrate that applicants meet all minimum requirements for the job. Attached resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed district application. Required documents must be scanned and attached to the completed application form.

A review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on the evaluation, those whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Qualified candidates will be provided with more details at the appropriate time.

Salary: Salary amounts listed above indicate the first and last steps of the range.

Probationary period: 130 days of paid service.

Prior to employment, a candidate must submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis. Also required after an offer of employment are a pre-employment physical exam (district-paid) and fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice.

Statement of Non-discrimination (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973): The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling, Ext. 1457. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the following personnel:

Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Kelly King, 223 N. Jackson St.,, Ext. 1209,

Section 504 Coordinator: Dr. Narineh Khemichian, 223 North Jackson,, Ext. 1500,

Title II/ADA: Dr. Kelly King, 223 N. Jackson St.,, Ext. 1209,