• Job Description

  Req#: 517980

  ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS REHABILITATION & REENTRY The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry is dedicated to developing, encouraging, recognizing, and rewarding the professional performance and growth by employees at all levels. The state is proudly served by over 9,000 well-trained corrections professionals who are dedicated to public, staff and inmate safety by effectively employing sound correctional practices, efficient operational procedures, and proven programming opportunities for inmates. Join our team and help to proudly serve our community!

  BUYER II

  Job Location:

  Address:

  Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) - Tucson
  10000 South Wilmot
  Tucson, Arizona 85734
  https://corrections.az.gov/

  Posting Details:

  Salary: $42,000.00
  

  Grade: 17
  

  Closing Date: 07/16/2023

  Job Summary:

  Are you an expert at procuring supplies? How about negotiating contracts or services? Become a part of our team, apply right now!
  
  The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a detail-oriented individual responsible for receiving and analyzing purchase requests for materials, services, and supplies for Arizona State Prison Complex – Tucson.

  Job Duties:

  - Purchases goods and services
  - Solicits verbal and written quotes
  - Maintains state-awarded contract files
  - May supervise and/or assist in training lower-level buyers
  - Prepares purchase orders
  - Coordinates with managers at the Physical Plant, Motor Pool, Security, Deputy Warden, and Warden in the ordering of required commodities
  - Composes bids/proposals and quotes by researching the commodity area, specifications, and contractual terms
  - Develops bids to fulfill departmental requirements and best interest
  - Analyzes the proposals submitted and seeks the end user’s input
  - Prepares an award recommendation for the manager’s approval
  - Researches new sources and maintains a list of vendors able to service the department’s needs
  - Interviews and corresponds with vendors regarding pricing, availability, and market trends
  - Contacts vendors regarding any discrepancies in pricing, shipping, or delivery time frames
  - Plans and participates in commodity surveys, analyzes results, and takes necessary action
  - Drives on State business
  - Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

  Knowledge of:
  - Arizona Procurement Code and departmental policies and procedures relating to purchasing
  - Purchasing business practices and procedures
  - Mathematics and general accounting practices/techniques
  - Standard commodities and products
  - Source of supply and statewide, local, and national markets and price trends
  - Personal computer and software applications
  - English including grammar, spelling, and punctuation
  - Office procedures and equipment
  
  Skill in:
  - Mathematics
  - Verbal and written communications
  - Prioritizing, multi-tasking, and organizing tasks
  - Providing a high level of customer service
  - Operating a calculator
  - Typing work assignments to achieve timely results
  
  Ability to:
  - Communicate effectively
  - Learn and adhere to the ADCRR policies and procedures
  - Make arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately using a calculator
  - Apply sound critical judgment
  - Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with all levels of the organization and the public
  - Supervise and mentor subordinate staff
  - Work in a prison environment

  Selective Preference(s):

  - Two (2) years of experience in a related field
  - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in purchasing and one (1) year of experience

  Pre-Employment Requirements:

  Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation and drug test.

  If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

  All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

  Benefits:

  We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:
  - Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
  - Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
  - Exceptional retirement program
  - Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
  - An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

  For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

  Retirement:

  Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
  Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
  Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
  

  Contact Us:

  Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-255-2430.
  Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

• About the company

  Arizona is on a mission to become the #1 state in the nation in which to live, work, play, get an education, and retire. Arizona state government plays a vital role in making this happen, and in order to maximize our potential the State of Arizona must operate in way that demonstrates a business-like approach. We are looking for enthusiastic and talented people to join the team.

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