Buyer I - St Paul, United States - City of Saint Paul, MN

    City of Saint Paul, MN
    City of Saint Paul, MN St Paul, United States

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    Description
    Salary : $56, $74,900.80 Annually

    Location : Saint Paul, MN

    Job Type: Full Time

    Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid

    Job Number: 24-UNSP-00593

    Department: Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity

    Opening Date: 04/05/2024

    Closing Date: 4/25/2024 11:59 PM Central

    About the Position

    The serves Saint Paul residents and businesses by advancing justice and equity through education, advocacy, and enforcement. The Department of Human Rights & Equal Economic Opportunity is composed of several divisions that perform a diverse array of functions.
    • Contract Compliance and Business Development
    • Human Rights
    • Labor Standards Enforcement and Education
    • Procurement (Contract & Analysis Services)
    This position performs entry level professional purchasing procedures in the acquisition of goods and services from a variety of vendors including small, women, and minority owned businesses. Participates with other buyers in planning for acquisition of goods and services. Provides basic buying and contracting services. Serves as liaison between the Procurement Division and internal and external customers. Refers or resolves questions or concerns from users, vendors, and the public. Assists in conducting market surveys, research, and analysis. Participates in Division programs, plans, and projects. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

    The City of Saint Paul offers an package including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid time off.

    Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the .

    The City of Saint Paul's mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.
    Position Requirements

    Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Supply Chain Management, Material Management, Accounting, or closely-related field, OR

    Associate's degree, or sixty semester credits, in Public Administration, Management, Supply Chain Management, Material Management, Accounting, or closely-related field and two years of procurement experience.

    Professional experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis. A combination of education and experience must total four years or more.
    How to Apply

    1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
    2. Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system, mail, in person, email, or fax. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
      1. A resume
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    Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

    Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

    Condition of Employment: This position may require a background check as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

    Human Resources Contact Information:
    Ellen Friedman at
    200 City Hall Annex
    25 West Fourth Street
    Saint Paul, MN 55102
    Fax:
    E-mail:

    To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply.For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call during regular business hours. Additionally, City of Saint Paul staff are available for application assistance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at

    Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute , you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.

    The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

    The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.

    Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:

    City Paid Benefits
    • Health Insurance
    • Vacation/Holidays
    • Sick Leave
    • Life Insurance
    • Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
    • Deferred Compensation
    • Retirement Program
    Optional Benefits
    • Dental
    • Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Disability Insurance
    • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
    • Long Term Care Insurance
    For a detailed overview, visit

    01

    The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
    • Yes
    02

    Which of the following options BEST describes how you qualify for the Buyer I position?
    • Associate's degree, or sixty semester credits, in Public Administration, Management, Supply Chain Management, Material Management, Accounting, or closely-related field and two years of procurement experience.
    • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Supply Chain Management, Material Management, Accounting, or closely-related field, OR
    • Four or more years of professional procurement experience
    • None of the above
    03

    Please select from the following options. Which procurement related tasks do you have experience performing? Choose all that apply.
    • Processing invoices, purchasing office supplies, or equipment
    • Reading and interpreting contracts
    • Communicating and working with vendors, contractors or customers
    • Drafting and reviewing reports, correspondence, and specifications
    • None of the above
    04

    Based on your selections above, please describe your work related experience and length of experience performing each task.

    05

    Please select from the following options. Which options(s) do you have experience performing? Select all that apply.
    • Working in a fast-paced environment or moving between tasks frequently
    • High volume work that requires prioritization and organizing your workload
    • Work that requires high orientation to detail and accuracy
    • None of the above
    06

    Please select all areas in which you have customer service experience. Check all that apply.
    • Banking
    • Call Center
    • Government Agency
    • Retail
    • Education
    • Other
    • None of the above
    07

    RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
    • City of Saint Paul website
    • City of Saint Paul employee
    • City of Saint Paul job interest card
    • City of Saint Paul walk-in
    • City of Saint Paul Posted newsletter
    • City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
    • Friend or family member
    • League of Minnesota Cities website
    • website
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • X (formerly known as Twitter)
    • website
    • ZipRecruiter
    • Pollen website
    • College or University
    • Community organization
    • Job fair
    • Professional association
    • Saint Paul Elevate Session
    • People of Color Career Fair
    • Other
    08

    RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).

    Required Question