Senior Purchasing Agent - Tallahassee, United States - City of Tallahassee

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    Full time
    Description

    Deadline (Open Until Filled)

    Open until filled.

    Department Name

    Procurement Services

    EEO/Benefits Information

    The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs and comprehensive benefit packages all which positions us to be the premier employer of choice for this area. Come be part of something HUGE For information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit

    The City of Tallahassee is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

    If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at or at

    Job Specifications

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    Minimum Training & Experience

    Possession of a bachelor's degree in finance, marketing, public administration, business administration, or a related field and seven years of relevant professional purchasing experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

    Necessary Special Requirements

    Possession of one of the following credentials or a comparable certification, is required at the time of appointment: Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB); Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO); NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (CPO); or Project Management Professional (PMP).

    An incumbent of this job classification will be required to file a financial disclosure statement with the Supervisor of Elections in their county of residence, in compliance with Florida Statutes, Chapter 112, Part III. Such filing is required within 30 days of placement in a covered position, annually thereafter by no later than July 1 of each year in which they serve in the covered position, and within 60 days of leaving the covered position.

    Salary Range

    $ to $51.6756/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $34.0180/hour

    Driver's License Requirements

    Must possess a valid Class-E State driver's license at the time of appointment.