Entry-Level Public Procurement Specialist

Commonwealth of Kentucky; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Corrections in La Grange, KY, is seeking a Purchasing Officer I to perform initial procurement and payment duties. The role supports compliance with the Model Procurement Code (KRS 45A) and requires ability to gather documents, work with vendors, and reconcile purchases.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree; substitutions for education/experience are allowed with CPPB/CPPO certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience substitution: CPPB substitutes for one year of college; CPPO substitutes for two years.

Responsibilities

• Gathers, prepares and maintains purchase and payment documents.
• Works with vendors to collect quotes, invoices and related items.
• Pro Card Holder and reconciles purchases.
• Monitors purchases for conformance with the Model Procurement Code (KRS 45A).
• Performs duties under agency Small Purchase Authority and related directives.
• Performs other duties as directed by Fiscal Manager and Supervisor.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Corrections in La Grange, KY, is seeking a Purchasing Officer I to perform initial procurement and payment duties. The role supports compliance with the Model Procurement Code (KRS 45A) and requires ability to gather documents, work with vendors, and reconcile purchases.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree; substitutions for education/experience are allowed with CPPB/CPPO certifications.