Working Title: Purchaser / Buyer 2

　　Job Class: Buyer 2

　　Agency: Public Safety Dept

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid (permanent, classified employees in the same job and class). Eligible bidders should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing [email protected] by 01/23/2024.

　　Date Posted : 01/17/2024

　　Closing Date : 01/30/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MAPE

　　Division/Unit : Central Office District 2000 / State Patrol Adm Support Staff

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 08:00 am - 04:30 pm

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : No

　　Salary Range: $24.92 - $36.34 / hourly; $52,032 - $75,877 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

　　FLSA Status : Nonexempt

　　Telework Eligible : Yes*

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　*Following the probationary period, this position may be eligible to telework; however, it will be based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion.

　　This position exists to support the State Patrol Division by providing leadership, service, and assistance in the procurement of goods and services through the development, negotiation, and management of commodities and services from existing state contracts and/or the solicitation process, utilizing a Local Purchasing Authority of $50,000.

　　To serve as State Patrol‘s primary point of contact for all 18 sections/districts, support, and management staff, Fiscal and Administrative Services personnel, Materials Management Division personnel and vendors. This position has the primary responsibility within MSP for purchasing equipment, supplies, and services in accordance with established State of Minnesota policies and procedures and sound fiscal practices.

　　Serve as one of the primary buyers within the State Patrol, which includes coordinating workload, how to obtain and one-on-one training as needed and reviewing and approving purchase orders in the direct purchase of commodities and equipment.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Two years of professional or technical level experience that includes the following:

　　Purchasing in a governmental or business environment

　　Writing specification for goods/services

　　Preparing and awarding solicitations for bid

　　Authority for local purchasing authority (ALP) at the $25,000 level or the ability to obtain within three months of the start date.

　　Math skills sufficient to do basic math calculations and basic accounting.

　　Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.

　　Customer service skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to customers in person, on the phone and through email.

　　English (speaking, reading, and writing) sufficient to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

　　Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Authority for Local Purchasing (ALP) at the $50,000 level.

　　Ability to display proper telephone etiquette, professionalism, and confidentiality.

　　Good problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively organize work, follow procedures and directions.

　　Experience training staff and the development of financial training materials.

　　Physical Requirements

　　Very Light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

　　Additional Requirements

　　It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes the following components:

　　Criminal History

　　Reference Checks

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

　　Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.