Inventory Purchasing Specialist II
Inventory Purchasing Specialist II
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Summary
The Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention is accepting applications to fill one (1) full-time Inventory Purchasing Specialist II vacancy at the Judge Patricia H. Clark Children and Family Justice Center in Seattlewith theJuvenile Detention Division. The job duties will include purchasing goods and services and ensuring documentation and inventory control stocking/receiving cataloging and filing specialized items and keeping accurate records. The Inventory Purchasing Specialist II has a working knowledge of purchasing policies and inventory systems and works independently with minimal supervision.
King County DAJD is committed to upholding and promoting equal opportunity in employment.DAJD encourages people of all backgrounds cultures and religions to apply including veterans people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQI and people with disabilities. DAJD values diversity and is committed to making appropriate accommodations as we believe that adiverse workforce is a strong workforce. Click hereto learn moreabout King County and the Juvenile Divisionsmissionand goals.Job Duties
The job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of this position.
- Manageinventorydisbursementsanddocumentstocklevels.
- Processinventorypurchases andmaintainpurchasing/inventoryrecords.
- Acknowledgereceiptofgoodsandservices.
- MaintainadequatesuppliestomeetDivisionsneeds.
- Pick-upanddeliverloadandunload items asrequired using a King County vehicle.
- Purchase goods commodities and services including uniforms and equipment for individual staff. Obtain price quotes; research vendor sources; and select vendors for purchase of standard parts materials supplies tools and services. Conductpricecomparisonsto identifysavings.
- Coordinate with central purchasing office. Prepare requests for purchasing authorization/limitedprocurement requisitions for minority/women business enterprises. Prepare change thepreparationandreviewofbidspecifications.
- -inventory computerizedand manualpricing information.
- Expediteoperationalorders/overdue/backorders.
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- Maintain computerized internal purchasing/inventory records and information system. Input and research inventory and direct purchases disbursements inventory adjustments and the history of parts use. Update computer master files.
- Assist other county entities(court) with ordering and supplies.
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
Candidates must possess the following qualifications knowledge and skills:
- Experience inbasicaccountingandbookkeepingprinciples
- Experience inbasicwarehousingequipmentandsupplies
- Experience ingeneralofficeproceduresandpolicies
- Experience inpurchasingproceduresandpractices
- Abilitytoclearlycommunicateorallyandinwriting
- Abilitytoperformbasicmathematicalskills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suites Applications including Excel Word Outlook Teams and SharePoint.
- Skillinhandlingseveralprojectsortaskssimultaneously
- Abilitytointerpretandevaluatemanualsandcatalogs
- Ability toworkeffectivelyasateamplayer
- Abilitytocreateandpresentmaterialtovariedaudiences
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage and track data supplies and documents.
The most competitive candidates will have experience working within detention operations.
Supplemental Information
WORK SCHEDULE:This position will work a 40-hour work week and is overtime eligible. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday. Typical work hours are 0800-1630 (with a half hour unpaid lunch). There is some limited flexibility in the work hours (to be determined on a case-by-case basis).
WORK LOCATION:The individual selected for this position will work within a secure juveniledetentionsettingandwillbeassignedtothe Judge Patricia H. Clark .
WHO MAY APPLY:This employment opportunity is open concurrently to all King County employeesand the general public who meet the qualifications. Internal consideration will be given tocurrent DAJD and King County employees. Veterans Preference candidates will be asked to provide aDD-214during the hiringprocess.
HOW TO APPLY:Completion of the entire King County application and supplemental questionnaire is required. Resumes or letter of interest alone WILL NOT substitute for a full application. Your application must provide clear and detailed information on your relevant education training work experience and history. Your application materials must validate your answers to the supplemental questions. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
To apply go to: For assistance with the online application process please contact NEOGOV () Customer Support toll free at: 1-.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Questions regarding this announcement or position may be directed to: Jennifer Eugene DAJD Human Resources Analyst; Phone Number: ; or via e-mail to
SELECTION PROCESS:The individuals selected for these positions will be required to complete a thorough background investigation process including fingerprinting criminal history check and reference checks. A valid Washington State Drivers License to travel around the County is required by the time of hire.
NOTE:Initial screening will be based upon a review of application materials. Applications that state see resume are considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. If your answers cannot be validated you will not proceed to the next steps of the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications may be further screened using additional screeners skills assessment tests and/or interviews
UNION MEMBERSHIP:This position is represented by the King County Juvenile Detention Guild.PREA Notification
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) follows and maintains federal and state requirements standards including but not limited to Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards which apply to all public and private institutions that house adult or juvenile offenders. PREA standards preclude the department from hiring or promoting anyone who has engaged in or been convicted of any conduct which would violate PREA standards related to sexual assault including:- Sexual abuse in a prison jail lockup community confinement facility juvenile facility or other institution.
- Convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force overt or implied threats of force or coercion or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or
- Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.
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Required Experience:
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Employment Type
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