Job opening: PURCHASING AGENT
Salary: $17 - 19 per hour
Published at: Mar 14 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
About the position: This position will be assigned to the 628 FSS Resource Management, Charleston, SC.
The positions work schedule will be determined by the needs of the activity.
Duties
Reviews purchase requests from activities in terms of compliance with administrative requirements and adequacy of information, including item description, minimum allowable purchase quantity, availability of funds and estimated cost. Verifies that appropriate approvals from Civil Engineers, HQ AMC Interior Designer, Communication Squadron and/or NAF Council have been obtained.
Determines procurement source; local, Air Force Non-Appropriated Fund Purchasing Office (AFNAFPO) or the Base Servicing Contracting Office (BSCO). Determines procurement method based on such factors as procurement history, urgency of need, estimated cost, and applicable directives. Prepares documentation for award.
Issues purchase/delivery orders, Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) (priced and unpriced), Individual Service Contracts, Concessionaire Contracts, and other contracts and agreements within limits of contracting officer's warrant. Is responsible for post award administration. Uses automated systems to input purchase requests, issue orders, request for quotations (RFQ), and other purchasing associated information.
Implements and manages the squadron purchase card (P-Card) program, ensuring compliance with Air Force policy. Responsible for the timely submission of quarterly and annual reports. Provides training to all squadron personnel on all purchasing requirements, automated purchasing system, and P-Card processes and guidelines.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12353909
Requirements
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/28/2024
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
Knowledge of procurement actions to include requests, bids, purchase orders, contracts, and monitoring compliance. Must be able to obtain a $10,000 warrant within 1 year of hire and a $25,000 warrant within the second year. Must be knowledgeable of purchase card policies and procedures. Must be knowledgeable of and possess the ability to oversee use of and/or implementation of new electronic commerce purchasing system. Must be computer literate. Requires satisfactory completion of a National Agency Check with Inquires (NACI). The DoD Joint Ethics Regulation (Chapter 7, Section 3, "Confidential Financial Disclosure Report") applies. Employee is required to complete an OGE Form 450 annually.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position DOES NOT allow for education substitution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Contacts
- Address JB Charleston Resource Management Flight
628 FSS/FSCN, 101 E. Hill Blvd
JB Charleston, SC 29404-5000
US
- Name: JB Charleston NAF HR Office
- Email: [email protected]
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