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Purchasing Agent

Salary

$45,907.00 - $69,203.00 Annually

Location

Lebanon County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-30085

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Prcmnt Cntrng

Opening Date

07/24/2025

Closing Date

7/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

02610

Position Number

00109719

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A1

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00132301

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Office Services / Division of Procurement & Contracting

Worksite Address

Fort Indiantown Gap

Worksite Address

Building Edward Martin Hall, Fisher Avenue

City

Annville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17003

Contact Name

Kayla Brill

Contact Email

[email protected]

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THE POSITION

Are you an experienced purchasing professional with a strong background in the contracting process, looking to take the next step in your career? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to join our team. In this role, you will oversee a range of purchasing activities, contributing to the efficiency and success of the DMVA. If you are ready to thrive in a dynamic, technical environment and pursue an exciting career opportunity, we invite you to apply today!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will be responsible for executing a range of procurement activities, including reviewing requisitions, preparing bid documents, evaluating and awarding bids, drafting contracts, and issuing purchase orders. You will regularly interact with vendors and internal teams to ensure smooth communication and d etermine whether goods and services received are acceptable in conjunction with end users. A key aspect of your duties will involve ensuring that all purchases made with the purchasing card comply with established policies and management directives. Additionally, you will travel to DMVA program offices and veterans' homes to conduct site visits, participate in meetings, and provide training on procurement processes.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00109719) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment , 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week

+ Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ Travel and overtime: As needed

+ May change based on operational needs.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 5 days within a 10-day pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Annville.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Three years of experience in purchasing work involving contact with vendors in the procurement of a variety of supplies, materials, equipment, or services;or

+ Three years of experience in requisitioning, receiving, storing, distributing, and maintaining inventory of goods;or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

+ Post-high school education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for purchasing or stores experience to a maximum of two years.

Additional Requirements:

+ You must possess a valid federal or state-issued photo ID and pass a favorable NCIC screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap .

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

+ You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

How many years of full-time experience in purchasing work involving contact with vendors in the procurement of a variety of supplies, materials, equipment, or services do you possess?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

How many years of full-time experience in requisitioning, receiving, storing, distributing, and maintaining inventory of goods do you possess?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How much college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 60 credits or more

+ 30 but less than 60 credits

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov