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Purchasing Agent
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (PA)
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Purchasing Agent
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Purchasing Agent
Salary
$45,907.00 - $69,203.00 Annually
Location
Carbon County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2025-39407
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
TR Carbon Co
Opening Date
01/05/2026
Closing Date
1/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Max Number of Applicants
25
Job Code
02610
Position Number
00147182
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
A1
Pay Group
ST05
Bureau / Division Code
00080520
Bureau / Division
TR Carbon County
Worksite Address
930 Bridge Street
City
Lehighton, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
18235
Contact Name
Angie Devers
Contact Email
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+ Benefits
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THE POSITION
NOTE: This posting will close on JANUARY 19, 2026 or after 25 applications are received, whichever occurs first.
Are you adept at managing both physical goods and financial resources? If so, the Carbon County Maintenance Office is looking for you to become their next Purchasing Agent! In this role, you will ensure that county expenditures remain within budget, evaluate bids and purchase orders, and oversee the stock room, complete with the exciting opportunity to operate a forklift. Collaborating with County Managers, you will help create a safe and financially sound environment while engaging in a diverse range of purchasing and inventory control tasks. If this dynamic blend of responsibilities appeals to you, do not hesitate to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will be responsible for evaluating requisitions for the Carbon County Maintenance Organization and determining the most effective procurement methods through requests, specifications, bids, and purchase orders. Your role will involve communication with vendors, requesters, and other commonwealth personnel regarding purchasing needs, delivery logistics, and payment concerns. Additionally, you will manage warehouse or storeroom operations, which include requisitioning, receiving, storing, distributing, and maintaining inventory. Interaction with the public will occur through phone and electronic communication, and you may also assist with the Winter Maintenance Program. Ongoing training will be provided to ensure compliance with all Commonwealth policies and procedures. Furthermore, you will serve as the designated Purchasing Card Holder for the county office, which may require additional background checks during the hiring process.
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=00147182) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
+ Full-time employment
+ Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
+ Overtime and shift work required. Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,907 (before taxes).
+ 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 be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
+ Experience using SAP (Systems, Applications & Products) for purchasing
+ At least 1 year of moderately complex clerical experience with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
+ At least 1 year of experience sorting, filing, and retrieving documents using a specific system for organization and retrieving documents/files as needed
+ At least 2 years of experience requisitioning, storing, and retrieving materials or supplies using a specific system for organization and to order or disperse unique items as needed
+ At least 2 years of customer service experience dealing with inquiries from the general public
+ At least 2 years of contract or bid preparation and execution experience for goods and/or services
How to Apply:
+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be 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.
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For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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 visiting visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
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
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Preferred Criteria- Do you have experience using SAP (Systems, Applications & Products) for purchasing?
+ Yes
+ No
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Preferred Criteria- Do you have at least 1 year of moderately complex clerical experience with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)?
+ Yes
+ No
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Preferred Criteria- Do you have at least 1 year of experience sorting, filing, and retrieving documents using a specific system for organization and retrieving documents/files as needed?
+ Yes
+ No
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Preferred Criteria- Do you have at least 2 years of experience requisitioning, storing, and retrieving materials or supplies using a specific system for organization and to order or disperse unique items as needed?
+ Yes
+ No
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Preferred Criteria- Do you have at least 2 years of customer service experience dealing with inquiries from the general public?
+ Yes
+ No
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Preferred Criteria- Do you have at least 2 years of contract or bid preparation and execution experience for goods and/or services?
+ Yes
+ No
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
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