Staff Buyer

Pay Schedule I, Grade 30, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Office of Budget and Finance.  

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. 

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application.  Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note:  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.  Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.  Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Under general supervision, prepares technical specifications for commodities and services; prepares, evaluates and awards informal bids and advertised solicitations, and purchases supplies, materials, and equipment of moderate complexity for various County agencies.

• Locates suppliers, compares costs, and purchases a variety of supplies, materials, and equipment used by County agencies. 
• Reviews requisitions and determines most efficient method of procurement. 
• Determines and prepares technical specifications for commodities and services.
• Prepares, evaluates, and awards informal and formal bids and requests for proposals. 
• Issues blanket orders and price agreements and monitors usage.
• Coordinates changes in design, specifications, or parts. 
• Maintains good working relationships with vendors and manufacturers. 
• Interviews salespersons and vendors.
• Keeps informed of governmental purchasing policies and supply functions. 
• Reviews trade publications, periodicals, and journals. 
• Analyzes price listings and changes in market trends. 
• Uses computer, prepares reports, and maintains records.

Examples of Other Duties

• Assists in performing cost analysis and value analysis. 
• Assists in developing standards for materials and supplies. 
• Acts as lead worker and trains subordinate purchasing personnel. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.

plus

Two years' professional experience in purchasing a variety of commodities and writing original specifications.

(Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education. Education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience. Designation as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or a Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM) may be substituted for one year of the required education or experience. Designation as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), or Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) may be substituted for two years of the required education or experience.)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with complex procurement related to healthcare, facility, construction and IT services.

Procurement related certification.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Staff Buyer
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.  Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
These positions are essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, or other restricted physical activity.

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Salary : $58,364 - $72,874