PURCHASING AGENT - 55009193

Purchasing Agent - 55009193

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities.

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC : Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

FDOT District Two District Office

1109 S. Marion Avenue

Lake City, FL 32025

Your specific responsibilities include acquiring commodities and contractual services under bid threshold through informal quote, proposal, and single source processes through the state's eProcurement system MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) and financial management service (FMS). Acts as a P-Card "Card Holder" for the unit and acts as "Requestor" on the State E-Procurement System Program and Financial Management Service (FMS). Inputs in to systems on a daily basis or as necessary to achieve compliance with purchasing rules and procedures. Obtains competitive quotes / proposals as requested, either by telephone or in writing. Receives records and unpacks a variety of store items. Checks incoming materials for quantity and quality against purchase orders and / or invoices and places them in proper storage area.

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities : Knowledge of budget management and / or procurement of goods and services. Knowledge of record and file management. Skill in reading, understanding and applying applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to listen and understand the needs of both internal and external customers. Ability to plan, coordinate, complete and track the status of assignments. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to collect information / data and review for accuracy and completeness. Ability to use office equipment, Microsoft software applications and databases. Responsible for adhering to the provisions and requirements of Section 215.422, F.S., related State Comptroller's rules, and Department of Transportation's invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures. To be in compliance with the District Two Loss Prevention Procedure and be aware of reducing personal injury and vehicular accidents. Incumbent of this position will at times be required to work during weekends, nights, or holidays due to emergency conditions. The incumbent of this position is required to work with or around Department of Corrections inmates. This position will be required to respond before, during and following emergency situations.

High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency.

The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including : Health insurance (over 90% employer paid), $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid), Dental, vision and supplemental insurances, State of Florida retirement package, 10 paid holidays a year. Generous vacation and sick leave, Career advancement opportunities, Tuition waiver for public college courses, A variety of training opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit : https : / / www.mybenefits.myflorida.com /

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

The Florida Department of Transportation supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation's Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation's Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and / or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.