Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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 county expenditures remain within budget, evaluate bids and purchase orders, and oversee the stock room, 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.
The Position NOTE: This posting will close on January 19, 2026, or after 25 applications are received, whichever occurs first.
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.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full-time employment.
Work hours: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Overtime and shift work required; hours may change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
Telework: not available for this position.
Salary: starting annual salary of $45,907 (before taxes) for new employees within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Communication about this position will occur via email; check your spam/junk folders for notices.
Qualifications Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Three years of experience in purchasing work involving contact with vendors in procuring 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 one year of moderately complex clerical experience with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
At least one year of experience sorting, filing, and retrieving documents using a specific system.
At least two years of experience requisitioning, storing, and retrieving materials or supplies using a specific system.
At least two years of customer service experience dealing with inquiries from the general public.
At least two years of contract or bid preparation and execution experience for goods and/or services.
How to Apply
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; eligibility information must be provided on the application (relevant, detailed experience/education).
If claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, attach a copy of your college transcripts (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, visit www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on “Veterans.”
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711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
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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The Position NOTE: This posting will close on January 19, 2026, or after 25 applications are received, whichever occurs first.
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.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full-time employment.
Work hours: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Overtime and shift work required; hours may change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
Telework: not available for this position.
Salary: starting annual salary of $45,907 (before taxes) for new employees within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Communication about this position will occur via email; check your spam/junk folders for notices.
Qualifications Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Three years of experience in purchasing work involving contact with vendors in procuring 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 one year of moderately complex clerical experience with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
At least one year of experience sorting, filing, and retrieving documents using a specific system.
At least two years of experience requisitioning, storing, and retrieving materials or supplies using a specific system.
At least two years of customer service experience dealing with inquiries from the general public.
At least two years of contract or bid preparation and execution experience for goods and/or services.
How to Apply
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; eligibility information must be provided on the application (relevant, detailed experience/education).
If claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, attach a copy of your college transcripts (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, visit 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).
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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