City of Scottsdale
About the Position
The Buyer Aide performs entry level purchasing assignments in the Purchasing/Procurement department.
Salary Anticipated starting salary may be up to the mid‑point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The mid‑point salary is $27.89 per hour.
Benefits
12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month, eligible for use immediately following accrual
Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month, eligible for use immediately following accrual
Medical (includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision benefits effective first day of employment
City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12%, which includes a Long‑Term Disability benefit
Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
Pet Insurance
Bilingual Pay Compensation
Robust Employee Wellness plan with flexible incentives
Access to several city‑owned fitness and recreational facilities at no cost
Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
Two years of procurement experience, preferably in a public environment.
Any equivalent combination of education and/or job‑related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements
Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during active employment, regardless of remote‑work approval.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/section assignment.
Essential Functions To view the Essential Functions of this job, please click HERE.
Work Environment / Physical Demands To view the Work Environment / Physical Demands, click HERE.
Selection Process The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full to be considered a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification.
Education Requirements & Screening Applicants whose education, training, and experience align most closely with the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post‑offer, pre‑employment background screening that may include:
Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
Criminal Background Screening
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Equal Employment Opportunity: The City of Scottsdale provides employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made for an “otherwise qualified applicant” with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312‑2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1‑800‑367‑8939) may contact HR at (480) 312‑2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs and requirements of the position change.
Other Benefits (Partial Overview)
Full‑time positions offer a comprehensive benefit package, including vacation, holiday, and medical leave, as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long‑term disability.
Part‑time positions offer paid medical leave.
Complimentary Valley Metro Platinum passes and van‑pool subsidy for commuting when applicable.
The City is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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Salary Anticipated starting salary may be up to the mid‑point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The mid‑point salary is $27.89 per hour.
Benefits
12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month, eligible for use immediately following accrual
Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month, eligible for use immediately following accrual
Medical (includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision benefits effective first day of employment
City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12%, which includes a Long‑Term Disability benefit
Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
Pet Insurance
Bilingual Pay Compensation
Robust Employee Wellness plan with flexible incentives
Access to several city‑owned fitness and recreational facilities at no cost
Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
Two years of procurement experience, preferably in a public environment.
Any equivalent combination of education and/or job‑related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements
Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during active employment, regardless of remote‑work approval.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/section assignment.
Essential Functions To view the Essential Functions of this job, please click HERE.
Work Environment / Physical Demands To view the Work Environment / Physical Demands, click HERE.
Selection Process The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full to be considered a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification.
Education Requirements & Screening Applicants whose education, training, and experience align most closely with the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post‑offer, pre‑employment background screening that may include:
Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
Criminal Background Screening
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Equal Employment Opportunity: The City of Scottsdale provides employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made for an “otherwise qualified applicant” with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312‑2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1‑800‑367‑8939) may contact HR at (480) 312‑2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs and requirements of the position change.
Other Benefits (Partial Overview)
Full‑time positions offer a comprehensive benefit package, including vacation, holiday, and medical leave, as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long‑term disability.
Part‑time positions offer paid medical leave.
Complimentary Valley Metro Platinum passes and van‑pool subsidy for commuting when applicable.
The City is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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