9/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted 9/4/2025 Contact Mary Scovill714 663 6456 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Single Rate
$5,788 per month with four annual step increases to $7,040 per month (24-25 Rate) Monthly Length of Work Year 12 Months Employment Type Full Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print
ABOUT THE JOB: Under general supervision, purchases materials, supplies, equipment, and services used by the school district; trains and leads the work of Purchasing Department staff; and performs related work as assigned.
JOB DUTIES: Trains and provides work direction and guidance to Purchasing Department staff; purchases supplies, materials, equipment, services and district warehouse inventory; researches and provides information on product source and availability; reviews and makes necessary changes to purchase requisitions including better qualified suppliers; prepares specifications, bids and quotations for a variety of purchases using available cost saving techniques; ensures bids meet established criteria and regulations, conducts bid openings, and assists in monitoring bid limits; receives, reviews, and enters requisitions into computer-generated purchase order system; contacts vendors and obtains quotations, discusses procedures and availability of materials, and evaluates product quality and delivery timelines; creates and maintains vendor files; researches and responds to complaints about non-payment, quality, shortages, and damaged or duplicated orders; assists in the development and maintenance of purchasing catalogs, calendars, and information records on bidders and vendors; answers inquiries from schools and district offices regarding purchasing procedures; prepares a variety of written materials such as Board Agendas, addendums, contracts, and vendor correspondence; supports year-end closing processes; assists in resolving county audit issues; and assists in the maintenance of the district equipment inventory.
Complete Job Description available at www.ggusd.us under Employment/Classified Job Opportunities/Job DescriptionsEMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent and three years of responsible experience equivalent to full-time work in purchasing supplies, equipment, materials and/or services. Experience in a school district is highly desirable. Part-time experience will be considered and adjusted appropriately. Completion of a certification or degree in purchasing or related field at an accredited college may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.
A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING….
Knowledge of: District policies, rules, and practices pertaining to the purchase of materials, supplies, services and equipment; governmental codes, Education Code, Public Contract Code, and purchasing practices; bidding rules, regulations, practices, and procedures; sources of supply, marketing, and pricing methods; negotiation techniques for purchasing; research methods; inventory and property control methods; fixed asset procedures; current office practices, procedures, equipment and filing systems; and assigned computer software programs.
Ability to: Interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations, including those in the Education Code and Public Contract Code; effectively gather, analyze, and evaluate data; develop and maintain effective working relationships with district personnel, vendors, the public, and other agencies; communicate tactfully and courteously, both orally and in writing, with the public, vendors, and administrators; prepare clear and accurate reports and correspondence; learn and use assigned computer software programs; utilize the Internet to locate vendors and products; meet schedules and timelines; operate required office equipment such as a calculator, scanner and computer; and train and lead the work of others.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent and three years of responsible experience equivalent to full-time work in purchasing supplies, equipment, materials and/or services. Experience in a school district is highly desirable. Part-time experience will be considered and adjusted appropriately. Completion of a certification or degree in purchasing or related field at an accredited college may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.
WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS. You must submit an application and complete the supplemental questions. Resumes are not accepted. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Click the red button below to apply.
Requirements / QualificationsEducation and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent and three years of responsible experience equivalent to full-time work in purchasing supplies, equipment, materials and/or services. Experience in a school district is highly desirable. Part-time experience will be considered and adjusted appropriately. Completion of a certification or degree in purchasing or related field at an accredited college may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.
WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS. You must submit an application and complete the supplemental questions. Resumes are not accepted. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Click the red button below to apply.
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