Buyer/Buyer, Sr

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date. NOTICE: Due to a recent system improvement, if you have previously applied for a position with the State of Idaho, select Reset/Forgot Password and follow the prompts to access your account. For additional assistance, refer to the Candidate Guide located under Candidate Resources on the State of Idaho Careers page. Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement. Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed. The Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion. The Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) has an opening for a Senior Buyer located at IDWR's State Office in downtown Boise, Idaho. This position's primary role is to research and perform value analysis on products, services, and equipment; purchase supplies, services, material, and equipment; prepare and issue bidding documents; and perform related work. There are two levels for this job opening: Buyer and Buyer, Senior. The Buyer job classification is the entry-level position in the Buyer, Senior career path. The Buyer position is used for recruitment and training purposes for the Buyer, Senior position. Buyers gain professional experience with a variety of IDWR programs while playing a key role in accomplishing both current and future agency objectives. Through various types of on-the-job training, the Buyer will learn the duties of a Buyer, Senior, and develop the knowledge and experience to work independently. Typically, the Buyer, Senior level requires two years of experience as a Buyer (or equivalent work experience). Upon successful completion of training, the employee will be paid at Buyer, Senior level. To qualify for the Buyer, Senior classification, the candidate must meet all minimum qualification requirements. Example of Duties: Determines product, equipment, and service requirements Determines methods of acquisition Prepares specifications, selects vendors, and requests written bids/telephone quotes on purchases within delegated authority Reviews and evaluates bids, records bid information including vendor price, payment terms, delivery, and issues awards Prepares bid and RFPs that may include value analysis, life cycle costing, and weighted value procedures for purchases that are processed through the Division of Purchasing Advises users about product, service availability, and specification preparation Advises users about policies and procedures and legal requirements established for procurement Resolves vendor-user conflicts May obtain and issue emergency purchase authorizations Conducts research and request information to identify products, services, and equipment for potential department use May attend trade shows Meets with vendors to receive product and service information Analyzes quality, price, source of supply, delivery date, shipping charges, and product cost Performs life cycle costing, including analyzing equipment long-term maintenance and expense to determine the residual value and related operating expense Verifies, updates, and reconciles inventory information using a computerized records system Performs physical inventory and reconciles records Schedule preventive maintenance as needed for department vehicles Maintain vehicle records such as: mileage logs, fuel purchases, maintenance schedules, and repairs (need…

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