Summary

This is an administrative position in which the incumbent is responsible for formulating plans and directing the activities of the Purchasing Department which performs under the general guidance of the Comptroller. The job responsibilities involve complying with the purchasing laws of the State of Mississippi while coordinating and promoting economy and efficiency in the purchase of commodities by County departments. The incumbent should use judgment in interpreting and applying statutes policies, guidelines and procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this occupational class. No attempt is made to be exhaustive; related, similar, or other logical duties are performed as assigned.

Plans, coordinate and supervises the work of the staff engaged in a countywide purchasing program in which the division is responsible.

Maintains current information on state laws, regulations and interpretations that are required for purchases by local governments.

Informs County Administrator and Comptroller of all laws and regulations and changes to laws or regulations effecting purchasing by local government.

Performs all functions and exercises authority as necessary in directing the operations of the Purchasing Department.

Plans and coordinates the purchase of commodities in volume for the County to take advantage of the savings made possible by volume purchasing.

Ensures that purchases of commodities can be made by County departments at fair prices.

Directs the preparation of specifications, legal advertisements and formal bid invitations regarding the purchase of commodities.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and five (5) years administrative or professional experience.

Or

A high school diploma or GED and years’ experience with nine (9) years administrative or professional.

Terms of Employment

This is an Exempt position.

This is an At-Will employment position

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Hinds County to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hinds County prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts Hinds County’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law.

Starting Salary

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