- Code
- 0200
- PCLS
- C4023
- Pay Grade
- 112
- Exempt
- No
- ORP
- No
- EEO Code
- 4
- Title
- Purchasing Assistant
- Description
Performs responsible clerical and specialized duties required to assist in procuring raw materials, equipment, supplies, and services for the university. Plans, coordinates, and controls daily clerical operations of the office. Work is performed with considerable independence and offers wide latitude for exercise of initiative and independent judgment, within the framework of State purchasing rules and regulations and university policies and procedures. Performs related work as assigned.
- Examples
Receives purchasing requisitions and works out any related problems, does follow-ups on orders to expedite receipt as needed, expedites receiving reports and purchase vouchers submission to keep vender accounts current, encumbers expenditures to insure that budgets are not exceeded.
- Physical Condition
- Experience
Three or more years of progressively more responsible purchasing experience, preferably within a State of Texas college or university office(s).
- Knowledge
Ability to organize detail work. Reasonable typing speed and use of adding machine/ calculator by touch. Requires in depth knowledge of State of Texas purchasing laws, rules and regulations as well as Midwestern State University purchasing procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with university and outside the university contacts.
- Education
Graduation from high school. Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Additional Requirements
Requires the ability to work well with diverse populations and maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Employees are expected to embody and promote the five core values of Midwestern State University: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, in their day-to-day work and interactions as members of the university community. Requires excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. Must be well organized, demonstrate initiative, be able to work independently with little supervision and to solve complex problems. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relations with university staff, faculty, students, and outside contacts and be a positive representative for Midwestern State University. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. *Regular reliable attendance is required. This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check.
- Standard Requirements
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Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
Last Updated 04-18-2023