The job of Purchasing Technician is done for the purpose/s of processing orders for commodities and/or services necessary to support District operations; ensuring appropriate allocation of funds; providing guidance on order processing; reconciling student activities accounts and/or deposits; and documenting purchases in accordance with District purchasing requirements and/or state/federal regulations. This job reports to the Director of Purchasing.

Duties include: assists external auditors in providing requested information (e.g. purchasing procedures, contracts, purchase orders, requisitions, etc.); attends in-service trainings, staff meetings, workshops, etc., as requested; coordinates sales of surplus items; evaluates requisitions, change orders, bids, etc. used in the acquisition of supplies, equipment and/or services; issues limited purchase orders; maintains all financial records for the student activities accounts; maintains various files and financial documentation (e.g. vendor lists, contracts, lease payment schedules, fixed assets, purchase orders, etc.); monitors purchase orders against budgetary categories; orients personnel regarding various procedures and program requirements; performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, faxing, etc.); prepares standardized written documents and reports (e.g. transmittals, reports of monthly receipts and disbursements, memos, etc.); processes purchase orders and related documents; responds to inquiries of staff, vendors, etc. and reviews purchase orders, contracts, and bids. 

Job related experience is required. 

Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent; Pre-employment Proficiency Test; Criminal Justice Fingerprint-Background Clearance; Ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English.