What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Specialist position at Central Virginia Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Purchasing Specialist
Role Title
Admin and Office Spec III
Role Code
19013-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
292W0103
Agency
Central Virginia Community College
Division
Central Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location
Lynchburg - 680
Hiring Range
$18 - $24 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
6-Administrative Support
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, maximum of 29 hours per week or 1450 hours annually.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Central Virginia Community College is located in Lynchburg, Virginia, in view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. CVCC is a comprehensive two-year institution of higher education with an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students in occupational/technical programs and university-parallel/college transfer programs.
The goal of the Purchasing Specialist is to play a pivotal role in managing our procurement processes and ensuring the efficient sourcing of goods and services for the campus community. The Purchasing Specialist will support and demonstrate Business Office efforts that fulfill the strategic goals of the College’s mission and service area. The Purchasing Specialist develops and implements procurement strategies in line with campus community goals. Oversees the procurement process in coordination with the Shared Services Center (SSC) pertaining to supplier selection utilizing mandatory contracts as necessary. The Purchasing Specialist will collaborate with various departments to understand their procurement needs and provide support and strategic solutions. Will work with suppliers to establish strong supplier relationships. The Purchasing Specialist will monitor and ensure timely payment of invoices in collaboration with the SSC. Collaborate with faculty, staff, administrators, and suppliers to respond to the needs of the campus community and proactively resolve issues in a timely manner using effective problem resolution skills. Must promote the college professionally to internal and external constituencies to support the College’s strategic goal and vision.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent certifications, education, training and/or experience is required. Working knowledge of the practices and procedures of governmental purchasing through eVA or another equivalent platform. Excellent customer service skills, as well as excellent oral and written communication. Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks in a stressful environment. Effectively utilize Microsoft Office with specific emphasis on Microsoft Excel.
Additional Considerations
Experience in a higher education, business office setting. Experience with AIS PeopleSoft or equivalent accounting system. Working knowledge (with guidance) of system enhancements, software upgrades and project implementation. Virginia Contracting Officer/Associate Certification or equivalent.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_3455P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
09/15/2026
Job Close Date
10/02/2026
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
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Contact Name
Kingsley Chukwu
Email
chukwuk@centralvirginia.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Salary : $18 - $24