What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent II position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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5/21/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-02350
Purchasing Agent II
Pay Grade 15
Salary
$4,225.00 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
General Government Cabinet | Department of Veterans Affairs
Location
100 Veterans Drive
Radcliff, KY 40160 USA
Description
The Radcliff Veteran Center is a skilled nursing facility that cares for the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Veterans. Our mission is to Serve Kentucky’s Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity and providing compassionate care.
The Purchasing Agent II position is responsible for purchasing goods and services for the Radcliff Veterans Center.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of purchasing experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in purchasing, administrative, accounting, procurement or a related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Certification Council will substitute for one year of the required education. Certification as a NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP), or Certification as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) from the Universal Public Certification Council, or Certification as a Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) from the National Grants Management Association will substitute for two years of the required education.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title perform duties in an office setting.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Donya Goode at Donya.Goode@ky.gov .
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
5/21/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-02350
Purchasing Agent II
Pay Grade 15
Salary
$4,225.00 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
General Government Cabinet | Department of Veterans Affairs
Location
100 Veterans Drive
Radcliff, KY 40160 USA
Description
The Radcliff Veteran Center is a skilled nursing facility that cares for the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Veterans. Our mission is to Serve Kentucky’s Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity and providing compassionate care.
The Purchasing Agent II position is responsible for purchasing goods and services for the Radcliff Veterans Center.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Creates complex requests for proposals for services or goods.
- Navigates competitive negotiation, strategic planning and awards processes.
- Serves as lead in evaluation of proposals.
- Creates complex requisitions for non-professional services.
- Receives requests to purchase goods and services not under state contract and works with requestor to define and write specifications.
- Monitors and audits acquisition pay documents for conformance to rules, regulations and standards.
- Monitors and audits acquisition pay documents for conformance to rules, regulations, standards and procedures prior to state payment per Model Procurement Code (KRS 45a).
- Strong Interpersonal Skills.
- Professionalism.
- Adaptability and Flexibility.
- Self-Starter.
- Organized and Compassionate.
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of purchasing experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in purchasing, administrative, accounting, procurement or a related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Certification Council will substitute for one year of the required education. Certification as a NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP), or Certification as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) from the Universal Public Certification Council, or Certification as a Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) from the National Grants Management Association will substitute for two years of the required education.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title perform duties in an office setting.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Donya Goode at Donya.Goode@ky.gov .
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $4,225