What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Branch Manager position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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8/8/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2603897
Purchasing Branch Manager
Pay Grade 17
Salary
$4,792.46 - $7,188.68 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Office of the Secretary
Location
125 Holmes Street
Frankfort, KY 40690 USA
Description
The Justice and Public Safety Cabinet (JPSC) is one of the largest cabinets in state government with nearly 8,000 employees. The Cabinet oversees five departments: the Kentucky State Police, Department of Criminal Justice Training, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Corrections, Department of Public Advocacy, as well as other offices. The Cabinet’s mission is to ensure the safety and security of Kentucky communities and protection of its citizens.
JPSC is seeking to fill a Purchasing Branch Manager position to provide Cabinet level oversight of complex procurement actions, which plays a vital role in ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, the Cabinet accounting structure, and procurement policies.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Six years of purchasing experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree in business administration will substitute for two years of the purchasing experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in purchasing will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis. Certification with the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) will substitute for one year of the college requirement OR certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) will substitute for two years of the college requirement.
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 Rebecca Norton at rebecca.norton@ky.gov .
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
8/8/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2603897
Purchasing Branch Manager
Pay Grade 17
Salary
$4,792.46 - $7,188.68 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Office of the Secretary
Location
125 Holmes Street
Frankfort, KY 40690 USA
Description
The Justice and Public Safety Cabinet (JPSC) is one of the largest cabinets in state government with nearly 8,000 employees. The Cabinet oversees five departments: the Kentucky State Police, Department of Criminal Justice Training, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Corrections, Department of Public Advocacy, as well as other offices. The Cabinet’s mission is to ensure the safety and security of Kentucky communities and protection of its citizens.
JPSC is seeking to fill a Purchasing Branch Manager position to provide Cabinet level oversight of complex procurement actions, which plays a vital role in ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, the Cabinet accounting structure, and procurement policies.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Direct and supervise procurement staff
- Oversee the development and approval of PSCs, MOAs and MOUs, and technical service procurements exceeding delegate purchasing authority
- Monitor all Cabinet purchases and procurements made for conformance with the Model Procurement Code (KRS 45A)
- Develop, coordinate, and deliver procurement training and guidance for Cabinet procurement staff
- Serve as the Cabinet’s procurement resource
- Direct the preparation, review, and administration of contractual agreements
- Oversee contract approval workflow, monitor Government Contract Review Committee activity
- Working knowledge of the Model Procurement Code (KRS 45A)
- Working knowledge of eMARS
- Experience in drafting and monitoring MOAs and MOUs
- Attention to detail
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Six years of purchasing experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree in business administration will substitute for two years of the purchasing experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in purchasing will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis. Certification with the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) will substitute for one year of the college requirement OR certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) will substitute for two years of the college requirement.
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 Rebecca Norton at rebecca.norton@ky.gov .
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $4,792 - $7,189