What are the responsibilities and job description for the PURCHASING SPECIALIST - 64041607 position at The State of Florida?
Requisition No: 886269
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: PURCHASING SPECIALIST - 64041607
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64041607
Salary: $40,000.00 - $43,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 11/04/2026
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OPEN COMPETITIVE
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Provides other administrative services support, including but not limited to, transporting bank deposits, backup for receiving, etc.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of State of Florida and Department of Health purchasing rules, statutes, policies and procedures
- Knowledge of Ariba on Demand (AOD), WORKS, Flair, and Florida PALM
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Ability to maintain purchasing records
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others
- Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
- Ability to work independently
- Skilled in providing outstanding customer service verbally, written and in person
- Skilled in developing and providing training programs
- Skilled in active listening techniques
Qualifications:
MINIMUM -
Experience preparing purchasing documents and requisitions
Experience with vendor relations and customer service
Experience with Microsoft Office programs (such as, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Valid Florida Driver's License
PREFERRED -
Experience utilizing the State of Florida purchasing system, Ariba on Demand (My Florida Market Place)
Experience processing and entering deposits into the State of Florida accounting system
Experience providing training presentations to groups
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
Florida Department of Health in Marion County
1801 SE 32nd Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market: Ocala
Salary : $40,000 - $43,000