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Purchasing Agent
Learn more about this agency12/04/2018 to 12/18/2018
$12.13 - $17.50 per hour
Shift Differential 10% for hours worked between 6pm and 6am, OT for hours worked over 40
NF 2
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Not required
No
Permanent - 35 - 40 Hours Per week
Full-time - w/full benefits
Competitive
02
No
No
VA-19-17012
518636200
Ensures security of all guests is maintained at all times
Ensures guest privacy is maintained at all times.
Must possess a welcoming manner and positive attitude; demonstrate effective communication skills; professionally interact with guests; answering guest questions concerning hotel facilities,- and provide information about local attractions. Provide assistance in handling customer complaints, involving management as necessary.
Serves as purchasing agent for purchasing supplies and equipment, as contracting officer on small NAF purchase orders and contracts and as ordering officer on NAF delivery orders against open-end contracts. May serve as NAF/APF credit card holder.
Performs a variety of functions in the administration of NAF contracts for small purchases, including modifying contracts, issuing change orders, negotiating price, and delivery adjustments and exercising any other contract options, terminating contracts in default or canceling contracts by mutual agreement with liability to either party.
Prepare purchase request forms/documents for approval and place orders for APF/NAF purchases, where appropriate.
May research discrepancies involved in reconciliation of vendor invoices to purchase oriers or notification from vendor.
Maintains documentation of transactions and prepares reports.
Meets and communicates with vendors to discuss item selections, price, terms of purchases, delivery, return order authorization, etc. Receives items and forwards documentation of receipt to the NAF Business Office.
Issues supplies and amenities to authorized staff members.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
The position requires one year of work experience that demonstrates incumbent has a practical knowledge of purchasing procedures, computerized record keeping and basic safety including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) . Most positions require familiarity with one or more automated supply data bases to enter, correct, and retrieve recurring reports and to structure and retrieve specialized reports.
Must be proficient with a calculator and computer software (word processing and spreadsheet)
May act as APF or NAF credit card holder
Incumbent must have the ability to apply the mechanics of purchasing and common business practices as they relate to pricing, discounts, delivery, etc.
The work at this level requires knowledge of standardized
supply and purchasing regulations, policies, procedures, or other
instructions relating to the specific functions assigned.
Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
Must possess basic math and reading skills
A warrant ($5K, $25K) is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position is required to do considerable standing, bending,
walking, pushing, pulling, and climbing. Must have ability to perform
moderately strenuous physical labor as unassisted lifting, moving and carrying of supplies and equipment weighing up to 45 pounds is required. Assisted lifting, moving, and carrying up to 100 pounds may be required. May be required to climb/descend stairs and properly placed stepladders.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is primarily performed indoors in areas that normally have adequate heat, light, and ventilation.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
This position may be designated ALPHA personnel for inclement weather or in the interest of national security and may be required to report for work when other employees are excused.
This position is subject to the possibility of workdays on weekends and holidays, as well as, rotating shifts, often consisting of other than normal duty hours. The staff member may be recalled to duty and/or required to work overtime, including on an emergency basis.
Must possess a valid state driver license, as travel to other facilities may be required within the normal scope of duties.
This position is subject to a satisfactory completion of a National Agency Check (NAC).
The incumbent is expected to meet any requirements outlined in the Lodging career Path Guide.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.
We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States.
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to nsapplications@nhr-ma.com to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
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Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.
If claiming Veteran’s Preference, a legible copy of DD-214 (page 4) as well as any other supporting documentation (disability, proof of service, SF-15, etc). is required.
If claiming Military Spouse Preference, a copy of sponsor's orders is required for NF-03 and below or equivalent.
If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) Priority consideration, submit a copy of the notice of separation.
If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit. You must submit all required documents or you will not be considered for the position.
All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement closing date. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an inaccurate email address or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/518636200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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