This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS)* and applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications to be considered for this position:

This title includes a traineeship opportunity and applicants will be appointed to the appropriate level** based on their experience and education.

**Purchasing Agent Trainee level requirements:
• Purchasing Agent Trainee (equated to SG-13): A bachelor's degree.
• Assistant Purchasing Agent (equated to SG-14): A bachelor's degree and one year of purchasing experience.

Applicants may also be appointed to this position if currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title OR are current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service in a position allocated to a Grade 11 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Successful completion of a one-year traineeship leads to appointment as an Assistant Purchasing Agent, SG-14.

Duties Description The incumbent will work in the BSC Purchasing Unit and will review purchase order compliance with applicable rule and regulations and provide customer agency support to purchase a variety of supplies, materials, equipment, and services required to carry out their missions. Purchasing activities are governed by state contracts, open market buying procedures, the NYS Procurement Council, Office and the State Comptroller, and applicable regulations and guidelines related to minority and women-owned businesses.

These duties will be carried out as outlined in the Standard Work Procedures (SWP), OGS Policies, and applicable NYS Laws, Rules, and Regulations. Duties typical of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Have a thorough knowledge of the Purchasing policies and procedures, with the ability to apply them.
• Process Purchasing transactions in accordance with standard work and the service level agreement.
• Conduct both written and telephone communications and prepare email correspondence to customers, vendors, program administrators and others regarding requesting information.
• Resolve difficult processing errors, analyze data and resolves complex auditing problems related to various NYS business practices, including various audit functions and related processes.
• Perform all duties with a "continuous improvement" mindset, offering ideas and solutions to
• coworkers.
• Work collaboratively with manager and peers to improve the processes of the BSC.
• Take a lead role in providing the best possible customer service while keeping the BSC's and the
• State of New York's needs in perspective.

The Business Services Center (BSC) was established in September 2012 to make Human Resources and Finance transaction processing consistent across New York State government agencies. Since its inception, the BSC has increased efficiencies and lowered costs across the state. The BSC supports advancement and frequently promotes their employees in consideration of their hard work and dedication to the Office of General Services-BSC core mission. If you are looking for growth opportunities in an agency that fosters individual staff development, we encourage you to apply to this position.

Additional Comments *There is no examination required for appointment to a NY HELPS position. Candidates hired before May 2024 will be appointed on a temporary basis. In May 2024, satisfactory employees will receive permanent, non-competitive appointments and will begin a probationary period.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected that NY HELPS employees will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to take an exam. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/KP

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor, Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.