LVPN0374927-0000
2026-07-01T00:00:00
2026-05-08T00:00:00
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS The work involves responsibility for the purchasing of a wide variety of supplies, materials, equipment and contractual services for a large school district. Under the general supervision of a School Business Administrator or other school administrator, the incumbent directs and participates in the purchasing activities and related record keeping necessary for the successful operation of a large school district. The work is performed in accordance with established policies and objectives permitting considerable leeway in the exercise of independent judgement. Supervision may be exercised over a small number of professional staff and a number of clerical personnel. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES Coordinates the purchasing activities of a large school district and gives staff guidance and advice to operating departments on purchasing matters. Solicits and reviews bids from vendors and contractors for a wide variety of commodities and services. Awards or recommends award of contracts of sale to vendors following review of bids. Maintains liaison with vendors and contractors in their dealings with the school district. Prepares specifications or finalizes specifications prepared by staff for items purchased. Has charge of the review of requisitions from operating departments and the maintenance of related records on expenditures. Prepares and manages contracts for services, such as leased property agreements, instructional contracts, maintenance agreements, security agreements, etc. Checks on delivery of materials ordered. Keeps abreast of current price trends, market conditions, and new or improved items of supply. Develops, subject to approval of governing body, purchase regulations and procedures. Confers with department heads and building principals on their needs, and offers input to the budget department when annual budget is formulated. Plans and oversees advertising for articles or services to be purchased. Advises the accounts payable department when questions occur regarding validity of an order. May approve vouchers on equipment and materials for payment. *The candidate will need to meet the minimum qualifications for the position, but will not need to take an exam.
Business/Finance
Liverpool CSD
Central
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