NOTE: Qualified applicants will be required to take an online exam. Applicants are required to test alone in a quiet, distraction-free area using a reliable computer with a high-speed internet connection, a microphone, a webcam (internal or external), and a Windows or Apple Operating System. Applicants who do not meet the system requirements will be provided an opportunity to take the online exam on site.
Performs selected buying of a variety of materials, supplies, equipment and services within a centralized purchasing operation; and performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class differs from that of Buyer II in that the Buyer I primarily buys a variety of commodities and services involving informal bid purchases; whereas, the Buyer II performs the full range of buying activities involving formal and informal bid purchases.
The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of experience in buying a variety of commodities and services (including or supplemented by experience involving some knowledge of computer hardware and software, as applicable).
Knowledge of: various types of commodities and services and their sources of supply; policies and procedures of the Purchasing Division; the County Charter and ordinances and State Statutes governing governmental purchasing; office practices and procedures.
Ability to: determine the suitability of commodities and services; review and revise purchase orders and requisitions; interpret policies, laws, and ordinances related to governmental purchasing; deal tactfully with others.
Selective Certification
Health and Physical Condition:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.
Physical Effort Grouping: Light
The County of Maui offers a generous benefit package, including the following:
Vacation
Eligible employees earn up to 21 days of vacation per year, with a maximum year-to-year carry over of 90 days. Eligibility to accrue vacation begins with the first work day.
Sick Leave
Eligible employees accumulate up to 21 days of sick leave per year. Eligibility to accrue sick leave begins with the first work day, and there is no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.
Retirement Plan
Eligible employees are required to join the State of Hawaii Employees Retirement System. This is a defined-benefit retirement plan. For additional information, please visit the ERS website at http://ers.ehawaii.gov/
Health Benefit Plans
The County of Maui offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:
These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund, and contributions are payroll deducted.
Group Life Insurance
Group life insurance is provided at no cost to eligible employees.
Holidays
The County observes 13 holidays per year (14 in an election year).
Deferred Compensation Plan
Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.
Flex Spending Plan
Eligible employees can also participate in the County’s Flexible Spending plan, a way to set aside a portion of pay, before taxes, to pay for qualifying dependent care or medical expenses.
Employee Assistance Program
The County also offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work related problems.
Training
The County provides its employees with a variety of up-to-date training opportunities (i.e., computer application, professional seminars, heavy equipment operation, administrative & clerical skills, personal safety, etc.) to help them increase their knowledge, gain new skills, and to be more satisfied and effective in their jobs.
Leave Sharing
The County’s leave sharing program allows employees to donate accumulated vacation leave credits to a qualified fellow employee who has a serious personal illness or injury.
Note: Specific benefits and their associated premiums are subject to collective bargaining, and are subject to change. Benefits may vary for temporary, hourly, and half-time employees.
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