Purchasing Buyer (Part-Time)

Purchasing Buyer (Part-Time) Print ( Apply ufeff Purchasing Buyer (Part-Time) Salary $19.29 - $22.90 Hourly Location Boise City Hall, ID Job Type Part Time - Regular Job Number 23 -07521 Department Finance Division Competitive Purchasing Opening Date 03/11/2026 Closing Date 4/1/2026 12:00 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Summary Statement The City of Boise is hiring for a Purchasing Buyer (Part-Time) Join the City of Boise as a part-time Purchasing Buyer and play an important role in supporting the services our community relies on every day. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys organized, detail-oriented work and takes pride in helping others. You will provide administrative and purchasing support that helps city departments serve Boise residents effectively. Government procurement experience is preferred, but we are willing to train someone with strong Microsoft Office skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to learn quickly. With a dependable hybrid-eligible part-time schedule (20 hours/week) of about 4 hours per day with some flexibility, this is a great opportunity to contribute meaningful work in service to your community. To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise. Why the City of Boise? The benefits are meaningful for part-time employees too: + Medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits for eligible part-time employees + PERSI retirement plus up to 2% employer match in the 401(k) or 457(b) + Paid vacation that grows with tenure + 10 weeks paid parental leave + Up to $500 annual wellbeing incentive + Free local bus pass + Basic life and AD&D insurance at no cost + A living-wage commitment for eligible non-temporary employees Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hoursu2019 notice will be provided prior to closing. Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur. Essential Functions Performs routine or repetitive tasks with specific instructions and set procedures. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Works with departments to identify requirements and best-suited purchasing methods to obtain desired results. Provides information to departments regarding purchasing procedures and product information. Assists in corresponding with vendors to obtain information about products and services. Provides resource-level information to internal customers. Tracks all aspects of the purchasing function. Assists in executing purchasing contracts. Develops strong working relationships and communication paths with vendors. Prepares purchasing requests for Boise city council approval. Maintains documentation specific to purchasing transactions and ensures filing of such following relevant laws and regulations. Researches and interprets relevant rules, regulations, state statutes and laws regarding the City of Boise and department purchasing functions. Provides guidance and assistance to City of Boise employees and the public. Provides backup for contract management. Provides backup for surplus equipment handling. Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Requirements Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience working in a purchasing environment with suppliers or vendors familiar with the competitive bid process. Knowledge of: + City and state procurement processes + Procedures and legal terminology + Office and telephone etiquette and equipment + Basic arithmetic; basic accounting terms and principles + Computer usage including related software. Ability to: + Work under pressure and prioritize workload + Understand and interpret technical material, rules, regulations and instructions + Work within a project team + Develop and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization + Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance + Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. Licensing And Other Requirements Valid state-issued driver's license. Special Requirements Applicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation Driving Record Check Working Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. Also, the employee is rarely pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds. The noise level is frequently moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand and walk. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Working Environment The work environment will include inside conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Top talent deserves top notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees. Healthcare- Flexible options premium medical coverage for you and your family: + Low cost dental and vision options. + Post-employment health savings account. Retirement and Investment Plans: + PERSI retirement benefits + 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match + 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match WellBeing Program: + Up to $500 cash per year for participants + Alternative transportation incentives Paid Leave u2013 City employees receive generous paid leave: + Vacation leave distributed each pay period, and this increases the longer you stay with the City + 12 paid holidays every year + Sick leave distributed each pay period + 10 weeks Parental Leave Life & Long Term Disability: + Basic Life insurance at no cost to you + Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you Other optional benefits: + Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts + Supplemental Life Insurance + Supplemental Disability Insurance + Tuition reimbursement + Free local bus pass + Corporate discount programs + AFLAC + Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues Please visit our website for further details

Created: 2026-03-13