What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent III (NMCD #45476) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
This position will provide assistance and guidance to the New Mexico Corrections Departments (NMCD)
facilities and divisions in understanding procurement code and the application of it in procuring services and
tangible goods.
How does it get done?
Who are the customers?
Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting and Finance and two (2) years of experience in accounting, finance, purchasing, procurement, and/or warehouse clerking. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Employment is subject to a pre-employment
background investigation and is conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an adult prison environment, which includes daily contact with inmates. May be required
to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Lucricia Baros. lucricia.baros@cd.nm.gov. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
This position will provide assistance and guidance to the New Mexico Corrections Departments (NMCD)
facilities and divisions in understanding procurement code and the application of it in procuring services and
tangible goods.
How does it get done?
- Review purchasing documents submitted for approval
- Provide guidance to purchasing agents in the field who may have questions regarding protocol
- Assist with ensuring purchases are procured properly according to state statutes and internal policies
- Oversee all procurement for these Divisions and Facilities
- Audit purchasing documents for compliance with Procurement Code, internal policies, and Department of
Who are the customers?
- New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD)
- New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD)
Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting and Finance and two (2) years of experience in accounting, finance, purchasing, procurement, and/or warehouse clerking. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Employment is subject to a pre-employment
background investigation and is conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an adult prison environment, which includes daily contact with inmates. May be required
to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Lucricia Baros. lucricia.baros@cd.nm.gov. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
