PURCHASING SPECIALIST - 77071297
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- PURCHASING SPECIALIST - 77071297
- Date: Oct 30, 2026
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- Requisition No: 886728
- Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
- Working Title: PURCHASING SPECIALIST - 77071297
- Pay Plan: Career Service
- Position Number: 77071297
- Salary: $40,320.81 annually
- Posting Closing Date: 11/08/2026
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- Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
- Office Of the Executive Director/General Services Section
- Purchasing Specialist – 77071297 $40,320.81 Annually
- 1875 Orange Ave
- Tallahassee, FL 32311
- Hiring Manager: Rachel Massey
- Office of General Services
- Purchasing Specialist – 77071297
- Tallahassee, Florida
Our organization
The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.
Working Hours
Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma
One (1) year of experience in procurement, accounting, finance, or other business-related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) training
Requirements
- This position has financial disclosure responsibility in accordance with Section 112.3145, Florida Statues.
- Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.
- Ability to travel for training workshops, etc. up to 5% of time
Position Overview and Responsibilities
Responsible for following the provisions and requirements in Section 287.057, Florida Statutes. This position assists with the daily operations of the Purchasing Section and performs the following duties:
Solicitations
- Responsible for issuing Invitations to Bid, Requests for Proposals, Invitations to Negotiate, and other solicitations, as appropriate. Provides information and support to agency staff in the solicitation process. Attend pre-bid conferences and evaluates bids/proposals for responsiveness and responsibility of vendors making submissions. Apply State Laws, Rules, and Commission Policy in the development and management of the solicitation process. Prepares and maintains required solicitation documentation.
Procurement
- Responsible for assisting in the timely and accurate processing and/or approval of purchase requisitions in the State's automated procurement system, MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP). Reviews for accuracy and compliance with Laws, Rules, and Commission policy.
Other Duties
- Assists in the development of documentation, manuals, or procedures related to the Commission's procurement practices. Attend training and conferences, as necessary. Performs other duties and special projects, as required.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:
- Knowledge and ability to operate computer and Microsoft suite products.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of purchasing.
- Ability to research and analyze specifications, conditions, and regulations pertaining to bids, contracts, and/or prices.
- Ability to apply and implement rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to the purchasing process.
- Ability to put specifications, conditions, and regulations pertaining to bids, contracts, and/or prices in writing.
- Ability to maintain purchasing records.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking to convey information.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Benefits
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement. As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.
- Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
- No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
- Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
- 4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly
- Retirement Plan Options
- State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
On the Job Trainings
Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here
. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
- Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301
- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303
- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317
- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311
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- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304
- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305
- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302
- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316
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- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308
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- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399
- TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309
- Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
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Our Mission
Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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