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SENIOR BUYER (Senior Admin Officer) Range 15 / AMEA

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SENIOR BUYER (Senior Admin Officer) Range 15 / AMEA

Salary

$33.74 - $43.12 Hourly

Location

Anchorage, AK

Job Type

Regular / Full Time

Job Number

2025-00763

Department

Purchasing

Division

Contract/Professional Services

Opening Date

08/15/2025

Closing Date

9/4/2025 11:59 PM Alaska

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Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.

DEPARTMENT: Purchasing

HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

LOCATION:632 W. 6th Avenue, 5th floor, Anchorage, AK 99501

Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Example of Duties

Senior Buyer provides procurement services as they relate to obtaining services, general goods and supplies, and technical hardware and software in accordance with applicable laws. Perform all administrative processes required by initiating, reviewing, soliciting, evaluating, and selecting vendors through the solicitation/ award function of the procurement cycle. Demonstrate consistent initiative and good judgment and communicate in a clear and concise manner performing job duties and functions as they relate to the process of obtaining goods, supplies and services for the Municipality of Anchorage.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline and three (3) years of experience in procurement, bidding, proposals, and contract management

OR

Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline and five (5) years of experience in procurement, bidding, proposals, and contract management

OR

High school diploma, GED or equivalent and seven (7) years of experience in procurement, bidding, proposals, and contract management

Valid State of Alaska Driver's License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Preferences

National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM) or National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Official (CPPO) through (NIGP) certification

Additional Important Information

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to . E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process

Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.

NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-###-####.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at 907-###-#### during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-###-####.

The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:

Health / Medical Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio

• Life Insurance

• Dependent Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care

• Health Savings Accounts

Retirement:

• State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program

• 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

Employer Paid Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Leave Plan

• 13 Paid Holidays

For an overview of our medical benefit package go to ( .

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In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).

Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.

If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.

Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

• Yes

• No

02

Are you legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States without the requirement of a sponsorship from an employer?

• Yes

• No

03

Are you a current Municipality of Anchorage employee affiliated with the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA)?

• Yes

• No

04

Which of the following best describes your level of completed education as it relates to this position?

• None / Less than High School

• High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline

05

How many years of experience do you possess in procurement, finance, administrative support, or similar governmental administrative responsibilities?

• Less than 3 years

• 3 years to less than 5 years

• 5 years to less than 7 years

• 7 years or more

06

How many years of experience do you possess in professional procurement, formal procurement solicitation processes, and supporting the performance of contract administration?

• Less than 3 years

• 3 years to less than 5 years

• 5 years to less than 7 years

• 7 years or more

07

How many years of experience do you have in performing data entry and managing records in a way that ensures accuracy and compliance with company policies or regulatory requirements?

• Less than 3 years

• 3 years to less than 5 years

• 5 years to less than 7 years

• 7 years or more

08

Do you currently possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain one by time of hire?

• Yes

• No

09

Do you possess a National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM) or National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Official (CPPO) through (NIGP) certification?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Employer

Municipality of Anchorage

Address

632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501

Phone

(907) ###-####

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