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  • SENIOR BUYER

    Huntington Beach, California United States City of Huntington Beach, CA Full Time $6,494.45 - $8,703.07 Monthly Apr 30, 2025
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    City of Huntington Beach, CA

    THE COMMUNITY The City of Huntington Beach is located on the shore of the Pacific Ocean in northwestern Orange County, 40 miles south of Los Angeles and 90 miles north of San Diego. As the fourth largest city in Orange County, with a population near 200,000 residents, Huntington Beach is known as “Surf City USA” due to its abundance of beaches, sunny, warm Mediterranean climate and casual lifestyle. Huntington Beach covers 28 square miles of land, 26 square miles of water, and is the 24th largest city in California. With more than 8 miles of uninterrupted beach along the Pacific Ocean, the City also plays host to an annual visitor population of over 11 million people, especially during the summer, special events and weekends. Huntington Beach has one of the largest pleasure piers in the world and has the longest concrete pier in the State. The City’s park system includes 58 public parks (with a dog park), riding stables and the largest city-owned and operated regional park in Orange County — Huntington Central Park. Also within the City’s boundaries are five recreation centers (including a senior center), three miles of equestrian trails, two golf courses, 72 tennis courts, a marina and a protected wildlife preserve. Running parallel to Pacific Coast Highway and just steps from the ocean is an eight-mile strand perfect for biking, inline skating, jogging or a leisurely stroll. The City is centrally located to all major attractions in Orange County including the Disney Resorts, the Orange County Performing Arts Center and Repertory Theater, and the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific. The City is home to the International Surfing Museum, the Surfing Walk of Fame, Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, Huntington Harbour and the Huntington Beach Art Center. Huntington Beach draws some of the largest crowds in the world to such professional sporting events as the U.S. Open of Surfing, Van’s World Championship of Skateboarding and AVP Pro Beach Volleyball. There are 35 elementary schools, five public high schools and one community college (Golden West College) located within Huntington Beach. The City has a world-class library located within the 365-acre Central Park as well as four additional branch libraries. In addition, Orange Coast College; the University of California, Irvine; and California State Universities at Long Beach and Fullerton are located in close proximity. There are over 117,000 households within a five-mile radius of the Huntington Beach Civic Center. The average family household income is $122,851, ranking one of the highest in the nation based on the top 100 largest cities in the country. THE CITY GOVERNMENT Founded in the late 1880s, Huntington Beach was incorporated as a Charter City in 1909. Huntington Beach has a City Council/ City Manager form of government. The City Council has seven members who are elected at large, on a non-partisan basis, to four-year overlapping terms. City Council members are limited to two consecutive 4-year terms. There are three elected department heads - the City Attorney, City Clerk and City Treasurer. The position of Mayor is filled on a rotating basis. The City of Huntington Beach is organized into 13 major departments including City Treasurer, City Clerk, City Attorney, City Manager, Community Development, Community Services, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Services, Library Services, Police, and Public Works. The City has approximately 1,600 full and part-time employees and a total budget of approximately $345 Million.

    Job Description

    Description

    In Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Senior Buyer for the Finance Department.

    The Finance Department
    Through its four Divisions, provides financial management, oversight, monitoring and reporting functions for the City's complex financial resources. The department accomplishes this objective by providing budgetary oversight, monitoring and preparation; purchasing and procurement expertise; accounting and financial reporting services; cashiering, accounts receivable and collections services; payroll and accounts payable services; and utility billing and business license customer service.

    The current vacancy is in the Budget Management Division. The Division provides and coordinates the citywide purchases of goods and services, coordinates the competitive bidding process, and maintains the list of qualified vendors. Furthermore, the Division administers office supply orders, procurement cards, leasing, equipment replacement, professional services, fuel management and copy machine programs. Reprographics provides printing services to all City departments, and mail operations provides for daily collection, sorting, metering, and delivery of City interoffice, U.S. Postal Service mail and special deliveries for all City departments.

    The Position

    Under general supervision, the Senior Buyer purchases supplies, materials, equipment, and services in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Senior Buyer leads, trains, and assigns work to Buyers and participates in complex procurement duties including coordination of the competitive bidding process and purchase of city-wide goods and services. This position differs from Buyer by the complexity of assignments and the exercise of technical and functional direction to other staff.

    Examples of Essential Duties

    • Receives, examines, and processes departmental requests for supplies, materials, and services
    • Consults with department personnel on procurement needs
    • Generates and revises purchase orders including change orders
    • Researches market for products and services; develops, reviews and analyzes specifications and standards for products
    • Identifies and contacts vendors regarding procurement needs, specifications, bids and prices; invites, review sand awards bids; investigates complaints
    • Negotiates agreements or contracts; places orders with authorized vendors
    • Maintains quality and price standards for items purchased
    • Expedites delivery, billing and receiving documents
    • Monitors and maintains contracts, leases and blanket purchase orders
    • Troubleshoots problems with vendors, merchandise or deliveries
    • Receives and responds to inquiries from other employees and vendors regarding procurement policies and procedures; may provide ongoing technical support, instruction, and assistance with the City’s purchasing system as needed
    • Provides purchasing support to the Emergency Operations team when the Emergency Operations Center is activated
    • Assists with the management of the reprographics and mail room contract
    • Coordinates and administers formal bids and requests for proposal solicitations; provide technical assistance to departments in developing specifications; and ensure procurement activities comply with local, State and Federal statutes
    • Manage purchasing-related entries in the City’s financial system, including reconciliations and audits of Purchase Orders
    • Assist with the oversight of the procurement card, leasing, equipment replacement, professional services, fuel management and copy machine programs
    • Participates in the selection of staff; provides or coordinates staff training
    • Stays abreast of current state and federal regulations and business practices related to area of assignment
    • Facilitates the competitive bidding process, including bid opening, review and rating summarization
    • Makes recommendations for modifications in procurement policies and ordinances as appropriate

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    Minimum Qualifications

    Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:

    Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in business or public administration, purchasing, accounting, finance, or other related field.

    Experience: Three (3) years’ professional experience purchasing materials, equipment, supplies, and services, including one (1) year of lead responsibility or supervisory experience. Government purchasing experience preferred.

    Licenses/Certificates:
    • Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
    • Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) certificate issued by the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing or the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council desirable.

    SPECIAL CONDITIONS
    Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a City or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program.

    Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach City employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.

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    APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

    • Application Review
    • Examination(s) - Applicants who BEST meet the City's needs will be invited to an oral exam (weighted 100%), tentatively scheduled for June 3, 2025 .
    • Selection Interview
    • Background Investigation
    • Appointment


    Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application.

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    The City of Huntington Beach offers a comprehensive benefit package to Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (formerly MEA) members, including:

    The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

    PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.

    TWELVE PAID HOLIDAYS provided per year.

    GENERAL LEAVE with pay of 176 hours is granted to regular full-time employees. After four years' service additional general leave hours are earned, up to 256 hours after fifteen years' service.

    EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities.

    GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS are available to eligible City employees. These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances.

    FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses.

    RETIREMENT BENEFITS are provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. Effective January 1, 2013, the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act will apply to new members of CalPERS. A new member is defined as a new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after 1/1/13 and has no prior membership in a California public retirement system; is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system; or is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. Employees enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 are considered classic members.

    The benefit formula, final compensation period, and member contribution rate is as represented below:

    Classic Miscellaneous Members:
    Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2.5% at age 55
    Final Compensation Period 1-year Final Compensation
    Member Contribution Rate 9.0% of Reportable Compensation

    New Miscellaneous Members under PEPRA:
    Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2% at age 62
    Final Compensation Period 3-year Final Compensation
    Member Contribution Rate 8.25% of Reportable Compensation (eff. 7/1/23)

    DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Two voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are available.

    CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.

    FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES: Employees will have the option of working a 5/40 or 9/80 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. Employees assigned to the Police Department shall retain the option of working the 4/10 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Head may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with City Manager approval.

    An Agency Shop Agreement exists between the City of Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (HBMT). As a result, employees in classifications represented by the HBMT are required, no later than 30 days after commencing employment, to either opt out or become a dues paying HBMT member. All dues are collected via payroll deduction and distributed directly to HBMT for processing.

    NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

    For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Memorandum of Understanding and Side Letters at: MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDINGS Click on the links under "Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters" or "Municipal Employees' Association".

    Closing Date/Time: 5/13/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

    Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.

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Top Government Warehouse Jobs and How to Apply

Top Government Warehouse Jobs and How to Apply

Government warehouse jobs offer a range of stable opportunities at the local, state, and federal levels. These jobs are vital in maintaining the smooth operation of government agencies by ensuring proper storage, management, and distribution of critical materials. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in this sector, this guide will help you understand what roles are available, how to apply, and tips to help you succeed.

 

What Are Government Warehouse Jobs?

Government warehouse jobs involve the handling, storing, and managing goods and materials for government agencies. These positions are available across federal, state, and local governments, including warehouse workers, inventory managers, logistics coordinators, and operations managers. Warehouse employees ensure that inventory is handled correctly. They are often tasked with verifying shipments, ensuring that materials are securely stored, and ensuring operations proceed as scheduled at the official federal job site.

 

Where to Find Government Warehouse Jobs

Finding government warehouse jobs can be done through a few key platforms:

  • USAJOBS: This is the official federal job site where most federal government warehouse jobs are posted.
  • Local Government Websites: For state and local opportunities, sites like Team Georgia Careers and the Georgia Local Government Access (GLGA) Marketplace are valuable resources.
  • Search Engines: Search queries like “site warehouse jobs” can uncover additional listings across government websites.
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Make sure to visit these platforms regularly to stay updated on job postings. You can go to the site to complete your application, but securing stable government employment is worth the time invested.

 

Benefits of Government Warehouse Jobs

There are several reasons why someone might consider government warehouse jobs:

  • Competitive Pay: These roles often offer higher salaries than the private sector.
  • Job Security: Government positions generally provide more stability and protection against layoffs.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Employees in government warehouse jobs usually receive excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Government warehouse jobs are an excellent option for those looking for secure employment. They provide stable pay and long-term opportunities for career growth.

 

Application Process for Government Warehouse Jobs

Requirements and Qualifications

Before applying for government warehouse jobs, it’s essential to ensure that you meet the necessary qualifications. Common requirements include:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent: Most positions require at least a high school diploma.
  • Physical Ability: These jobs often require lifting heavy objects and working on your feet for long hours.
  • Basic Computer Skills: Most warehouse roles will require some ability to work with inventory management systems.
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Certain roles may require specific certifications, such as forklift operation or hazardous materials handling. Take a few seconds to verify the particular requirements for the job you are interested in. This may include checking the posting date to ensure the job is still available and reviewing the job’s requirements carefully.

How to Apply

To apply for government warehouse jobs, follow these steps:

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  1. Create an Account: Go to the site where the job is posted, such as USAJOBS or a state-level job board, and create an account.
  2. Submit Your Application: Fill out the application, including your resume and a tailored cover letter. Be sure to click “submit” after completing the form.
  3. Respond to All Questions: Ensure you have fully answered all application questions. Depending on your browser, these may take a few seconds to load.
  4. Verify Information: Double-check your application to ensure all required fields are completed. Verifying your information can prevent delays during the successful verification waiting period.
  1. Wait for Confirmation: After submission, you may need to wait for update notifications on the status of your application.

Ensure you use a stable internet connection to avoid issues when submitting your application. Agencies may request additional information, so monitor your email and respond promptly if asked.

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Tips for Getting Hired

Here are some tips to improve your chances of getting hired for government warehouse jobs:

  • Tailor Your Resume and Cover Letter: Highlight relevant skills, such as logistics experience or knowledge of inventory management systems, and align your application with the job description.
  • Use Keywords: Utilize essential phrases from the job posting to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications. This helps ensure that your application passes through the initial screening.
  • Practice Interviewing: Be ready to discuss your previous experience and how it applies to your desired role.
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  • Follow: After submitting your application, send a polite follow-up email to the hiring agency to express your continued interest in the position.

Ensuring you have completed all steps properly will help streamline the process, so take a few extra seconds to review everything before submission. This helps avoid issues like verifying you are human or dealing with other security prompts during verification.

 

Types of Government Warehouse Jobs

Here are some common government warehouse jobs and their responsibilities:

1. Warehouse Worker

  • Responsibilities: Receiving and shipping goods, organizing warehouse space, and maintaining accurate inventory records.
  • Skills Needed: Physical strength, attention to detail, and experience with basic inventory systems.

2. Inventory Manager

  • Responsibilities: Managing inventory levels, ordering stock, and keeping track of supply levels.
  • Skills Needed: Organizational skills, experience with inventory control software, and strong attention to detail.

3. Logistics Coordinator

  • Responsibilities: Coordinating shipments, managing delivery schedules, and ensuring the timely transport of materials.
  • Skills Needed: Communication and problem-solving skills and experience in logistics or supply chain management.

4. Supply Chain Manager

  • Responsibilities: Overseeing the flow of goods from suppliers to warehouses and from warehouses to their destinations.
  • Skills Needed: Advanced understanding of supply chain operations, strong leadership skills, and vendor management experience.

5. Operations Manager

  • Responsibilities: Managing daily operations, supervising warehouse staff, and maintaining efficiency.
  • Skills Needed: Leadership, operations management, and working with various teams.
 

Conclusion

Government warehouse jobs provide stable employment, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. Whether you’re applying for an entry-level position as a warehouse worker or aiming for a management role, understanding the qualifications and following the application process carefully is critical. Reviewing your application and ensuring you correctly use the right keyword during the application process can increase your chances of landing a government warehouse job.

Be prepared for potential security measures like verifying your ray ID, and if needed, be patient during any successful verification waiting periods that occur as your application is reviewed. Stay proactive, keep your connection stable, and respond to any follow-up requests to increase your chances of successfully securing the job.

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