Temporary Buyer Assistant

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.About The PositionFor questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.The County of Riverside’s Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is seeking a Temporary Buyer Assistant to support the Environmental Health Department in Riverside. The department is looking for an individual with strong time management skills and an eagerness to learn. The selected candidate will be responsible for generating and reviewing requisitions and standing purchase orders, researching and comparing products, services, and vendors based on availability, quality, and cost to meet departmental needs, utilizing Procurement Services databases, reviewing timelines, and assisting other procurement professionals as needed.Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in purchasing, business administration, or economics will be highly competitive. Preferred qualifications also include strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, experience preparing low-value purchase authorization requisitions and purchase orders, and familiarity with vendor setup processes. Experience working within a government agency is also strongly preferred.Meet the Team!Environmental HealthThe Riverside County Department of Environmental Health is a multifaceted department dedicated to protecting the health of people and the environment in Riverside County. Their mission, "to enhance the quality of life in Riverside County," is accomplished through a dedicated staff of professionals including licensed and/or certified inspectors overseeing and enforcing numerous programs, from food facility inspections to hazardous waste designed to protect both the public and the environment.http://dpss.co.riverside.ca.us/indexhttps://rc-hr.com/temporary-medical-assignment-program-tapmaphttps://issuu.com/rivcohr/docs/hr_flipbook_1-24-23_r3TAP Benefits: Reasons to work for the County of Riverside - flipbookhttps://rc-hr.com/files/users/user116/COR_2026_TAP_Guide_FINAL.pdfExamples Of Essential Duties Research and conduct comparisons on products, services and vendors; compare availability, quality and cost factors for department needs; research problems, adjust schedules to meet deadlines and time frames and respond to customer concerns; review Procurement Services databases for turn-around time, and assist where necessary to expedite orders. Determine vendors from which purchase will be made and issue purchase orders up to $5,000; review standing purchase orders for renewal and departmental blanket orders to ensure low-cost emergency vendor service. Prepare and maintain a variety of statistical reports and records; compile and prepare periodic and special reports; maintain automated and manual filing systems for department supplies. Review requisitions for completeness, accuracy, cost effectiveness and adherence to standards, codes, County policies and procedures; monitor vendor documentation and purchase order activity; plan and schedule ordering, receipt and/or storing of goods; interpret complex reports and invoices to ensure goods received match requisitions; review documents for conformance to requisition policies. Order supplies and stock; check purchase orders against requisitions; check supplies received against invoices; maintain routine inventory records; inform appropriate County departments of relevant deliveries. Answer routine questions in person or via telephone; answer questions that involve searching for and abstracting technical data and detailed explanations of laws, policies or procedures; assist staff in solving the more complex and difficult inquiries, referring matters requiring policy decisions to a supervisor. Assist in training and orienting new staff members, as required. Act as a technical expert or resource person to department staff and other interested individuals regarding program procurement support. Research, analyze and prepare procurement recommendations in support of program objectives.Minimum QualificationsExperience: One year of experience as an Accounting Assistant I (or higher) or Office Assistant II (or higher) with the County of Riverside or an equivalent position, in which the experience involved routinely processing Low Value Purchase Authorizations (LVPA's) or similar purchasing instruments.Knowledge of: Basic methods, practices, and terminology of fiscal and procurement recordkeeping; basic business mathematics; basic mathematical/fiscal computer applications such as PeopleSoft queries and spreadsheets as they apply to the procurement process.Ability to: Learn County purchasing principles, procedures and terminology; learn the methods of pricing, including the calculation of discounts and taxes; interpret and apply a variety of regulations, procedures and requirements; operate standard office equipment including computerized procurement systems; perform research to resolve problems and correct errors; read, understand and follow written and oral instructions; prepare data in proper format and perform data entry; understand and maintain purchasing files or other record systems; recognize and correct computational errors; prepare routine and special reports; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others, exercising patience, tact and discretion in explaining purchasing procedures.License: A valid California Driver's License is required.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONThe closing date and time for this positionThursday 5/21/26 11:59 PM Pacific Time For questions regarding this recruitment Please contact Joseph Miller at 951-955-3769 or josephmiller@rivco.org . For general inquiries, please allow up to 2 business days to receive a response.________________________________________________________________________________________APPLICATION INFORMATIONVeteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policiesReasonable AccommodationsThe County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disabilityProof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).Work Authorization RequirementApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.Pre-EmploymentAll employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary PeriodAs an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General InformationCurrent County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.