Buyer I/II Flex

Salary : $65,598.00 - $79,794.00 AnnuallyLocation : JuneauJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202600842Department: FinanceOpening Date: 03/19/2026Closing Date: 4/6/2026 4:30 PM AlaskaPosition Number: 162035Bargaining Unit: Marine Engineers Beneficial AssociationPay Range: 16 / 18 (D.O.Q)Hours Per Week: 37.5Telework Availability: A hybrid (i.e., 3 days in office/2 days working from home) arrangement may be available once eligibility criteria is met.DescriptionThe Purchasing division is looking for a Buyer I/II (Flex) to join our team!Our shared values include Trust, Communication, Respect, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, Teamwork and Accountability.This Buyer I / Buyer II position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications. If hired at the lower level, the successful applicant will be promoted to the higher level upon meeting the minimum qualifications for the higher level, completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work as determined by the supervisor.Do you want to help the City provide vital services to its residents? Are you good with communications, big picture and attention to detail? Join our team by applying for our flexibly staffed Buyer I/II position! We keep the CBJ services flowing with all the behind-the-scenes work to manage CBJ purchases in accordance with procurement best practices, policy, law and grant requirements.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORA successful Buyer I/II for the Purchasing Division will demonstrate:Excellent written and verbal communicationExcellent critical thinking skills and attention to detailA desire to be a member of a strong teamExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsDependability and reliabilityAbility to know the details and see the big pictureA desire to increase knowledgeTHE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAMCBJ's Buyers perform a vital role in our City. The team interacts with every city department which provides a variety of operations to learn while providing consistent purchasing assistance! There is a heavy emphasis on adhering to CBJ's purchasing code while also embracing innovative thinking, a willingness to learn and adapt, and mental flexibility. As a trade-off, team members acquire a broad range of experiences, the opportunity to grow professionally, and long-term stability.WORKING HOURS AND LOCATIONThis position generally works (Monday through Friday) 8:00am - 4:30pm. Your office would be located in downtown Juneau.Typical ResponsibilitiesAs a Buyer in the CBJ Finance Purchasing Division, you will work with Departments to define their needs and help them through the appropriate purchasing process from the small, straight forward purchase to complex requests for proposals. You will build relationships with the staff departments throughout the City and help them find the most appropriate and expeditious path to obtain the goods and services they need to provide important services to the residents and visitors of our capital city! This job is never boring as you will be constantly learning about what the City does and needs to function well.You will be involved in preparing, soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, awarding, and administering contracts with suppliers and contractors. This position works with supervisory and non-supervisory employees citywide in an effective manner to ensure best pricing and value to the City.This is a flexibly staffed position, which allows CBJ to hire someone qualified as a Buyer I and then grow into the skills needed as a Buyer II that required to fully support the Purchasing Division and City.Minimum QualificationsBuyer I - (Range 16) $33.64 - $35.92 per hour (D.O.Q.)Education:High School graduation or the equivalent.Experience:Three (3) years of progressive procurement/purchasing experience of which at least two (2) years must have been at the Bid Specialist level within the City and Borough of Juneau or equivalent elsewhere.Substitution:Post-secondary education from an accredited college with major course work in Business Management, Public Administration, Accounting or related field may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 2.5 semester hours (3.75 quarter hours) for one (1) month of experience up to a maximum of 12 months may be substituted for the required experience.Buyer II - (Range 18) $38.33 - $40.92 per hour (D.O.Q.)Education:Graduation from college or university with major work in business administration or a closely related field.Experience:Two (2) years of experience in professional procurement and contracting. At least one year of this experience must have been at the professional level equivalent to a Buyer with the City and Borough of Juneau or to a Procurement Specialist II with the State of Alaska.One (1) year of supervisory experience.Substitution:Additional qualifying work experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.Supplemental InformationHIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFOHiring Manager: Renee LoreePhone Number: (907) 586-5215 Ext 4071Email: Renee.Loree@juneau.govPlease read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.EducationIf you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.Work ExperienceIf you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.Application AssistanceFor questions regarding application submission or system operation errors, please visit: If your question is not answered in the FAQ, you may contact the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at (907) 586-5250 or human.resources@juneau.gov.For applicant password assistance, please visit:EEO StatementThe City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many BenefitsThe following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.Insurance BenefitsHealth insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dentalNo cost employee only plan availableEmployer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependentsAdditional optional coverage availableTravel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverageOptional group-based insurance premiums forTerm life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)Short-term DisabilityAccident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital Indemnity InsurancePet InsuranceEmployee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expensesEmployees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.Retirement BenefitsMembership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hireOption to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquareEmployer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employeesNote: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment optionsFor more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:Paid Leave and HolidaysPersonal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served21 days of PL within first year of employmentPersonal leave includes Sick leaveTwelve paid holidays a yearSix weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)Employee Wellness ProgramThe Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per yearAn Employee Assistance ProgramWellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilitiesHealth related webinarsOffice Ergonomic AssessmentsFor more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit .Additional PerksPublic Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employerParking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown officesFree passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools