**Working Title: Purchasing Card Coordinator and Buyer** **Job Class: State Program Administrator** **Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources** + **Job ID** : 91673 + **Location** : St. Paul; New Ulm; or Grand Rapids MN + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 01/27/2026 + **Closing Date** : 02/17/2026 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources + **Division/Unit** : Operations Services / OSD OMB Procurement Staff + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $23.98 - $34.69 / hourly; $50,070 - $72,432 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. The DNR is seeking to hire one (1) Purchasing Card Coordinator and Buyer to work in the Operations Services Division. The selected candidate for this position will have the option to report to one (1) of the following locations: Grand Rapids, New Ulm, or St. Paul, MN. Specific location is negotiable and will be determined at time of selection. This position exists to administer the DNR Purchasing Card Program under the DNR Purchasing Card Use Policy, 04:M07, under the direction of the DNR Purchasing Card Coordinator including audit, analyze, implement, and reconcile the purchasing card program. In addition, this position exists to design, plan, acquire materials, restrictive and specialized equipment, and implement the Department of Natural Resources Procurement Program on a statewide basis. The incumbent in this position will develop and write specifications for annual statewide price agreements contracts. Acquire materials, signs, warehouse, safety, logo wear, and uniform apparel. Assist with equipment deployment and disposal, monitoring departmental needs capabilities, and changes in technology or availability and other related aspects for the acquisitions program. Assist with coordinating warehouse program, sign, uniform, and p-card programs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: + Train authorized card users so that cards are properly used to ensure they comply with Department of Administrations and DNR Policies. Provide direct guidance regarding contracts, provisions, and guidelines, lost/missing receipts, stolen cards and split purchases. + Evaluate new card requests to determine appropriate purchasing limits. Create account(s) and account access so that card requests and changes may be managed and monitored. + Evaluate and verify the application information and signatures; verify applicants purchasing authority, default funding, and confirm necessary training. + Provide expertise in restricted purchasing of materials, equipment, IT related equipment, silkscreen signs, and safety equipment and specification development. + To develop and manage all phases of the acquisition process in the most professional, effective and efficient manner while considering quality, economic, societal and environmental issues, so that the DNR achieves the highest value for its acquisitions. + Assist with and manage the general administration of the procurement program to ensure the operational policies, procedures and standards are provided to and understood by all DNR staff. + Perform other duties as directed by supervisor and are performed according to established policies and procedures. This position may be able to telework up to 50% of the time, which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement. This position may require reporting to the primary work location on an infrequent basis for meetings, trainings, onboarding, etc. **Minimum Qualifications** + Two (2) years of advanced technical procurement or accounting experience in a business or purchasing office environment. + A bachelor's degree in in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience. + Experience with an integrated accounting/procurement system sufficient to plan, develop, implement, and coordinate all phases of procurement purchasing commodities. + Experience with informal and formal competitive bidding to include creation of solicitation specifications, contract administration, and policy interpretation in a public sector or corporate setting. + Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records, and reports; locate errors; and recommend solutions to procedural or other fiscal problems. + Knowledge of the principles and practices of marketing, governmental purchasing, supply work, and of modern large-scale methods and procedures involving bidding, specifications, and complex administrative controls with the ability to read, comprehend and apply knowledge of laws, state statutes and policies, ordinances, rule, regulations, and procedures governing procurement. + Proficient in Microsoft Office with a demonstrated competency in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel. + Human relations and communications skills sufficient to establish and maintain a positive relationship with the vendor community and to communicate procurement laws, rules, policies, and procedures. + Organizational skills sufficient to determine priorities and ensure timely + Ability to read, analyze and interpret procurement terms and conditions, bid results, contract forms and legal documents related to contract and bid administration, such as bonding and insurance. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience working in a public environment, under tight deadlines, with minimal supervision. + Experience with administering a state or equivalent purchasing card program. + Experience with developing and providing training to employees on the purchasing and purchasing card process, procedures, and polices. + Governmental purchasing experience including knowledge and application of procurement laws and policies. + Experience with large construction, commodity, or general services procurement. + Ability to function effectively in high pressure situations and deliver superior customer service, both internally and externally. + Ability to utilize critical thinking skills and analyze complex information and issues. + Experience with State-Wide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT). + Office of State Procurement Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) certification at the $25,000 level. **Additional Requirements** No driving duties are required. This position must possess (and maintain) $25,000 Purchasing Certification authority from the Department of Administration. Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status). It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: • Conflict of Interest Review • Criminal History Check • Education Verification • Employment Reference / Records Check • License / Certification Verification AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. 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