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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Surplus Property Agent - Law Programs in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4481988 THE POSITION If you have sales and marketing experience, enjoy varied work assignments, can work independently, and have a passion for helping others, this position may be for you. The right individual, adept with attention to detail and inventory management, should find this position challenging and rewarding. Apply today to support your local community, government, and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in the Federal Surplus Property Division. Incumbent in this position is considered an Essential Employee.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Surplus Property Agent - Law Programs, you will be a central point of contact for, and develop active working relationships with, a variety of law enforcement agencies utilizing excess property, surplus property, and federal contracts to purchase new property.
You will directly assist the Division Chief for the Law Enforcement Property Programs. This position communicates with law enforcement agencies to identify their needs and perform liaison work with the federal General Services Administration (GSA) and the federal Department of Defense (DOD) to communicate those needs and facilitate the transfer of surplus property. Your research into GSA Supply Schedules and DOD contracts will help you delve into complex databases and determine "best value" purchasing for local law enforcement and eligible state agencies to get what they need to effectively serve our communities.
Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. This position requires frequent travel as part of the job duties. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three years of experience in marketing, distribution, purchasing, maintenance, supply or warehousing and inventory control of a wide variety of materials and equipment.
Special Requirement: Must possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension.
Additional Requirements: Minimum two years of experience operating a box truck, forklift, and pallet jack. Minimum three years of inventory management experience. Minimum two years of experience in sales and marketing. Minimum two years of experience using computer programs and databases. Ability to travel in and out of state and overnights. Must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Criteria: Experience researching data in websites. Experience working Law Enforcement Agencies.
How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.asp and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.