Position Overview:
This position facilitates efficient procurement processes, assisting in documentation, vendor communications, and ensuring compliance with institutional purchasing policies and procedures.
Duties may include:
- Assist in the preparation and processing of purchase orders
- Collaborate with departments to clarify requisition details, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely order placement
- Maintain organized and up-to-date procurement records
- Assist in monitoring inventory levels and stock availability
- Prepare reports and summaries of procurement activities and spending
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Experience in an office environment working as a part of a team
- Experience with modern computer technology, including common devices, common software applications, Windows and MacOS operating systems
Required Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other:
Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university vehicles
Additional Preferred:
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in an information technology/business field with a preference for a Bachelor’s
- Experience in technology support
- Experience in IT/business consulting or advanced experience in customer service
- Knowledge of purchasing, inventory management/distribution and/or enterprise desktop management
- Experience in customer service
- Demonstrated skills in listening/reading for understanding, professionalism, collaboration, advocacy, objectivity, diligence, and flexibility
- Experience utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Experience in communicating verbally and in writing
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Ability to:
- Frequently lift, carry and/or otherwise move information technology equipment weighing up to 50 pounds indoors and outdoors
- Move between buildings
- Climb stairs and ladders
- Crawl or maneuver in confined spaces
Degree Requirement:
N/A: No degree requirement
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Employee Category:
Classified
Pay Range:
$20.00 per hour or higher commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment:
Fiscal Year
FTE:
1
Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy:
No
Posting Date:
05/05/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This posting will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates has been identified. Applications received on or before May 25, 2026, will receive first consideration.
Applicant Resources:
https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51479
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
