Specialist - Purchasing Card (P-Card)

Reports To: Director of Purchasing

Duty Days: 238 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: B03

Date Revised: 11/25

Qualifications:

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• TASBO Certification (preferred)
• Certified Purchasing Card Professional (CPCP) (preferred)
• High school diploma or GED Equivalent

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Very detailed and able to maintain technical, administrative, and compliance aspects of the Purchasing Card and Travel Card programs.
• Knowledge of Texas school district/municipal purchasing laws, rules and
• Knowledge of and skill in applying advanced purchasing tools and
• Must be able to articulate information independently and properly manage periods of high stress, required.
• Professional demeanor, personal integrity, self-starter and the ability to work with complex issues in a confidential and fast paced work environment, required.
• Possess strong communication skills with the ability to maintain effective working relations with internal customers and vendor community.
• Ability to maintain accurate, confidential, and auditable
• Advanced skills and experience in effectively operating Zoom and Windows applications including word processing (Microsoft Word), spreadsheets (Excel),

Primary Purpose:

Implement, manage, and maintain the Purchasing and Travel Card Programs for Katy ISD. Ensure the programs support district-wide operational efficiency, financial accountability, and compliance with applicable regulations. Perform purchasing and accounting functions for the purchasing department to ensure compliance with local Board Policies, regulations and all applicable state, federal and local government auditing principles.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Equipment Used:

Personal computer, printer, copier, scanner and calculator

Working Conditions:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; prolonged hours in front of computer. Moderate lifting, carrying, and pulling may be required.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.