PURCHASING AGENT I - 64006637 1
State of Florida, Melbourne, FL, United States
Requisition No: 871988
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: PURCHASING AGENT I - 64006637 1
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64006637
Salary: $1336.92 Bi-Weekly
Posting Closing Date: 03/20/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool Your Specific Responsibilities
Process purchase orders in My Florida Marketplace (MFMP).
Purchase products online or at local stores.
Process p‑card charges in WORKS.
Pull and process vaccines and state pharmacy dry goods.
Deliver supplies to clinics each week.
Receive supplies and equipment in the warehouse using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and walk‑behind forklifts.
Order, receive, and disburse vaccines and monitor refrigerators and freezers.
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Utilizes Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook; can lift up to 50 lbs; valid driver’s license; ability to drive trucks or SUVs.
Qualifications Minimum
– Knowledge of Microsoft suites, use of hand trucks or pallet jacks, valid driver’s license, ability to drive trucks or SUVs, can lift up to 50 lbs.
Preferred
– Online purchasing, experience using credit cards in a business setting, knowledge of basic medical terminology.
Mission Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values
I – Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C – Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A – Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R – Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E – Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work 2555 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL 32940.
The Benefits Of Working For The State Of Florida
Annual and Sick Leave benefits
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition waivers
And more!
For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com and for a complete list of benefits and monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Please Be Advised Your responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening, participation in direct deposit, and submission of a Social Security Number (SSN) for background checks. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety‑sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information visit sss.gov.
Retirees of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) should check with FRS regarding the impact of re‑employment on current benefits.
The successful candidate will complete Form I‑9 and verify employment eligibility through the E‑Verify system.
Incumbents may perform emergency duty before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require proficiency in oral and written English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority or the People First Service Center (1‑877‑562‑7287) in advance.
The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing as required by law.
Florida is the third largest population of veterans in the nation. The Department of Health welcomes veterans and supports them through the VALOR program, which expedites licensing and may waive application fees for veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of honorable discharge.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE Eligible candidates will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission (e.g., DD Form 214). Documentation requirements can be found by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: PURCHASING AGENT I - 64006637 1
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64006637
Salary: $1336.92 Bi-Weekly
Posting Closing Date: 03/20/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool Your Specific Responsibilities
Process purchase orders in My Florida Marketplace (MFMP).
Purchase products online or at local stores.
Process p‑card charges in WORKS.
Pull and process vaccines and state pharmacy dry goods.
Deliver supplies to clinics each week.
Receive supplies and equipment in the warehouse using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and walk‑behind forklifts.
Order, receive, and disburse vaccines and monitor refrigerators and freezers.
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Utilizes Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook; can lift up to 50 lbs; valid driver’s license; ability to drive trucks or SUVs.
Qualifications Minimum
– Knowledge of Microsoft suites, use of hand trucks or pallet jacks, valid driver’s license, ability to drive trucks or SUVs, can lift up to 50 lbs.
Preferred
– Online purchasing, experience using credit cards in a business setting, knowledge of basic medical terminology.
Mission Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values
I – Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C – Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A – Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R – Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E – Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work 2555 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL 32940.
The Benefits Of Working For The State Of Florida
Annual and Sick Leave benefits
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition waivers
And more!
For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com and for a complete list of benefits and monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Please Be Advised Your responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening, participation in direct deposit, and submission of a Social Security Number (SSN) for background checks. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety‑sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information visit sss.gov.
Retirees of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) should check with FRS regarding the impact of re‑employment on current benefits.
The successful candidate will complete Form I‑9 and verify employment eligibility through the E‑Verify system.
Incumbents may perform emergency duty before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require proficiency in oral and written English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority or the People First Service Center (1‑877‑562‑7287) in advance.
The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing as required by law.
Florida is the third largest population of veterans in the nation. The Department of Health welcomes veterans and supports them through the VALOR program, which expedites licensing and may waive application fees for veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of honorable discharge.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE Eligible candidates will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission (e.g., DD Form 214). Documentation requirements can be found by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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