This is standardized detailed work in the procurement of materials, equipment and supplies for a local governmental agency.

Jurisdictions	Yearly Salary	Starting Salary
Mobile County	$46,918 - $75,006	$46,918
City of Mobile	$42,579 - $68,070	$42,579
Mobile Area Water and Sewer System	$45,775 - $73,178	$45,775
Mobile County Health Department	$43,569 - $69,652	$43,569
Mobile Housing Authority	$45,775 - $73,178	$45,775

Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, supplemented by college level courses in business administration, accounting, purchasing or related subjects and a minimum of one year purchasing experience; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Special Requirement
May be required to possess a valid driver's license from state of residence.For details, please see Class Specifications | BUYER I | Class Spec Details All applications should be submitted online through the Mobile Civil Service Job Opportunities page. Paper notifications are not available; therefore, “email” should be selected. Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Civil Service System employment, and all applications are reviewed with this in mind.

If needed, computers are available in our office at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, AL. Our office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, except for holidays.

Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination.

A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile Civil Service at 251-470-7727.

Adam Bourne, Civil Service Director
The agencies we serve are equal opportunity employers