Buyer (Purchasing Department) - In-House ONLY - Only current classified permanent employees of MVUSD may apply - (Murrieta Valley Unified School District Substitutes are not eligible to apply at this time.) at Murrieta Valley Unified School District
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
Welcome to the Murrieta Valley Unified School District, a 2018 California Exemplary School District! Thank you for your interest in joining MVUSD, a student-centered district of choice in south Riverside County. We proudly educate over 21,000 students from preschool through high school with rigorous academic programs designed to help every student succeed. We inspire students to participate in our highly acclaimed visual and performing arts programs, championship athletic programs and nationally recognized student activity programs. Highly qualified teachers and staff provide a world-class education that integrates academic and vocational skills and prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of a competitive global society. The district also offers adult and community education, early childhood education, child care and a parent center. MVUSD strives to recruit and retain the very best candidates who will inspire every student to think, to learn, to achieve, to care.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The goal of this position is to acquire the necessary resources to support District operations which include performing complex technical and analytical duties related to the purchase of material, equipment, supplies, professional services and contracts for the District while assuring the District revenue is accurately and effectively utilized; provide instruction and guidance on order processing; ensure audit trail and reference documentation of purchases; and ensure compliance with related contract bidding regulations.
Requirements / Qualifications
A complete EDJOIN online application is required. Your resume does not take the place of the completed application. An incomplete application may disqualify your application. Professional References must be an evaluating administrator. IMPORTANT: Please read entire Job Description including all Qualifications, Essential and Other Functions, Special Requirements, Physical Abilities, and Terms of Employment prior to applying for this position. Please attach the following documents to your application: 1. Resume (The Resume does not take the place of a completed application.) 2. Current K-4 printout from DMV (driving record) 3. College transcripts showing college-level courses in budgets, principles of accounting and purchasing. **At the close of posting, qualified applicants will be emailed an invitation to test along with testing date, time, and location. Please watch your emails and Edjoin account for correspondence.
Training and Experience: 1.Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, including or supplemented by college-level course in budgets, principles of accounting and purchasing. 2.Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in financial record-keeping or purchasing preferably within a school district or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities may be considered. 3.Has working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software related to position. 4.A work history demonstrating dependability and reliability. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 1.Possession and maintenance of a valid and appropriate state of California driver’s license; have an acceptable driving record and be insurable at standard rates by District’s insurance carrier and maintain such insurability during the course of employment. 2.Must use safety equipment and safety devices designated for this position.
- DMV Printout (Current K4 print out. You can obtain this by visiting: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/request-vehicle-or-driver-records/online-driver-record-request/)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
A complete EDJOIN online application is required. Your resume does not take the place of the completed application. An incomplete application may disqualify your application. Professional References must be an evaluating administrator. IMPORTANT: Please read entire Job Description including all Qualifications, Essential and Other Functions, Special Requirements, Physical Abilities, and Terms of Employment prior to applying for this position. Please attach the following documents to your application: 1. Resume (The Resume does not take the place of a completed application.) 2. Current K-4 printout from DMV (driving record) 3. College transcripts showing college-level courses in budgets, principles of accounting and purchasing. **At the close of posting, qualified applicants will be emailed an invitation to test along with testing date, time, and location. Please watch your emails and Edjoin account for correspondence.
Training and Experience: 1.Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, including or supplemented by college-level course in budgets, principles of accounting and purchasing. 2.Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in financial record-keeping or purchasing preferably within a school district or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities may be considered. 3.Has working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software related to position. 4.A work history demonstrating dependability and reliability. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 1.Possession and maintenance of a valid and appropriate state of California driver’s license; have an acceptable driving record and be insurable at standard rates by District’s insurance carrier and maintain such insurability during the course of employment. 2.Must use safety equipment and safety devices designated for this position.
- DMV Printout (Current K4 print out. You can obtain this by visiting: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/request-vehicle-or-driver-records/online-driver-record-request/)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
All documents must be uploaded into your application.
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Comments and Other Information
All documents must be uploaded into your application.
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Application Deadline
2/19/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/12/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Classified Salary Schedule, Range 42: $5,470.68 - $6,649.63 (7% Promotion Rate Policy will determine your placement/step.)
Length of Work Year
8 hours, 12 Months, 244 Duty Calendar Days
Employment Type
Full Time
TTS
2/402/003
Location
District Support Center - Business Service Dept./Purchasing
Hours
7:30 am-4:30 pm (One-hour unpaid lunch)
Test Date & Information
2/27/2026 *Tests are given by invitation only. After the closing date of post, qualified applicants will be emailed an invitation to test, along with testing time and location. *Qualified applicants invited to test will be allowed a maximum of one (1) testing opportunity per position posting cycle. Applicants who fail to earn a passing test score will be removed as a potential candidate. * Please monitor your email for correspondence
Testing Requirements
Buyer Test
Anticipated Interview Date
2/27/26 *Information regarding interview selection and invitation is sent through email.
Position Highlights
This position includes paid Holidays annually, Sick and Vacation Pay, Retirement through the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS), Comprehensive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, (and access to Tax Sheltered Annuity in addition to CalPERS.