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Mayor Coble to Speak at Greater Columbia Community Relations Council 46th Annual Luncheon
The Greater Columbia Community Relations Council (CRC) will hold its 46th Annual Luncheon on Thursday, March 25, 2010 from 12:30p.m. to 2:00p.m. at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street. Mayor Bob Coble will be the keynote speaker at the luncheon. Tickets for this event are available to the public at the cost of $35 per person and must be purchased in advance by contacting the CRC office at 803.733.1130.

The City of Columbia is now accepting grant applications for the 2010-2011 year for Hospitality Tax, Accommodations Tax, and Community Promotions Funding.


City Stimulus Update
Click here to view information regarding the use of Federal stimulus funds for the City of Columbia.

City Newsroom
Mar 01-26, 2010
Bridge Closure and Repair Notification

Mar 25, 2010
12:30 pm - 02:00 pm

Mayor Bob Coble to Speak at Greater Columbia Community Relations Council 46th Annual Luncheon

Mar 25, 2010
06:00 pm - 08:00 pm

Columbia Council of Neighborhoods Mayoral Forum

 
 
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Job Title: BUYER (PURCHASING)
Pay: $30,461/ANNUAL
Nature of Work
The purpose of this position is to perform routine-to-moderately complex technical work in the procurement of equipment, supplies and services for the City of Columbia, and to perform other work as necessary in support of effective and efficient department operations.
 
Qualifications:
Graduation from high school, vocational school, or GED supplemented by one (1) year of college education in accounting, procurement, business, closely related field with two (2) years of work experience in purchasing, inventory control or accounting; or, any equivalent combination of related education, training and experience.
 
Special Requirements:
TYPING TEST REQUIRED. Selected applicant must be able to type 30 CWPM. Must possess and maintain a valid SC Class "D" Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record. Must have knowledge of personal computer equipment with skill in the use of Microsoft Office preferred, utilizing Outlook, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software programs. Preference may be given to applicants who possess and maintain or are able to obtain CPPB (Certified Professional Public Buyer) Certification within one (1) year from date of hire or promotion.