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The City of Houston SENIOR INVENTORY MANAGEMENT CLERK in Houston, Texas
SENIOR INVENTORY MANAGEMENT CLERK
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SENIOR INVENTORY MANAGEMENT CLERK
Salary
$36,518.56 - $40,435.20 Annually
Location
1205 Dart
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
35130
Department
Houston Fire Department
Opening Date
10/04/2024
Closing Date
10/18/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DEPARTMENT: Fire
DIVISION: HFD Warehouse Operations
SECTION: HFD Procurement. Warehouse Management
REPORTING LOCATION: 1205 Dart S t
WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY – FRIDAY 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM*
*Subject to Change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responsible for managing vital Fire Fighting and EMS, Personal Protection Equipment, and Station supplies as required by HFD. Responsibilities include the requisition, receiving, and storage of all PPE and supplies. The new employee must be able to work closely with SPD (Purchasing) in coordinating the procurement of hard-to-find materials. At times, this position requires an ability to work separately from the other members of the distribution team. This is a crucial position in the chain of care for the citizens of Houston.
Primary Responsibilities
The preferred candidate will have some working knowledge of SAP or other inventory management system.
Able to manage an automated order system to ensure there are an adequate number of supplies in a very restrictive space.
Able to manage the storage of EMS material within a warehouse racking system.
Will be responsible for partnering with the receiving clerk to ensure that physical items entering the Distribution Center match the SAP documentation perfectly.
Makes proper notations for precise documentation of all transactions.
May be required to be on duty during emergencies or large events such as hurricanes, flooding, or special events such as the Super Bowl at the discretion of HFD management.
Maintains storerooms, warehouses, and storage areas in a clean, orderly, safe and secure condition. Ensures safety and security of materials, supplies, and property.
Participates in Inventory recovery ensuring the security of materials, supplies and property.
General warehouse duties such as, but not limited to pulling, sorting and packing items for transfer, distribution and/or delivery to HFD locations.
Assumes other duties as assigned by
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires lifting heavy items of up to 75 pounds and/or walking on rough surfaces routinely,. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heart, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED. May require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two years of inventory control, materials management, or record keeping experience is required. May require experience in operating a forklift and other motorized or non-motorized materials handling equipment.
MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
*Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range is:
Salary Range – Pay Grade 09
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .
To view your detailed application status, please log in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-394-6903.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-394-6903. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verifications of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy .
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.
Benefits include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
02
What is the highest level of education you have obtained?
Less than a High School Diploma/GED
High School Diploma/GED
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree or higher
03
How many years of VERIFIABLE experience do you have in the following functions of inventory control, materials management, record keeping, storage, and distribution?
Less than 2 years
2- 4 years of experience
4 years or more
04
Do you have a valid Texas driver's license?
Yes
No
05
Which of the following best describe your skill level utilizing SAP warehouse module? (Please select one only)
Beginner (Data Entry)
Intermediate (Reports)
Advanced (Queries)
None
06
Describe your experience receiving, storing, issuing, and inventorying supplies and materials in a warehouse environment. If no experience, indicate N/ A
07
How much experience do you have as a professional delivery driver?
1 year, but less than 3 years
3 years, but less than five years
5 years or more
08
What would best describe your proficiency in MS Excel?
No experience
Beginner MS Excel: open files and use page setup, enter, correct and save data, use the menu commands, format cells, rows, and columns, understand navigation and movement techniques, use simple arithmetic functions in the formulas, access help, modify a database and insert data from another application, print worksheets and workbooks.
Intermediate MS Excel: create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheet and charts, filter data and manage a filtered list, perform considerations, use mathematical, logical, statistical and financial functions, group and dissociate data and perform interactive analysis, create and modify some Macro commands.
Customize the work area, use advanced functions (names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS), work with Pivot Tables, spreadsheet Web components, manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, medication, interruption, use personalized toolbars, perform some programming in VBA.
09
Are you a current or former City of Houston employee?
Yes
No
10
Are you able to work outside in all types of weather?
Yes
No
Required Question