Storekeeper II

Position Title:
Storekeeper II

Job Group:
Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:
• One year of work experience in storekeeping, accounting, business administration or job related work, or Any combination of such experience and post high school education that totals one year. • Possession of appropriate drivers license as required.

Preferred Qualifications:
ServSafe Certification
Supply Waste management experience
Experience handling inventory
Experience ordering food and supplies. 

Job Description:

Under general supervision, operates a small storeroom, or is in charge of one or more functions of a large storeroom operation. Provides functional supervision to storeroom personnel as required.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives, stores and issues equipment, materials, supplies, foodstuffs, etc., according to established methods.

• Stores special stock items requiring treatment which may deviate from established storekeeping methods in assigning space and identification.

• Issues items which require knowledge of specific areas of supply operation and good knowledge of stock characterized by susceptibility to spontaneous combustion, toxicity, fragility, rapid deterioration, contamination, ease of physical damage.

• Performs tasks independently in connection with checking and tallying special or technical items of supply.

• Verifies stock against shipping authorizations for agreement as to quantities, descriptions, sizes, conditions and conformance to purchase orders.

• Searches manufacturers’ catalogs, technical bulletins, nomenclature lists, etc. to identify special items; seeks advice of operating personnel to insure compliance with purchase orders for unusual orders.

• Applies storekeeping procedures and methods in arranging space, conducting inventory, estimating needs, and maintaining and preparing records and reports as directed.

• Makes minor adjustments or repairs to items carried in stock.

• Drives, loads, and unloads a delivery truck periodically.

• Assist faculty and staff in setting up and operating equipment for lectures, regular laboratory work, or special demonstrations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of storeroom methods and procedures.

• Knowledge of the characteristics, uses and proper handling/storage techniques of items supplied.

• Knowledge of proper lifting and bending techniques.

• Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to prepare and maintain stock records, reports, and inventories.

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic functions involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and constituents.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to provide functional supervision.

• Ability to work with computerized inventory control system.

*This position is a 12 month appointment. Working hours are Monday - Friday (or as needed per business needs) 4:30 am - 1:00 pm.

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
06

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:
February 20, 2024

Posting Close Date:
March 4, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14041