Inventory and Store Specialist IV - Beeville Distribution Center (610659)

JOB SUMMARY

Performs advanced inventory work. Work involves coordinating store and warehouse operations;
displaying and selling merchandise; ensuring compliance with established security requirements,
loss prevention controls, and procedures; and supervising the work of others. Works under limited
supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Oversees and provides assistance to customers in finding products and making selections of
agency stock and merchandise; develops and implements inventory control operations
guidelines, policies, and procedures; and ensures an efficient system of property management
and control and recommends improvements.

B. Oversees the receipt, warehousing, and distribution of products; reviews and approves requests
for replenishing supplies and merchandise; prepares shipping and receiving documents;
coordinates equipment maintenance and warehouse operations; and provides training and
technical assistance on handling stock, record keeping, warehouse operations, and applicable
policies and procedures.

C. Prepares and reviews reports on warehouse operations, inventories, and stock levels;
coordinates, schedules, and conducts inventory of stock and merchandise; and prepares and
reviews inventory control records and reports.

D. Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations;
performs various correctional and custodial support functions; and assists in maintaining
security of assigned inmates.

E. Supervises the work of employees and inmates.

• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education, Experience, and Training

1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by
the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department
of Education (USDE). Major course work in Business Administration, Criminal Justice,
Accounting, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below in
excess of the required three years may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an
accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis.

2. Three years full-time, wage-earning warehouse operations or inventory management
experience.

3. Two years full-time, wage-earning experience in the supervision of employees or inmates.

4. Correctional custody or law enforcement experience preferred.

B. Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory management practices and procedures.

2. Knowledge of automated purchasing and accounting systems and procedures.

3. Knowledge of inventory and stock control record keeping methods and procedures.

4. Knowledge of state laws, rules, regulations, and statutes governing state purchasing and
distribution preferred.

5. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures,
rules, and regulations preferred.

6. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

7. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the
public.

8. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

9. Skill in problem-solving techniques.

10. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.

11. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

12. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network
environment.

13. Skill to supervise the work of others.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull,
bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read,
speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 45 lbs. and over, perceive depth, operate a motor
vehicle, and operate motor equipment.

B. Conditions include working inside and outside, working around machines with moving parts and
moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone,
working protracted or irregular hours, excessive heat, cold, and humidity, working on ladders or
scaffolding, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.

C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include
computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, various warehouse
equipment, telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. *

Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Shelbie Morrow
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza, STE 600
Huntsville, TX 77340
PH (936) 437-4106
EMAIL hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

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The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the
provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different
position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of
applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.