Job Abstract

THE VACANCY:
This recruitment is open and promotional, meaning all are welcome to apply and current employees in permanent positions are eligible to receive seniority credit and promotional placement once passing all exams.

There is currently one vacancy the Purchasing and Warehouse Department working 5 days per week ( 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.), 12 months per year.

Please apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nmusd.

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, lead and participate in the receiving, storing and issuing of District supplies and equipment; maintain automated receiving and inventory control records and prepare related reports for schools and departments; serve as a lead over an assigned warehouse function; train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and four years of responsible warehouse work, involving receipt, storage and issuance of supplies and equipment.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California driver's license.
Valid forklift certification.

Exam Weight:
Supplemental Questions: Qualifying
Written Examination: 50%
Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 50%

The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying.

An eligibility list will be established for successful candidates which will be used to fill open positions during the life of the list.

Examinations and interviews held to create the eligible list will be conducted virtually, using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.

The virtual written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of July 8th. All who are successful with the written exam will be invited to the virtual qualifications appraisal interview which is tentatively scheduled for the week of July 22nd. You will be contacted via email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of this recruitment.

Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements. However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.

If you elect to have Newport-Mesa Unified School District (hereafter, 'District') contact you via email regarding your application and the hiring process, please be aware that the District is not responsible for any contacts you may have blocked on your email service. Unclaimed emails to applicants are not the responsibility of the District. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can try to add the domain @nmusd.us and @governmentjobs.com to your safe senders list.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Lead and participate in the receiving, storing and issuing of District supplies and equipment; receive shipments from vendors; inspect shipments received for damages and proper count; match packing slips, bills of lading against items received and the purchase order; process clearance for payment; record deviation from purchase order; oversee and participate in the stocking of products.

Rotate perishable and nonperishable inventory as needed; assure food shipments are not spoiled or damaged.

Fill requisitions; prepare items or supplies for transportation according to established procedures; transport materials as needed to various District locations as needed.

Train and provide work direction to assigned staff; prioritize work assignments.

Answer telephones; greet and assist visitors; provide information and data concerning Warehouse requisitions, purchase orders, stock on hand, back orders and shipment discrepancies, damage or storage.

Load and unload delivery vehicles as needed.

Establish and maintain warehouse and distribution control records.

Operate a District vehicle and a variety of warehouse equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies and postage meters; operate and maintain freezers and refrigerators.

Maintain and assemble a wide variety of assigned equipment; communicate with outside vendors regarding equipment repairs; maintain related records.

Participate in annual and periodic inventories of warehouse items; reconcile vendor returns and credit memos.

Plan storage locations and utilize space efficiently.

Maintain the warehouse in a clean and orderly condition; maintain correct temperature conditions for food storage in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.

Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to warehouse operations as assigned; generate monthly postage report for operating site billing.

Order products utilizing an on-line computer system or over the phone; research specialty items for District events; arrange for deliveries of products and equipment for special events.

Communicate with school and District personnel regarding the pickup and delivery of orders; communicate with vendors regarding pricing and status of orders.

Assist in the preparation of information utilized in updating and revising warehouse catalogs.

OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Warehouse operations, procedures, equipment and terminology.
Shipping and receiving procedures for the District and outside freight carriers.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Proper loading and unloading of trucks.
Space utilization and inventory techniques.
Proper operation of warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks and pallet jacks.
Health and safety regulations.
Food service goods, materials, supplies and equipment.
Principles of food safety and sanitation.
Proper methods of food storage.
Basic math.
District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Traffic laws, defensive driving techniques and rules of the road.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Principles of training and providing work direction to others.
Oral and written communication skills.
Current USPS mailing regulations and pricing.

ABILITY TO:
Receive, store, ship and deliver materials, supplies and equipment to various locations.
Operate forklift, pallet jack and other equipment utilized in the warehouse.
Utilize space efficiently and effectively.
Take inventory and maintain accurate control systems.
Establish effective store-keeping procedures.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Prioritize and schedule work.
Train and provide work direction to others.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Warehouse and outside environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Fumes from vehicle and equipment operation.
Constant interruptions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling heavy objects.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer and various warehouse equipment.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Bending at the waist, kneeling and crouching.
Heavy physical labor.
Seeing to read a variety of documents.
Climbing ladders to reach supplies and equipment.

HAZARDS:
Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
Working at heights.

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