DWM Inventory Specialist (Asset Management)

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is hiring an Inventory Specialist to assist with warehouse inventory, safeguarding merchandise, and maintaining records. The role involves counting stock, performing periodic inventories, and generating reports for the Inventory Manager.

The candidate will work under the DWM Asset Accountability Management Director, with flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed. Strong math skills, basic computer literacy, and English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills and math proficiency.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Counts all warehouse inventory and supplies.
• Inventory all merchandise on a periodic basis.
• Maintain computerized and manual files for tracking inventory.
• Report discrepancies to the inventory manager.
• Operate inventory equipment and software.
• Identify expired or defective merchandise.
• Suggest ideas to reduce shrink and discrepancies.
• Record inventory data using software and manuals.
• Assist in warehouse organization and daily operations.
• Process daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports.
• Be flexible to work beyond normal hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Quick learning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Posting expires: October 25, 2026

Salary range: $37,856 - $49,213

General Description and Classification Standards

The Inventory Specialist assists the supervisor with the inventory, accountability, storage, and safeguard of warehouse merchandise for the City of Atlanta; maintains records of all inventory and produces inventory reports for the Inventory Manager.

Supervision Received

This position will work under the direct supervision of the City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management (DWM) Asset Accountability Management Director. Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively with a team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

• Counts all warehouse inventory and supplies.
• Inventory all merchandise on a periodic basis.
• Maintain computerized and manual files for tracking inventory.
• Reports on all discrepancies to the inventory manager.
• Operate electronic and other equipment needed to carry out job functions and responsibilities.
• Locates and removes expired or defective merchandise from the inventory.
• Works with the warehouse manager to brainstorm ways to reduce inventory discrepancy and possible theft or “shrink.”
• Uses computerized inventory software to record, track, and maintain all inventory-related data.
• Assists employees in the warehouse when necessary.
• Assists in the organization of the warehouse.
• Processes daily, weekly, and monthly reports of inventory statistics.
• Must be flexible to work beyond normal work hours and work week.
• Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment as assigned by the supervisor.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

This is a partial list of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• In addition to the minimum qualifications above, the ideal candidate would also possess some or all of the following experience or qualifications:
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Flexibility to work on multiple inventory-related projects simultaneously
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate well with others
• High degree of professionalism
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Critical thinking and attention to detail
• Must have skills in the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Intermediate or Advanced.
• Be able to pass an extensive background check due to the equipment being processed and handled.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have obtained a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma
• Possess Basic Computer skills
• Must be proficient in basic mathematics.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Must be able to lift seventy (70) pounds.
• Must have prior warehouse experience
• Physical and electronic inventory reporting experience
• Document filing experience - Shelf stocking experience
• Have shipping and receiving experience

Work Environment

• Warehouse environments can range from temperature-controlled to, at times, dusty, noisy, unpleasant odors, or having, occasionally, extreme temperatures.
• Involves, for the most part, indoor manual labor with significant physical demands such as lifting and standing for long periods. Some forklift and/or pallet jack use.

Lifting Requirements

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.