Inventory Control Specialist I

City of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Inventory Control Specialist I in the Fire Department. This role supports receiving, storing, organizing, and issuing materials and supplies, helping ensure resources are available when needed.

Typical duties include inventory checks, stock updates, equipment handling, and processing of returns, with emphasis on safety and efficient stockroom operations.

Qualifications

• Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).
• Six (6) months of experience in stores or warehouse work.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class “C” Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Receive, accept, and unpack incoming materials and supplies; move and organize current inventory to make room for new arrivals; monitor placement and organization to ensure all equipment is available and ready for issuance.
• Assign stock numbers to incoming supplies and place items in assigned location.
• Issue materials and supplies as requested and keep appropriate records; ensure the appropriate personnel are given equipment and materials in a timely manner.
• Operate forklift, crane, and other stockroom equipment; order fluids, oils, lubricants for heavy equipment used in the Department.

Education

High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED)

Job description

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Inventory Control Specialist I to fill one (1) vacancy in the Fire Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The Inventory Control Specialist I performs both manual and administrative support tasks in the receiving, storing, organizing, and issuing of a variety of materials and supplies.

When assigned to the Fire Department, the Inventory Control Specialist I coordinates logistical support for departmental operations, including receiving, storing, tracking, distributing, and delivering equipment, supplies, uniforms, and other operational materials. The position supports inventory readiness and works with Fire Department personnel to ensure resources are available when needed.

Inventory Control Specialist I:

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Receive, accept, and unpack incoming materials and supplies; move and organize current inventory to make room for new arrivals; monitor placement and organization to ensure all equipment is available and ready for issuance.
• Check delivery receipts with purchase order, review order details, and evaluate order with quote requests from vendors; perform basic mathematical calculations to ensure the correct items have been received.
• Check items for soundness and condition; note and report equipment, materials, or supplies that have arrived defective or not working.
• Assign stock numbers to incoming supplies and materials and place items in assigned location.
• Issue materials and supplies as requested and keep appropriate records; ensure the appropriate personnel are given equipment and materials in a timely manner.
• Receive returned items; document reason for return and make the appropriate decisions regarding handling of returned items.
• Count stock items in filling requests.
• Operate forklift, crane, and other stockroom equipment; adhere and comply with safety and general operational standards; order all of the fluids, oils, lubricating, Hydraulic, transmission, and antifreeze for heavy equipment used in the Department.
• Assist in maintaining stock records; perform routine clerical tasks and administrative support for the care and keeping of inventory; assist and support in periodic inventories and stockroom evaluations; ensure the effective and efficient storage and usage of inventory for the department.
• Operate a vehicle in the pick-up and delivery of supplies and materials.
• Perform general clean-up of storage facilities; monitor and maintain storeroom to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Recruitment Guidelines:

Inventory Control Specialist I:
Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED)
Experience: Six (6) months of experience in stores or warehouse work

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid, appropriate California Class “C” Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

• Completed Employment Application
• Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
2. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.
   

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.