Special Program Aid (Inventory Clerk)

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, TX seeks a Special Program Aid (Inventory Clerk) to manage inventory for the Health Science Division building and lab equipment. Responsibilities include receiving, recording, tagging, delivering, and disposing of items in line with retention policies.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience, with 19 hours per week and on-campus face-to-face duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of related experience.
• Not currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Texas A&M International University.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing inventory transaction database system by receiving, tagging, and recording inventory.
• Assist in daily cycle counting procedures to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate annual physical inventories and reconcile discrepancies.
• Analyze obsolete inventory, assess risks, and communicate trends.
• Report stolen or missing equipment per policies and procedures.
• Conduct periodic internal inventory audits and coordinate equipment procurement and inventory control.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Title: Special Program Aid (Inventory Clerk)

Agency: Texas A&M International University Department College Of Nursing & Health Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary: $17.00 hourly

Job Location: Laredo, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Summary

The Special Program Aid, under supervision, will be responsible for the inventory in the Health Science Division building and laboratory equipment physical inventory ensuring that inventory is properly received, recorded, tagged, delivered, closely monitored, and disposed of in accordance with retention policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in management, review, and hosting inventory transaction database system through receiving, affixing, and recording inventory tags.
• Assists in development and conducting of daily cycle counting procedures to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Coordinates annual physical inventories.
• Analyzes obsolete inventory, calculates inventory risks, and communicates trends.
• Reports stolen or missing equipment in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Conducts periodic internal inventory audits.
• Coordinates equipment procurement and inventory control.
• Reconciles discrepancies in inventory and receives quantities from stores and vendors.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education – High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience – One year of related experience.
• May not be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at Texas A&M International University.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of: Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to: Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• General office environment

Other Requirements

• Position requires keeping a work schedule of 19 hours per week.
• Position requires face-to-face interactions on campus.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
• Position may require moving and lifting moderately objects and materials, as necessary.
• Subject to funding and/or need.

Pay

Pay of Rate: $17.00 per hour for up 19 hours weekly

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community.

TAMIU provides over 9000 students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs, built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees in International Business and Criminal Justice. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines. TAMIU prepares students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, TAMIU improves the quality of lives for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities. Texas A&M International University is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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