StoreKeeper

South Dakota Board of Regents; Brookings (SD); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dakota State University (SDSU) is seeking a Storekeeper to manage all incoming and outgoing U.S. and campus mail, deliver mail and parcels, and oversee central warehouse activities in Brookings, SD.

Responsibilities include USPS compliance, mail flow management, and support for mail-related accounts payable. Qualifications include general mail room knowledge, shipping/receiving know‑how, inventory procedures, and basic computer skills. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general mail room operations
• Knowledge of shipping/receiving processes
• Knowledge of warehouse/inventory procedures
• Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Ensure mailing and shipping operations are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain compliance with USPS regulations, including permit management.
• Oversee flow of USPS and campus mail to meet daily deadlines.
• Protect mailing permits and reduced-postage eligibility by adhering to postal requirements.
• Process and handle confidential HR documents and sensitive materials with discretion.
• Assist students, departments in locating and resolving missing or delayed packages.
• Support mail-related accounts payable and billing processes

Skills

General Mail Room Knowledge

General Shipping/Receiving Knowledge

General warehouse/supply room and库存

Basic computer skills

Job description

Department SDSU-Facilities & Services-Customer Service Ctr

Physical Location of Position (City)

Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings

Posting Text

South Dakota State University ( SDSU ) is searching for a Storekeeper who will be responsible for processing all incoming and outgoing U.S. and campus mail, as well as delivering mail, packages, and warehouse materials across campus. Manages all shipping and receiving activities for items entering and leaving the central warehouse. Supports mail-related accounts payable functions and assists with the operations of multiple in‑house shop inventories. Provides courteous and efficient customer service to faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors. This position is located in Brookings, SD

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure all Facilities & Services mailing and shipping operations are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Maintain full compliance with federal USPS regulations, including permit management and proper handling of all outgoing mailings.
• Oversee and manage the flow of USPS and campus mail to ensure daily deadlines are consistently met.
• Protect SDSU’s mailing permits and reduced‑postage eligibility by adhering to all postal requirements and preventing violations that could result in fines or loss of the 57007 ZIP code.
• Process and handle suspicious mail, confidential HR documents, and sensitive Residential Life materials with discretion and security.
• Assist students, parents, and campus departments in locating and resolving issues with missing or delayed packages.
• Support mail‑related accounts payable functions and billing processes

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• General Mail Room Knowledge
• General Shipping/Receiving Knowledge
• General warehouse/supply room and inventory procedures
• Basic computer skills

Skill & Ability to

• Communicate concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Work within time constraints and with unpredictable workload
• Work in all weather conditions
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Prioritize work assignments

Required License

• Valid Driver’s License

Advertised Salary

Advertised Salary starting at $16.68 an hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term

Duration of the Term 12 months

Appointment Percent

Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours

Hours will vary between 7 am am to 5 pm due to break coverage

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Regular

Scope of Search

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

This position requires Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail] . Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU , Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.

If other protection is used please identify

Physical Requirements

Please designate the physical requirements of this position

Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Lifting heavy, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected

Assisting with lifting of heavier mail and campus freight. Required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Atmospheric Contaminants (includes odors & fumes), Changes of Temperature, Chemical Hazards, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in narrow aisles/passageways, Work Overhead, Working Around Machinery

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Exposure to all types of extreme weather conditions (cold, hot, windy, low visibility)

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below), Outdoors Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Warehouse and mail center

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Reference List

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affrimative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non‑discrimination and Affine Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455