Storekeeper Senior

DHRM; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

DHRM seeks a Storekeeper Senior to oversee warehouse operations at Central State Hospital, Petersburg, VA. You will receive, inspect, store, issue and deliver supplies, ensuring accurate inventory control and safe material handling.

This role requires a Virginia driver’s license, forklift experience, and the ability to obtain forklift certification within 3 months. Prior warehouse or ERP system experience is preferred; a strong focus on compliance and efficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Current Virginia driver's license.
• Experience with computing and basic math.
• Experience in warehouse/storekeeping.
• Inventory control experience.
• Experience operating floor pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.
• Must obtain forklift certification within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• The Warehouse Specialist performs and coordinates all warehouse operations, including receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing, and delivering supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Ensures accurate inventory control, safe material handling, and timely distribution of goods to hospital departments.

Skills

Driver's license

Computing experience

Warehouse experience

Inventory control

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Title: Storekeeper Senior

State Role Title: 79132

Hiring Range: $31,579.00 - $48,725.00

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

***Any and all qualifications that you have must be represented in your application/resume as verifiable work experience.***

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277 bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027.

CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.

Job Duties:

The Warehouse Specialist performs and coordinates all warehouse operations for Central State Hospital, including receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing, and delivering supplies, equipment, and materials. The position ensures accurate inventory control, safe material handling, and timely distribution of goods to hospital departments while maintaining an organized, efficient, and safety-compliant work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current valid Virginia drivers license.
• Experience w/ computing, basic math.
• Experience working in a Warehouse/Storekeeping.
• Inventory Control Experience.
• Experience with operating mechanical equipment (i.e. floor pallet jacks, fork lifts, etc)
• Must obtain Forklift certification with in 3 months of employment

Additional Considerations

• Experience using warehouse management or ERP systems.
• Experience in hospital, institutional, or government warehouse operations preferred.
• Forklift certification.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific (\"barrier\") crimes or those with pending \"barrier\" charges.
Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.
Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.
Benefits: DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources Department

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 05 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time