Temporary - Inventory Control Specialist II

Careers In Government; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Temporary - Inventory Control Specialist II

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus three (3) years of experience in a warehouse/inventory control related field.
• Education may substitute for experience up to the maximum of two (2) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License, if required for the position
• If required for the position, legally mandated training must be completed within 1 year of employment.

This position will support the City of Austin Public Works Department in the Financial Services Division. The person in this role will perform duties that will include: coordinating activities for workgroups access to materials, track and manage inventory, replenish inventory stock, enter purchase orders/over the counter documents, inventory audit/physical count, create inventory reports, make recommendations and assist with continuous process improvement initiatives for inventory.

Pay Range: $22.22 - $24.27 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (From 20 to 30 hours per week) *Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.

Job Close Date: 02/03/2025

Type of Posting: External

Department: Transportation & Public Works

Regular/Temporary: Temporary (No benefits)

Location: 8900 Cameron Road, Austin, TX, 78754

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in inventory management including accountability procedures, reporting/audit procedures, and inventory analysis.
• Experience communicating (both written and verbally) with all levels of staff, including executives.
• Experience working in an industrial warehouse environment.
• Experience operating equipment and vehicles such as forklift, and pallet jack.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Receives, ships and verifies items assuring items received are accurate; inspecting condition of items; performing operational checks on equipment in inventory, comparing count/measure of items to purchase orders and packing lists, resolving discrepancies, and tracking delayed orders.
• Documents goods/services purchased, received and/or issued by recording identifying information using the appropriate tracking method and providing status updates to stakeholders on variances.
• Prepares items for shipment to ensure safe delivery and determines most economical and efficient shipping method.
• Completes purchase requests by verifying inventory and specifications of purchase requests; preparing stock and equipment requisitions, inputting purchase orders, quotes and service requests, expediting deliveries and assisting with invoice processing.
• Monitors and/or maintains inventory by applying fundamental control techniques; monitoring inventory level and replenishment lead times, anticipating needed items, updating inventory forecasts, minimum and maximum stock levels, and performing periodic cycle counts/inventories.
• Operates various types of equipment including a pallet lift and/or fork lift.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of fundamental inventory control procedures and systems.
• Knowledge of office and administrative practices related to purchasing.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in record keeping and performing detailed work.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation: This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation.

EEO/ADA: The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call [phone] or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.