Warehouse Specialist

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tidewater Community College in Suffolk seeks a Warehouse Specialist to manage receiving, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment. You will verify shipments, log receipts in eVA, and route items to end-user destinations with accuracy.

The role emphasizes customer service, safety, and continuous process improvement, including asset tagging in AIS and timely delivery to campuses. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and operate related equipment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of warehousing operations and safety procedures.
• Experience with inventory control and asset management.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic database software.

Responsibilities

• Verify shipment contents and report discrepancies or damages.
• Document receipts in eVA and route items to end-user destinations.
• Assist in inventory of fixed assets and tagging in AIS.
• Deliver materials to campuses and remove surplus property.
• Maintain accurate receiving and inventory records and comply with safety standards.

Skills

Warehousing operations

Safety procedures

Inventory control systems

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Material handling equipment

Process improvement

Fleet/asset management

Tools

AIS

eVA

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Database software

Job description

Working Title Warehouse Specialist Role Title Trades Technician III Role Code 79033-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 29500630 Agency Tidewater Community College Division Tidewater Community College (Div) Work Location Suffolk - 800 Hiring Range $35,012 - $45,000, commensurate w/ experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes EEO Category 8-Service Maintenance Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Evenings and weekends as required.

This position has been designated an essential position. The employee filling this position may be required to report to work or otherwise fulfill the responsibilities of the position in the event of a college/campus closure due to weather or other emergent condition(s).

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

The Warehouse Specialist ensures the efficient, safe, and customer-focused handling of supplies, equipment, and mail services for Tidewater Community College. Duties include verifying shipment contents, reporting discrepancies or damages, documenting receipts in eVA, and routing items promptly to end-user destinations. The role emphasizes proactive customer service by responding to campus needs with professionalism and accuracy, while continuously seeking opportunities to improve processes for greater efficiency, safety, and reliability. This role is responsible for assisting in inventory of fixed assets following the Fixed Asset Manager in tracking and tagging all fixed assets in AIS. This position has responsibility for the timely delivery of materials to the campuses, removal of surplus property, resolution of complex warehouse related issues, and accurate receiving of incoming shipments into the District Warehouse. All activities are conducted in strict compliance with workplace safety and health standards, ensuring the secure handling and transportation of materials.

This position has been designated an essential position. The employee filling this position may be required to report to work or otherwise fulfill the responsibilities of the position in the event of a college/campus closure due to weather or other emergent condition(s).

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of warehousing operations, including receiving, inspecting, storing, and issuing equipment, supplies, and materials as well as the surplus & disposal process.
• Understanding safety procedures and compliance standards in warehouse environments (lifting, stacking, storing).
• Knowledge of automated/electronic inventory control and verification systems and standard office software applications.
• Familiarity with fleet operations and surplus property management.
• Understanding of customer service principles and effective communication strategies.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills for resolving customer inquiries and operational issues.
• Skilled in safely operating material handling equipment.
• Ability to develop and implement procedures for receiving, storage, and distribution of materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and database software for documentation and reporting.
• Organizational and detail-oriented skills to ensure accuracy in administration of fixed asset and expendable supplies program, documentation, delivery, and disposal/surplus processes.
• Ability to research, prioritize, and resolve issues with available resources and minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, vendors, and college departments.
• Ability to maintain, review/audit, and correct inventory records, asset control, and fleet operations.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Physical ability to perform warehouse tasks, including lifting (up to 50 lbs.), bending, standing, and operating vehicles.
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Valid State Driver’s License

Additional Considerations

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Some local travel may be required

Posting Number CLS_4753P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 09/18/2026 Job Close Date 10/02/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website TCC.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/101395