Warehouse Specialist

Virginia Community Colleges; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads for 50 years, with four campuses and multiple centers. The Warehouse Specialist role ensures efficient, safe handling of supplies and mail, verifies shipments, documents receipts, and supports asset tracking and distribution across the district.

This is a full-time, essential position based in Suffolk. Responsibilities include timely delivery, surplus removal, and maintaining accurate records while upholding safety standards and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of warehousing operations including receiving, inspecting, storing, and issuing equipment, supplies and materials.
• Understanding safety procedures and compliance standards in warehouse environments.
• Familiarity with electronic inventory control and verification systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment safely.
• Valid State Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Verify shipment contents and report discrepancies or damages promptly.
• Document receipts in eVA and route items to end-user destinations.
• Assist in inventory of fixed assets and tracking in AIS.
• Deliver materials to campuses, handle surplus property removal, and resolve warehouse issues.

Skills

Warehousing operations

Receiving and inspection

Inventory control

Safety procedures

Customer service

Documentation and reporting

Fleet operations

Fixed asset administration

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

AIS inventory software

Job description

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Warehouse Specialist

Role Title

Role Code

Role Code 79033-SW

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 03

Position Number

Position Number 29500630

Agency

Agency Tidewater Community College

Division

Division Tidewater Community College (Div)

Work Location

Work Location Suffolk - 800

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $35,012 - $45,000, commensurate w/ experience.

Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes

EEO Category

EEO Category 8-Service Maintenance

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

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?

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

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

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

Some local travel may be required

Posting Number

Posting Number CLS_4753P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/18/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 10/02/2026

Agency Website

Agency Website TCC.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)

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/

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.

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.

VCCSuses 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.

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