Material & Stores Specialist

Job Posting: Material & Stores Specialist Department of Water Resources JC-515627 - Material & Stores Specialist MATERIALS AND STORES SPECIALIST $3,875.00 - $5,518.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 5/4/2026 Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Job Description and Duties The incumbent is responsible for the receipt of incoming shipment of supplies, materials, and spare parts from outside vendors, and delivery and distribution of these items to warehouses throughout the San Luis Field Division. Receives, unpacks, and checks incoming materials against packing slips to verify items and quantities received; unloads freight by hand or forklift, as required; enters receiving documents into computer utilizing SAP software and processes all paperwork according to policy and procedures. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. MATERIALS AND STORES SPECIALIST Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-515627 Position #(s): 842-410-1506-006 Working Title: Material & Stores Specialist Classification: MATERIALS AND STORES SPECIALIST $3,875.00 - $5,032.00 A $4,214.00 - $5,518.00 B New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Merced County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Division of Operations and Maintenance, San Luis Field Division, Administration Branch, Business Services Section, Gustine Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way. At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments. DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Department Website: https://water.ca.gov/ Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR’s Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers. Department Logo Special Requirements The Material and Stores Specialist is a sensitive position and is subject to substance abuse testing set forth in California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Regulations 599.960-599.966. A valid California Class C Driver’s license is required. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 5/4/2026 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Water Resources Mailing Address Attn: Division of Human Resources P.O. Box 1079 Sacramento, CA 95812 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Water Resources Submit in Person Certification Desk 715 P Street, 7th floor Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: We are seeking candidates with computer skills, good written and verbal communication skills, and who work well as a team member. Benefits Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees. Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Hiring Unit Contact: Denise Medeiros (209) 827-5112 denise.medeiros@water.ca.gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: Office of Civil Rights (916) 653-6952 civilrights@water.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Special Instructions To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678). Please reference SAP Position #50002420 and Job Control #515627 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application. The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA/Surplus, and training and development assignment. Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Click here to complete DWR’s Recruitment Survey. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status. Examination/Assessment For more information about the State hiring process, click here. To learn more about how to get a State job, click here. List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment. Click the examination(s)/assessment(s) information link: MATERIALS AND STORES SPECIALIST