What are the responsibilities and job description for the Storekeeper position at City of Glendale, CA?
The Position
OPEN & PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - SIX MONTHS PROBATIONARY PERIOD
This current recruitment is for the Fleet Section of Public Works. Candidates who are placed on the eligible list may be considered for other Departments within the City.
Classifications in this occupational series perform work in the ordering, receipt, storage, maintenance and issuance of automotive parts, tools, supplies, materials and equipment. Under general supervision, positions in this classification perform manual and clerical work and may oversee the work of subordinate staff.
Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
Receives, unpacks, checks and stores goods, supplies, and equipment. Maintains computerized inventory of materials. Safely moves and properly places materials, such as equipment and tools, in storerooms.
Issues expendable supplies and materials, checking quantity and quality, in accordance with purchase orders or requisitions. Issues automotive parts and other equipment.
Separates and stores obsolete parts.
Performs custodial work to keep the warehouse in a neat and orderly condition.
Safely operates material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to transport, store and retrieve heavy items. Drives light truck to pick up and deliver supplies and equipment.
Organizes and maintains simple clerical records, such as invoices and receipts, of purchases and other transactions.
Maintains accurate record of stock used and on-hand.
Orders supplies, materials, automotive parts and equipment from vendors.
May provide training to subordinate staff.
Drives on City business.
May pump gasoline in cars and trucks and record gasoline pumped.
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe efficient manner.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.
Minimum Requirements
An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Experience
One year experience in warehousing or purchasing, or one year experience affording knowledge of materials, tools and supplies. Some clerical experience.
Experience in purchasing automotive parts is highly desirable.
Education/Training
High School Diploma or equivalent.
License(s)/Certification(s)
Valid Class C California driver's license.
Knowledge Of
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Applicable material handling procedures, and safe lifting techniques.
Applicable safety rules, practices and procedures.
Basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Basic math operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Warehousing and purchasing procedures.
Skill In
Identifying various tools, supplies and equipment.
Ability To
Provide exceptional customer service to employees and vendors.
Communicate effectively in English.
Coordinate outbound shipments with appropriate shippers.
Develop necessary skills from on the job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
Exercise judgment and discretion in problem situations.
Foster a teamwork environment.
Keep simple clerical records of purchases and other transactions.
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Move heavy objects and supplies.
Operate a forklift safely.
Operate both large and small material handling equipment safely.
Provide clear work instruction.
Read, write and comprehend directions in English.
Utilize a computerized inventory system.
Other Characteristics
Willingness To
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Work overtime as requested or required.
Promotional Eligibility
Any City of Glendale employee who meets the minimum qualifications for this position, has completed probation or six months of City employment, and is occupying a permanent full-time classification on file in the Human Resources Department. Hourly City employees may be considered, provided that they furnish proof of continuous employment immediately preceding the final filing date, which would equal a minimum of six months of full-time service or 1040 part-time hours. (Civil Service Rule VIII 4-E).
Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.
Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.
Selection Process
EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted Application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.
Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.
WRITTEN EXAM:(PASS/FAIL) To evaluate the candidate's ability to be successful in this position. Exam will be relevant to the duties of this position. Approximately the 12 highest scoring candidates who achieve a minimum passing score of 70.00% on the written exam will be invited to the further stages of the examination process.
ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and personal fitness for the position.
TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Evaluations will be based on the candidate's education and experience relevant to the position. Examinations will assess evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills related to the job. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the examination components or their weighting. If changes are necessary, candidates will be informed of the specific examination components and their weight before the examination is administered. The selected candidate will undergo a background check, including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale complies with state and federal obligations to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with special needs are encouraged to inform the Human Resources Department at least five days before the first examination to ensure reasonable accommodations can be arranged. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.
The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.
The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.
01
The position you are applying for is a promotional/open position for current City of Glendale employees as well as for the general public. If you are a current City employee, please enter your City of Glendale Employee ID Number. If you are not a current City Employee, please type N/A.
02
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
Do you have one year of experience in warehousing or purchasing, or one year experience affording knowledge of materials, tools and supplies AND some clerical experience?
If you responded “Yes” to Question #3, please provide a detailed description of your experience, including your warehouse, purchasing, tool knowledge, and clerical experience. If you answered "No", please mark "N/A".
05
Do you have any direct experience in purchasing automotive parts?
If you answered “Yes” to Question #5, please provide a detailed description of your experience. If you answered “No,” please enter “N/A.”
07
If you currently work for a public agency or have worked for one in the last 5 years, please list your position title as well as your final monthly salary or hourly wage for that position.
08
Within the salary range as identified on this bulletin, what are your salary expectations for this position?
09
How did you FIRST learn about this position?
OPEN & PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - SIX MONTHS PROBATIONARY PERIOD
This current recruitment is for the Fleet Section of Public Works. Candidates who are placed on the eligible list may be considered for other Departments within the City.
Classifications in this occupational series perform work in the ordering, receipt, storage, maintenance and issuance of automotive parts, tools, supplies, materials and equipment. Under general supervision, positions in this classification perform manual and clerical work and may oversee the work of subordinate staff.
Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
Receives, unpacks, checks and stores goods, supplies, and equipment. Maintains computerized inventory of materials. Safely moves and properly places materials, such as equipment and tools, in storerooms.
Issues expendable supplies and materials, checking quantity and quality, in accordance with purchase orders or requisitions. Issues automotive parts and other equipment.
Separates and stores obsolete parts.
Performs custodial work to keep the warehouse in a neat and orderly condition.
Safely operates material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to transport, store and retrieve heavy items. Drives light truck to pick up and deliver supplies and equipment.
Organizes and maintains simple clerical records, such as invoices and receipts, of purchases and other transactions.
Maintains accurate record of stock used and on-hand.
Orders supplies, materials, automotive parts and equipment from vendors.
May provide training to subordinate staff.
Drives on City business.
May pump gasoline in cars and trucks and record gasoline pumped.
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe efficient manner.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.
Minimum Requirements
An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Experience
One year experience in warehousing or purchasing, or one year experience affording knowledge of materials, tools and supplies. Some clerical experience.
Experience in purchasing automotive parts is highly desirable.
Education/Training
High School Diploma or equivalent.
License(s)/Certification(s)
Valid Class C California driver's license.
Knowledge Of
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Applicable material handling procedures, and safe lifting techniques.
Applicable safety rules, practices and procedures.
Basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Basic math operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Warehousing and purchasing procedures.
Skill In
Identifying various tools, supplies and equipment.
Ability To
Provide exceptional customer service to employees and vendors.
Communicate effectively in English.
Coordinate outbound shipments with appropriate shippers.
Develop necessary skills from on the job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
Exercise judgment and discretion in problem situations.
Foster a teamwork environment.
Keep simple clerical records of purchases and other transactions.
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Move heavy objects and supplies.
Operate a forklift safely.
Operate both large and small material handling equipment safely.
Provide clear work instruction.
Read, write and comprehend directions in English.
Utilize a computerized inventory system.
Other Characteristics
Willingness To
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Work overtime as requested or required.
Promotional Eligibility
Any City of Glendale employee who meets the minimum qualifications for this position, has completed probation or six months of City employment, and is occupying a permanent full-time classification on file in the Human Resources Department. Hourly City employees may be considered, provided that they furnish proof of continuous employment immediately preceding the final filing date, which would equal a minimum of six months of full-time service or 1040 part-time hours. (Civil Service Rule VIII 4-E).
Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.
Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.
Selection Process
EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted Application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.
Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.
WRITTEN EXAM:(PASS/FAIL) To evaluate the candidate's ability to be successful in this position. Exam will be relevant to the duties of this position. Approximately the 12 highest scoring candidates who achieve a minimum passing score of 70.00% on the written exam will be invited to the further stages of the examination process.
ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and personal fitness for the position.
TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Evaluations will be based on the candidate's education and experience relevant to the position. Examinations will assess evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills related to the job. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the examination components or their weighting. If changes are necessary, candidates will be informed of the specific examination components and their weight before the examination is administered. The selected candidate will undergo a background check, including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale complies with state and federal obligations to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with special needs are encouraged to inform the Human Resources Department at least five days before the first examination to ensure reasonable accommodations can be arranged. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.
The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.
The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.
01
The position you are applying for is a promotional/open position for current City of Glendale employees as well as for the general public. If you are a current City employee, please enter your City of Glendale Employee ID Number. If you are not a current City Employee, please type N/A.
02
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
Do you have one year of experience in warehousing or purchasing, or one year experience affording knowledge of materials, tools and supplies AND some clerical experience?
- Yes
- No
If you responded “Yes” to Question #3, please provide a detailed description of your experience, including your warehouse, purchasing, tool knowledge, and clerical experience. If you answered "No", please mark "N/A".
05
Do you have any direct experience in purchasing automotive parts?
- Yes
- No
If you answered “Yes” to Question #5, please provide a detailed description of your experience. If you answered “No,” please enter “N/A.”
07
If you currently work for a public agency or have worked for one in the last 5 years, please list your position title as well as your final monthly salary or hourly wage for that position.
08
Within the salary range as identified on this bulletin, what are your salary expectations for this position?
09
How did you FIRST learn about this position?
- City of Glendale Website
- Visited Human Resources in person
- Currently a City employee
- GTV6
- Indeed
- Glassdoor
- Other
- Required Question