What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Controller position at Harry Reid International Airport?
About The Position
The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Materials Controller position. This position maintains the database of item numbers and inventory stocking levels, submits purchase requisitions to Purchasing, and obtains price quotes from vendors. Additionally, this position performs the full scope of central warehouse operations consisting of planning, assigning, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff and activities required to operate a major consolidated warehouse facility. Further, this position performs and prepares periodic special reports and develops annual contract requirements for commodities.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 150 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility List to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Employee Services.
Employee Services reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience:
Equivalent to graduation from high school AND three (3) years of full-time experience as a stock clerk, storekeeper, warehouse worker or in similar work. Prior lead or supervisory experience and experience in a public agency setting are desirable. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.
Working Conditions: Work scheduled off-hour shifts and/or be called back in emergency situations. May work out of doors in all weather conditions. May work with exposure to potentially hazardous materials.
Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.
Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
Residency Requirement: Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and drivers' license laws within 90 days of employment.
Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted and maintain a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration. Note: all prospective hires must present two original government issued ID's upon acceptance of job offer. Examples of acceptable ID's include a Passport, Driver's License or DMV issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, Voter Registration card, school issued ID with picture, etc.
Customs and Border Protection Security Seal Program: Employment with the Department of Aviation in this job title is contingent upon a ten year employment and five year residency history record check and the ability to present original identity based documentation in order to meet the requirements for a Security Seal.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical stores or warehouse setting, including operating standard office equipment; stamina to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time; mobility to drive a motor vehicle and/or operate material handling equipment; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials including a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The following questions 1-5 will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications.
Which describes your highest level of education completed? (Applicants with foreign or international education, including full degrees, partial degrees, or individual credits, must obtain a professional credential evaluation from an accredited evaluation agency. The evaluation must verify the U.S. educational equivalency and, if the applicant is offered a position, an original and verifiable copy must be submitted to the Clark County Department of Aviation at the candidate’s expense.)
If you selected "Some High School" in the previous question, please list your highest-grade level completed. If this does not apply, type N/A.
03
Indicate your full-time professional experience as a stock clerk, storekeeper, warehouse worker, or in similar work.
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 3. Type N/A if you have no related experience. See Template Below.
Employer Name
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week
Dates of Employment:
05
Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?
The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.
I Understand That
Indicate your full-time professional experience in planning, organizing, supervising, training, reviewing, and evaluating the work of other staff members under your direct supervision.
Indicate your full-time professional experience in dealing with Units of Measure in ordering.
Indicate your full-time professional experience in basic financial record keeping related to the inventory control function.
Indicate your full-time professional experience managing inventory in an operation with multiple commodities and with two similar products different in measurement.
Indicate your full-time professional experience in a public agency setting.
Indicate the Microsoft Office Suite programs you have experience working with (select all that apply):
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in questions 7-12. Type N/A if you have no related experience. See Template Below.
Dates Of Employment
The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Materials Controller position. This position maintains the database of item numbers and inventory stocking levels, submits purchase requisitions to Purchasing, and obtains price quotes from vendors. Additionally, this position performs the full scope of central warehouse operations consisting of planning, assigning, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff and activities required to operate a major consolidated warehouse facility. Further, this position performs and prepares periodic special reports and develops annual contract requirements for commodities.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 150 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility List to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Employee Services.
Employee Services reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience:
Equivalent to graduation from high school AND three (3) years of full-time experience as a stock clerk, storekeeper, warehouse worker or in similar work. Prior lead or supervisory experience and experience in a public agency setting are desirable. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.
Working Conditions: Work scheduled off-hour shifts and/or be called back in emergency situations. May work out of doors in all weather conditions. May work with exposure to potentially hazardous materials.
Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.
Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
Residency Requirement: Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and drivers' license laws within 90 days of employment.
Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted and maintain a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration. Note: all prospective hires must present two original government issued ID's upon acceptance of job offer. Examples of acceptable ID's include a Passport, Driver's License or DMV issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, Voter Registration card, school issued ID with picture, etc.
Customs and Border Protection Security Seal Program: Employment with the Department of Aviation in this job title is contingent upon a ten year employment and five year residency history record check and the ability to present original identity based documentation in order to meet the requirements for a Security Seal.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical stores or warehouse setting, including operating standard office equipment; stamina to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time; mobility to drive a motor vehicle and/or operate material handling equipment; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials including a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of storekeeping and related staff.
- Recommends selection of staff; trains staff and provides for their development; administers discipline as required.
- Assists in planning goals, objectives, procedures and work standards for the materials control function of the department to which assigned; provides input into the unit's budget as related to materials and supplies.
- Confers with purchasing staff regarding annual contracts, stock levels, required parts, material and supplies, inventory control processes and related matters; independently develops contract requirements for various commodities.
- Forecasts material and supply requirements based upon past demand, current purchasing and inventory practices and projected needs to ensure that adequate quantities and types of materials will be available to meet departmental or agency needs.
- Oversees the maintenance of and personally maintains inventory control records; coordinates physical inventories and prepares and reconciles reports of inventory status.
- Contacts vendors regarding delivery, quality and quantity problems; arranges for the return of damaged or incorrect materials and supplies; maintains a current knowledge of materials and supplies used by the department to which assigned and makes recommendations for purchase.
- Performs the full range of storekeeping duties, such as: unpacking materials, supplies, tools and equipment and verifying articles received against packing lists and purchase orders and notes discrepancies or damaged items; issuing materials, supplies and equipment to departmental staff upon presentation of appropriate request forms; packing and returning damaged, surplus, inappropriate or outdated material.
- Establishes stock levels; prepares requisitions for orders against outstanding contractual agreements with vendors.
- Ensures that the storage areas are maintained in a clean and orderly condition and that employees follow all safety procedures.
- Prepares correspondence, reports and a variety of written materials.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
- Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
- May drive a motor vehicle to pick up and deliver supplies; may use material handling equipment, depending upon the department to which assigned.
- Alternative Work Schedules
- More Money in Your Pocket
- 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
- No Social Security Deduction
- No State Income Taxes
- Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) - eligible first of the month following 15 days of employment
- Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
- Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
- 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
- Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
- Retiree insurance – eligible after 5 years of service
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance – Employer Paid
- AD&D – Employer Paid
- Long Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Generous Leave Accruals that include:
- 13 Paid Holidays plus a Floating Birthday Holiday
- Paid Vacation Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Holiday Leave
- Other leave options
- Catastrophic Leave
- Parental Leave – Up to 90 days
- Tool Allowance for certain eligible positions.
- Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
- Guardian – Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
- Trustmark – Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
- Sunlife Financial – Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- TASC – Flexible Spending Account – FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
- Morgan Stanley – Deferred Compensation Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- The Department of Aviation, a department of Clark County, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
- Comprehensive training program
- Wellness program
The following questions 1-5 will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications.
Which describes your highest level of education completed? (Applicants with foreign or international education, including full degrees, partial degrees, or individual credits, must obtain a professional credential evaluation from an accredited evaluation agency. The evaluation must verify the U.S. educational equivalency and, if the applicant is offered a position, an original and verifiable copy must be submitted to the Clark County Department of Aviation at the candidate’s expense.)
- Some High School
- High School Diploma or GED
- Trade School or Technical Degree
- Some College (1-29 semester credits)
- Some College (30-59 semester credits)
- Some College (60-89 semester credits)
- Some College (90-120 semester credits)
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
- None of the above
If you selected "Some High School" in the previous question, please list your highest-grade level completed. If this does not apply, type N/A.
03
Indicate your full-time professional experience as a stock clerk, storekeeper, warehouse worker, or in similar work.
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 3. Type N/A if you have no related experience. See Template Below.
Employer Name
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week
Dates of Employment:
05
Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?
- Yes, I currently hold a valid Nevada driver's license.
- Yes, I currently hold a valid driver's license from another state.
- No, I do not currently hold a valid driver's license.
The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.
I Understand That
- Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area)
- The education, knowledge, and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of my application;
- Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer;
- Responses to assessment questions that are not supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive zero points;
- Assessment scores may be used to consider applicants for the selection process;
- I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.
- I have read and understand the above information regarding the completion of the following skills assessment questions. I further understand that this recruitment includes a skills assessment and that the answers I provide must be consistent with the "education" and "work history" sections details on my application and that scoring appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.
Indicate your full-time professional experience in planning, organizing, supervising, training, reviewing, and evaluating the work of other staff members under your direct supervision.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
Indicate your full-time professional experience in dealing with Units of Measure in ordering.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
Indicate your full-time professional experience in basic financial record keeping related to the inventory control function.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
Indicate your full-time professional experience managing inventory in an operation with multiple commodities and with two similar products different in measurement.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
Indicate your full-time professional experience in a public agency setting.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
Indicate the Microsoft Office Suite programs you have experience working with (select all that apply):
- Access
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Word
- Visio
- Teams
- SharePoint
- Publisher
- None of the above
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in questions 7-12. Type N/A if you have no related experience. See Template Below.
Dates Of Employment
- Required Question