What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stores Clerk position at Rhode Island College?
The Stores Clerk performs routine manual and clerical duties to support storeroom operations, including receiving, inspecting, storing, safeguarding, and issuing materials, supplies, and equipment. Responsibilities include verifying shipments against records, maintaining inventory and distribution records, preparing items for shipping, and keeping storage and work areas clean, organized, and safe. The position works under supervision and may be responsible for operating a small storeroom.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
- To perform routine manual and clerical duties in a large storeroom or stockroom or to be responsible for the operation of a small storeroom.
- To receive, unpack, inspect, store and safeguard incoming materials, supplies and/or equipment.
- To check incoming or outgoing materials, supplies and/or equipment against invoices, orders or other records.
- To maintain materials stocked in bins, racks, on tables, or in refrigerators, and work areas in a neat, orderly, safe and sanitary condition.
- To issue, and/or to pack and prepare for mailing or shipping, forms, supplies, equipment and/or materials.
- When required, to operate a marking machine, a stencil machine and/or a stencil maker.
- To maintain disbursement and inventory records and prepare reports. To do related work as required.
Such as may have been gained through graduation from a senior high school.
Experience
No prior experience is required for this position.
Or Combination of Education and Experience
None.
Additional Required Qualifications
At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.
Knowledges Skills and Capacities
A familiarity with the proper methods and procedures of receiving, storing, distributing, and accounting for, materials and supplies; the ability to understand written and oral instructions; the ability to maintain simple records and inventories; the ability to make routine reports; and related capacities and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
None.
Position Details
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Full Time / Part Time
Full-time
Work Schedule
Full-Time, 40 weekly hours
Monday – Friday
8:30am – 5:00pm
Monday – Friday
8:30am – 5:00pm
Academic or Calendar Year
Calendar
Benefits
Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:
- Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision
- Wellness Incentives and Rewards
- Paid time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday
- Retirement Benefits
- Disability and Insurance Benefits
- Education Benefits – Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI
For a complete listing, visit Employee Benefits.
Reports To (Title)
Assistant Director, Dining Procurement & Resources
Position Status
Permanent - C
End of Restricted or Limited Position
Civil Service List
No
Union Code
classified
Salary Grade
309CA
Minimum Salary for Grade
$43,705
Maximum Salary for Grade
$46,625
Added Salary for This Position
Collective Bargaining Unit
Council 94 Local 2878
Posting Information
Number of Positions Available
1
Anticipated Start Date
09/16/2026
Application Open Date
Application Close Date
09/28/2026
Special Instructions
- At the time of appointment, the applicant must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.
- Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.
EEO Statement
Rhode Island College is an equal opportunity employer. The institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability religion, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Rhode Island College is committed to maintain a workplace and educational environment that supports equal opportunity, professionalism and respectful engagement for all community members.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Dental InsuranceSalary : $43,705 - $46,625