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Agency Information:

Lansing Correctional Facility

301 E. Kansas St.

Lansing, KS 66043

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone (External)

Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

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Compensation: Pay Grade 19 Step 8; $15.18 P1H (10%)

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The purpose of this position is to accurately prepare and deliver merchandise from warehouse stock to department throughout the facility while maintaining an adequate level of security to eliminate any chance of contraband entering the facility. The purpose is to assist in maintaining as a working level of supplies to ensure proper productivity. The goal is to modify the behavior of those residents assigned to the warehouse areas so that they may re-enter society in an adequate skill and become productive members.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Conducts inventories of all merchandise being delivered to the various departments within the institution deliveries to the contracted food service provider. This involves matching quantities as listed on Receiving/Requisitions with actual counts of merchandise prior to loading and once again at delivery located. Responsible for scheduling all such deliveries in a manner which meets the supply needs of the institution. Consults with department heads or designees at each delivery site for the purpose of confirming merchandise quantities and obtaining authorized receiving signatures. Reviewed only as needed by the Supply Specialist as to the efficiency of the delivery schedule.
• Receives merchandise from private delivery vendors and prepares receiving reports for same, Checks deliveries for proper quality and quantity against purchase orders to prevent discrepancies and shortages of merchandise received. Determines proper course of action needed to reconcile discrepancies and shortages through consultations with delivery personnel. Prepares receiving reports that reflect ordered, shipped and received quantities. Reviewed by the Supply Specialist periodically as to correctness and receiving report preparation.
• Fills merchandise orders utilizing and supervising a crew up to eight residents from warehouse stock which requires warehousing knowledge and skills to order to accurately prepare departmental orders for delivery. Reviewed daily by the Storekeeper Specialist to verify accuracy of filled orders.
• Maintains correct inventory counts on stocked warehouse items to insure availability and accuracy for reporting purposes. Conducts physical counts required for monthly and annual reporting.
• Incumbent is cross-trained in the duties of other personnel assigned to the main store warehouse. Trains and monitors residents in proper procedures as well as operation and safety of equipment including pallet jacks and a forklift. Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs the duties of the warehouse Supply specialist during their absence which requires supervising up to eight residents in the operation of the supply warehouse function. Completes special assignments relating tot he supply activity as assigned. Reviewed by the Supply Specialist as needed to determine compliance with established warehouse procedures and effective completion of special assignments. Must learn and follow all security assignments. Must learn and follow all security measures for working with residents in a multi-level custody correctional facility.

Qualifications

Licensing & Certification: Driver's License

Minimum Qualifications: One year of experience in storekeeping, including receiving, inspecting, cataloging, and storing goods and maintaining inventory levels. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications: Two years in keeping in stores, supply records and warehouse operations. Ability to operate materials handling equipment including, but not limited to, a two-ton truck and forklift.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must take and pass a drug screening test approved by the Division of Personnel Services unless the incumbent is moving from one-safety sensitive position to another safety-sensitive position within the same agency performing substantially similar duties. May be required to pass a background check.

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Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Lori East

Email: Lori.East@ks.gov

Phone: (913)250-2629

Mailing Address:

Lansing Correctional Facility

P.O. Box 2

Lansing, KS 66043

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