R-0144 Store Clerk Base Supply Center, Anniston Army Depot Anniston, Alabama

R-0144 Reference# 2197750545601000

Posting Date: April 15, 2025

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position: Store Clerk

Base Supply Center, Anniston Army Depot

Anniston, Alabama

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state’s largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

The Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB) is one component of the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB). AIB includes the manufacturing facility in Talladega, Alabama and Birmingham, Alabama along with the operations of five Base Supply Centers in two states, which are located on Redstone Arsenal, Fort Novosel, Anniston Army Depot, Robins Air Force Base and Moody Air Force Base.

Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB) partners with the National Industries for the Blind and The AbilityOne Program. The AbilityOne Program exists to create and enhance employment opportunities for individuals that are blind and/or have significant disabilities as it promotes a workplace that provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job equal to those employees without disabilities. A reasonable accommodation will be provided to employees with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Store Clerk role will be responsible for assisting in the operation of the retail store in the operation of a Base Supply Center/Individual Equipment Element in compliance with Javit’s Wagner O’Day Act, federal and military guidelines and Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB).

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role in the duties of a cashier with all aspects of customer service of the Base Supply Center as you will be a part of the AIB team in producing high-quality work. This position reports to the Store Manager – Base Supply Center, Anniston Army Depot.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate
• Must meet the federal definition of legal blindness.
• Must have the ability to possess computer skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and a Google Suite.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Minimum one (1) year of experience working with individuals who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, multidisabled or has another significant disability.

· Minimum one (1) year of work experience in a retail store environment.

· Minimum one (1) year of work experience maintaining inventory control.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must follow AIDB policies and procedures.
• Must follow Anniston Army Depot guidance and regulations to maintain access to the base.
• Must understand, support, and follow the mission of the AbilityOne Program by remaining in compliance of statutory and regulatory requirements set forth in the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act. You are expected to conduct all business ethically and lawfully.
• Demonstrate a good attendance record. May be required to work overtime to meet on time delivery schedules.
• Must be able to perform your responsibilities that sets a good example for others to follow.
• Must be able to deal pleasantly and courteously with all of the AIB Team.
• Attend conferences, in-service training and other functions as directed by supervisor.
• Must possess general knowledge of office equipment and machines.
• Must follow the AIDB policies or procedures related to the operations of sales transaction records and reconciliation documentation.
• Attend training on customer service, increase of sales, inventory control and computer applications and become efficient in these areas and provide information to customers and co-workers.
• Maintain high organizational and time management skills and have the ability to handle sensitive or confidential information in a timely professional manner.
• Must comply with all safety requirements.
• Must be able to follow instructions and deal with changes in the work assignments.
• Develop and establish good customer services skills as related to the Base Supply Center items
• Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate computerized cash registers and related sales equipment.
• When operating computerized cash registers, make simple math calculations, count money, and reconcile the cash drawer.
• Complete daily reports and cash verification reports by maintaining transaction records and cash register reconciliation documentation.
• Perform periodic physical inventory counts, including re-supply stock on shelves.
• Maintain accurate pricing for all merchandise.
• Prepare displays in a way to assist in increasing sales of merchandise.
• Participate in annual physical inventory counts of the Base Supply Center.
• Must possess or develop an understanding of cultures and needs of persons who are deaf, blind or deaf/blind, ensuring all actions and decisions demonstrate a respect for and value of persons with sensory loss.
• Must attend Disability Sensitivity Training within the first six (6) months of employment.

SALARY: $12.91 - $14.86 Scale IB Rank 23

Direct deposit is required.

The work schedule is based on 8 hours each day with a total of 40 hours each work week. This is not an exempt position, and is subject to overtime of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

AIDB Benefits Summary:

The annual employment period will be 260 days to include AIDB Benefits as established by the President and the Board of Trustees.

· Teachers’ Retirement System

· Supplemental Retirement Programs (RSA-1 and TIAA-CREF)

· Public Education Employees’ Health Insurance Plan https://www.rsa-al.gov/peehip/

· Term Life Insurance

· Leave Policy (Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Paid Holidays)

· Employee Assistance Services Program

· Focus on Upward Mobility Program

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: April 29, 2025

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.91 - $14.86 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $15