VIB Supervisor - Norfolk ServMart - #BVIIS131

Title: VIB Supervisor - Norfolk ServMart - #BVIIS131

State Role Title: VIB Specialist/Manager

Hiring Range: Anticipated Salary Low $40,000s - Mid $40,000s

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired

Location: Blind & Vision Impaired

Agency Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

“Would you like to work in one of the best retail jobs in the country?

A typical schedule is Monday – Friday 7:30 – 4:30, no nights, no weekends, and no federal holidays!

Job Duties:

You never have to handle cash in our stores. We operate stores in federal or military environments with a controlled customer base. Our stores sell office supplies, janitorial and cleaning supplies, and other commercial items to our customers. If you excel in a retail environment and meet the requirements below, apply for this job today.

Virginia Industries for the Blind (VIB) is a dynamic, ever evolving $50 million social enterprise that offers challenging careers including production, services, retail, sales, customer service, fiscal, procurement, technology, and quality control. VIB is ISO-certified and prides itself on satisfying its customers while saving them money and advancing its mission to create great jobs for Virginians who are blind (or sighted). The Virginia Industries for the Blind is an enterprise division within DBVI. VIB is an accredited affiliate of the National Industries for the Blind, and a manufacturer and distributor of products and services provided under the provisions of the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act and the Ability One Program.

We are seeking an VIB Assistant Supervisor- Norfolk ServMart.

• The purpose of the position is responsible for the implementation of the goals and objectives of VIB by leading the day-to-day operations of the Norfolk ServMart team.
• This position is responsible for supervision, staffing, procurement, receiving, stocking, inventory management, merchandising, transactional purchases, and overall operational efficiency of the location. This is a subcontracted, commercial contract position.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge/Experience -

Skills/Abilities-

• Ability to function in a fast paced, sometimes high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to operate a personal computer with or without adaptive technology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Critical Thinking skills to be able to use logic and reason to identify alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing business needs.
• Ability to listen and respond to customer service request while maintaining accurate records.
• Able to lift and carry 30 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend and lift in a repetitive manner throughout the workday.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Able to stand six to eight hours.
• Ability to perform duties independently without direct supervision.

Additional Considerations:

• Training or retail experience working in a military or Federal Government environment.

Special Instructions:

Employment is contingent upon the selected candidate being able to pass a background check required for access to the Base.

Employees in non-classified positions within the Virginia Industries for the Blind are offered a competitive benefits package that includes an annuity-based retirement plan, leave, and holiday pay that is paid by VIB, as well as jointly paid benefits such as health and life insurance. Employees additionally may enroll in other employee paid supplemental plans.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, Americorp, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.