Storekeeper (Office of Emergency Management)

Job Overview

Performs storekeeping duties involving the receipt, recording, storage, inventory control and issuance of materials and supplies. Performs oversight and storekeeping duties involving the receipt, recording, storage, inventory control, and issuance of equipment and supplies.

Starting Salary

$36,108 - $46,945

Benefits

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Minimum Qualifications Required

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; AND
• Two (2) years of experience receiving and issuing equipment or supplies; OR
• An equivalent combination of education (not less than possession of a high school diploma/GED), training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above.
• Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License; and
• OSHA forklift certification (must be obtained within 90 days of hire)

Core Competencies

• Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service.
• Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
• Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.
• Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below.

• Receives, stores inventories and issues materials and supplies.
• Prepares requisitions for supplies and materials.
• Maintains an inventory of parts and equipment on hand.
• Records issuance of materials and supplies.
• Answers telephone and performs general clerical duties.
• Prepares work orders for equipment repairs.
• Maintains records and prepares related reports.
• Inspects all deliveries and ensures the return of defective or incorrect items.
• Inspects and disposes of depreciated and obsolete stock, according to County standards.
• Performs minor maintenance or repair of storeroom material.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Responsible for safe handling and proper disposal of Biohazard Materials and Narcotics.
• Responsible for the receiving, warehousing, issuing, and delivery to stations of all DEA controlled substances (Schedules II, III, and IV). This position is subject to auditing by Drug Enforcement Agency and can face legal consequences of any violations.
• Sends small engine equipment, turnout gear, medical equipment, and small tools to vendors for cleaning, maintenance, and repair.
• Collects bunker gear and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) gear from stations and sends equipment to vendor for maintenance and repair. this position ensures that this equipment is repaired and maintained to meet the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.
• Troubleshoots and performs minor maintenance and repairs on lawn mower, chainsaw/K12 saws, and medical equipment (stretchers, Stairchairs, Lifepaks, Autopulse boards).
• Transports inventory to fire stations using a box truck to make deliveries and collects biohazardous bins. Occasionally is called to large fire events with large amounts of replacement foam and/or equipment in support of fire personnel working those events.
• Responsible for the purchasing (purchase orders and PCard), receiving, warehousing, and delivery of supplies based on requests in support of two departments (Fire Rescue and Aging Services).

Job Specifications

• Knowledge of storekeeping methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of County purchasing procedures.
• Skill in performing minor repairs to equipment or materials.
• Ability to conduct inventory of materials and supplies and keep related records.
• Ability to use a computer and related software.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to follow established procedures.
• Ability to follow both oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform tasks such as maintenance of records and preparation of reports.
• Ability to perform miscellaneous clerical tasks including the preparation of reports and maintenance of records.
• Customer relations skills; ability to deal diplomatically; ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to arrive at solutions and suggest improvements to processes.
• Ability to multi-task while working with tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Ability to safely operate and drive a box truck and/or forklift.
• Must be able to work overtime to complete necessary assignments not able to be completed during normal business hours.
• Ability to work on-call, including nights, weekends, and holidays; rotating weekly.

Physical Requirements

• Requires sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time, occasionally lifting of up to 100 pounds, including squatting to pick up items, and bending over.
• Position may be required to operate a vehicle to meet business needs.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor weather.

Work Category

• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Emergency Management Responsibilities

In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, the County’s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

Additional Job Requirements

A department, depending on the nature of its mission and operations, may require that employees in all or certain positions in this job classification:

• Criminal History Background Check using Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS)
• Level 1 and Level 2 Background screening (Ch. 435 Florida Statutes)
• Child Abuse, Abandonment and Neglect Record Check using the State Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS)
• Sex Offender and Sexual Predator record check using the list maintained by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)

2. Possess the necessary job-related license(s) or certification(s) that may include possession of a Florida Driver License (Class E) or an applicable Commercial Driver License (CDL).