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Storekeeper

Do you have a basic understanding of storekeeping methods, inventory control practices, and maintaining automated control records and best practices?

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STOREKEEPER

This position is eligible for appointment at the salary of Step 1.

County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement.

Future Salary Increases

July 2024 - 8.63% increase to base pay (2.75% Across-the-Board + 5.88% Market Increase)

ABOUT THE POSITION

Storekeepers are allocated to various departments throughout the County of San Diego. They plan, direct, and coordinate the overall activities in a commissary, large storeroom or warehouse. The work of a Storekeeper involves ordering, receiving, storing, inventorying, and issuing a wide variety of items.

Click here to view the complete listing of job duties and responsibilities.

IDEAL CANDIDATES will have previous work experience using effective safety storeroom practices while handling a high volume of inventory in a large storeroom or warehouse.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Two (2) years of storekeeping or warehouse experience consisting of ordering, receiving, storing, and issuing supplies, materials, and equipment; OR,

2. Eighteen (18) months of experience as a Stock Clerk with the County of San Diego.

NOTE: Depending on assignment, select positions may require possession of a valid Certified Forklift Operator's license from a recognized agency or organization within thirty (30) days after appointment. Experience in providing first line or full supervision over employees responsible for performing storekeeping work is desirable.

Beginning July 1, 2022, the Department of Human Resources will remove personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age, and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work Experience and/or supplemental questionnaire.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work primarily takes place indoors within an office or storeroom environment or warehouse environment (separate building). Work involves frequent travel to various locations within the County to pick up or deliver items. Work involves occasional exposure to heights, loud machine noises, unpleasant odors, gaseous fumes, dust, debris, and varying temperatures. When assigned to the Probation or Sheriff's Department, work involves frequent interaction with juvenile or adult incarcerated individuals who may be uncooperative, upset, hostile, and potentially violent.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position.

EVALUATION

The names of qualified candidates will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

Veteran’s Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.

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The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov) (Download PDF reader) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.

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