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9804
HIGHWAYS STOREKEEPER
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, assists in the
supervision of the purchasing and inventory of all equipment and
supplies utilized by a district or division of the Division of
Highways. Leads activities of storeroom personnel in the
purchasing, receiving, shipping, storing, and recording of
materials. May specialize in the most complex purchasing
activities as distinguished from other storekeeper positions.
Performs related work as required.
Examples of Work
Leads the work of storeroom personnel in the purchasing,
receiving, shipping, storing, and recording of materials.
Purchases and distributes supplies and equipment to all
organizations' storerooms under control of district or
division storeroom.
Writes vendor contracts, orders, specifications and prepares
estimates of cost for supplies and equipment.
Authorizes one-time and small quantity specified amount
purchases not under state contract.
Ensures materials received meet purchase order requirements.
Uses computer to input data and to track and check inventory
levels and status of orders and payments.
Performs analysis of computer inventory printouts with
receipts, reports and files.
May resolve problems which may arise in day to day operations
and corrects errors as necessary.
Oversees annual physical inventory control.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of department purchasing procedures.
Knowledge of storeroom methods and procedures.
Knowledge of the various types and grades equipment and
supplies used by the division or district.
Knowledge of safe handling procedures and shipping methods for
equipment and supplies.
Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and filing systems.
Ability to organize, assign and coordinate work of employees.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain complex inventory.
Ability to use a computer and calculator.
Ability to operate a fork lift may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Education equivalent to graduation from a standard
high school or the equivalent.
Experience:
Five years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience as a storekeeper, in inventory control or
procurement in connection with large scale warehouse
operation.
Established: 10/21/93
Revised: 10/16/97
Effective:
12/1/97