Title: Storekeeper

State Role Title: Store & Warehouse Spec II

Hiring Range: $41,718.00 - $45,591.00

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location: VIRGINIA BEACH HQ

Agency Website: jobs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia Beach Health District is seeking a Storekeeper who will be responsible for independently receives, classifies, and stores incoming stock; pulls, packs, and ships orders assigned by supervisor. Ensures incoming and outgoing orders are checked against invoice/packing list. Counts and inventories as assigned, assists with cleanup and storage of records, distributes supplies and conducts periodic inventories. Delivers mail daily, lab specimens, and bank deposits.

This position is responsible for Inventory, Receiving, Shipping, Stockroom and Mail Operations
B. Inventory
• Orders bulk supplies according to stock levels and maintains supply levels according to policy and procedure
• Updates database as stock is received and distributed
• Prepares reports; assists in annual inventory
• Routinely checks supply items for expiration dates; removes items from shelves, deletes from inventory, and destroys according to policy
• Fills supply orders and distributes to sites as requested
• Maintains stock using first-in-first-out method to ensure inventory remain accurately accounted for in records
• Keys internal orders into database for pricing and chargeback; sends monthly report

A. Receiving
• Receives and reconciles orders; prepares appropriate paperwork for submission as necessary
• Follows up on items not delivered, partially delivered, damaged, or any other issues
• Answers receiving-related end user questions with accurate information
• Receives and checks in non-order related shipments; notifies appropriate staff; takes special note of deliveries marked “perishable” or time sensitive; ensures picked up/delivered to appropriate personnel immediately

D. Shipping
• Inventories shipping supplies; informs appropriate personnel when stock levels need replenishment
• Maintains shipping supplies at a level that prevents disruptions in operations due to outages
• Receives, classifies, and stores incoming stock consistent with policy and procedure
• Forwards necessary receiving documents to appropriate personnel for proper processing of shipments and for payment consistent with policy and procedures
• Verifies shipping labels are consistent with information provided on invoice; transfers packaged shipments to carrier shipping area; applies carrier shipping labels when necessary
• Ensures packages received are prepared/placed in carrier shipping area in timely manner; selects appropriate size/type of container and packaging materials for shipments

B. Stockroom and Mail Operations
• Ensures cleanliness and safety of stockroom
• Receives deliveries; accurately records data and distributes paperwork
• Ensures applicable incoming stock is properly labeled to differentiate which account it was purchased under
• Receives, sorts, date stamps and delivers incoming mail as required

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of general storeroom operations and procedures, including inventory control
• Computer and typing skills and the ability to key information into automated databases; working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; working knowledge of calculator and familiarity with completing forms/internal documentation
• Ability to lift or move heavy objects up to and including 30 - 60 lbs
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with the public and co-workers
• Strong organizational and customer services skills

Additional Considerations

• Prior experience as a storekeeper responsible for security and issuance of large inventory including office/medical/cleaning/miscellaneous supplies
• Must have a valid driver's license

Special Instructions

You will be provided 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.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered.

Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation, gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration

Contact Information

Name: Cydnee Stuckey

Phone: 757-278-6692

Email: cydnee.stuckey@vdh.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.