Assistant Warehouse Supervisor - Sheriff's Office

Salt Lake County•Salt Lake City, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Warehouse Supervisor supervises warehouse and delivery staff for the Salt Lake County Jail and manages the Jail’s warehouse. The role oversees the storage, ordering, organization, rotation, and maintenance of an adequate inventory of supplies needed to support the Metro Jail and surrounding campus. The position works in a locked-down jail facility, has direct contact with prisoners, and may involve stress related to human behavior in a jail environment.

Requirements

Three years of related warehouse experience, including at least one year of supervisory or administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Education may not substitute for the required supervisory experience.
Valid driver’s license accepted by the State of Utah at the time of hire.
Pass a required fingerprint-based background check and enroll in the continuous RAP Back program in accordance with County Human Resources policy requirements.
Receive a verified negative result on a mandatory drug test before starting; the position is also subject to random alcohol and drug testing and may be subject to post-accident and reasonable-suspicion testing.
Knowledge of basic computer systems and inventory systems.
Ability to learn and apply Sheriff’s Office and Jail policies and procedures; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; understand and apply security measures; use sound judgment; and obtain and maintain forklift and other required certifications.
Ability to drive County-approved vehicles and operate warehouse equipment necessary for inventory maintenance and distribution.
Ability to climb ladders, crawl, stoop or bend, lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds to and from various heights, push heavy objects, stand or sit for extended periods, and differentiate colors under various lighting and weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Supervise warehouse and delivery staff, including hiring, orienting, training, assigning and reviewing work, conducting annual performance appraisals, and administering discipline.
Ensure supplies are received, stored, and distributed to the Jail.
Audit received materials against purchase orders to verify pricing and specifications.
Record and track inventory transactions.
Operate warehouse equipment and train staff to use forklifts, electric and manual pallet jacks, tugs, trucks, pallet stackers, and other light equipment used to move and distribute materials.
Maintain OSHA certifications for warehouse equipment and enforce safe inventory storage and stacking procedures.
Promote safety and cleanliness in work areas.
Supervise meal delivery to prisoner pods.
Supervise the proper destruction of confidential documents.
Solicit and evaluate new and existing vendors for quality, ability, and efficiency.
Seek competitive pricing and maintain working relationships with vendors.
Make purchasing recommendations to division commanders that affect the Jail budget.