Inventory Control Specialist 2 (PN20015016, 20015023)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish . ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION. Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 28, Step 1 of the union (OCSEA) Pay Range Schedule ($22.96 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($23.56) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
We are currently seeking two (2) Inventory Control Specialist 2's to support the essential functions of our warehouse. This position is a versatile, hands‑on role responsible for operational readiness, safeguarding critical public health assets, and enabling effective emergency response across the state. The Inventory Control Specialist 2 encompasses inventory control, asset management and maintenance, and logistics coordination.

Requirements

• 9 months experience as Inventory Control Specialist, 64551. OR 18 months training or 18 months experience in inventory control AND 3 courses or 9 months experience in electronic data processing related to inventory control AND 1 course or 3 months experience in public relations. OR Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
• Records Management
• Warehousing
• Clerical & Data Entry
• Collaboration
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Organizing and Planning
• Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted.
• ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Nice To Haves

• Associates or advanced degree in business or public administration
• Experience utilizing a warehouse management system
• Experience with inbound and outbound inventory shipments
• Experience in the order fulfillment lifecycle which includes order creation, processing, picking, quality assurance inspection and shipping logistics
• Experience in operating warehouse material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks)
• Experience in operating oversized vehicles (e.g., pickup trucks with trailers, Recreational Vehicles [RV's])
• Experience in identifying and coordinating the maintenance of warehouse material handling equipment and vehicles
• Experience in communicating effectively with team members
• All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a central point through which all warehouse operations are coordinated.
• Maintain the readiness of critical assets and supplies needed for public health programs and emergencies.
• Ensure vital medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and equipment are accurately tracked, stored correctly, and available when needed to meet state wide public health demands.
• Perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment (e.g., mobile health unit, ultra low freezers, mobile cooling units, and oxygen generators) and guarantee the assets are fully operational and ready for deployment at any time.
• Use warehouse management system to coordinate, distribute, analyze, and monitor inventory.
• Receive, inspect, distribute, and maintain inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment for statewide distribution.
• Perform inventory counts in warehouse to include unstack/restack pallets and remove/repack interior boxes from cases.
• Enter, update, verify, track, and maintain computerized inventory.
• Prepare and assist with loading and unloading of materials, supplies, and equipment for statewide shipments.
• Operate material handling equipment (MHE) to organize materials in warehouse.
• Move & lift objects weighing up to thirty (30) pounds.
• As assigned, assist with development, implementation and enforcement of policies & procedures on warehouse inventory control and salvage disposal
• Monitor receipt and disposition of surplus inventory and resolves problems involved with inventory of supplies
• Prepare inventory reports for quality control and data reconciliation
• Assist other warehouse personnel with various duties (e.g., answering phones, reviewing packing requests, assisting with special and/or rush orders)
• Attend meetings and training sessions pertaining to warehouse management and inventory

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed