Inventory & Property Associate I

Riverview Psychiatric Center • Augusta, ME

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a classification in the Inventory & Property Management Job Family. Positions in this job family perform inventory and property management actions related to ordering, procuring, storing, distributing, and/or disposing of inventory and/or property. This job family is distinguished by its role in managing public property. This is Complex inventory and property management support services requiring a solid knowledge of inventory and property management principles and techniques. Positions in this classification provide office and administrative support work involving responsibility for inventory operations of a warehouse and/or stockroom. Responsibilities require independent judgment in handling exceptions to established work assignments, priorities, and schedules.

Requirements

• Ability to drive car or light delivery truck may be required.
• Ability to perform work requiring lifting and/or physical exertion may be required.
• Knowledge of inventory and storeroom methods and practices.
• Knowledge of transporting and shipping methods.
• Knowledge of purchasing and requisition procedures.
• Ability to use alphabetical, numerical, chronological and secondary filing systems.
• Ability to type routine business documents from final draft.
• Ability to effectively give/obtain basic, non-technical information.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Knowledge of purchasing, bidding, requisition and quantity buying procedures.
• Ability to determine condition, quality, and quantity of goods.
• Ability to determine and requisition inventory/supplies.
• Ability to lead the work and provide guidance to co-workers on a project or intermittent basis.
• All positions in this classification assume the qualifications of: Inventory and Property Assistant.
• Training, education or experience in office and administrative support work that demonstrates 1) competency in applying a solid knowledge of inventory and property management principles to perform complex work in conducting inventory operations for a warehouse or stockroom and 2) the ability to use independent judgment in handling exceptions to established work assignments, priorities and schedules.

Nice To Haves

• Some positions may require possession of a valid Class B and/or Class C Maine Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Complies with the requirements of State policies, including those concerning human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies for state business purposes.
• Verify inventory for conformance to prescribed specifications, and accept or reject accordingly.
• Test and evaluate sample inventory, as requested.
• Package and distribute inventory.
• Oversee and maintain computerized and/or manual inventory control system.
• Type routine business documents as form letters, memos, vouchers, and summaries from final draft.
• Write requisitions, purchase orders, and/or contract lease forms.
• Answer factual inquiries and assist with routine requests.
• Recommend new or modified storage methods.
• May lead the work and provide guidance to co-workers on a project or intermittent basis.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• 12 days of sick leave
• 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

What This Job Offers

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