Overnight Stockroom Supervisor

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

2d • $27 - $34

About The Position

The Overnight Stockroom Supervisor plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective daily operations of library support services. This position directly supervises a team responsible for the timely delivery and retrieval of library materials, inventory management, and special project support. The Supervisor will lead, mentor, and develop their team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to utilize technology for tracking and reporting. A key aspect of this position involves overseeing the courier services, ensuring the reliable and secure transport of materials between library branches.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• Two (2) years experience in the receiving, stocking, issuing and inventory record keeping of parts, equipment, supplies, or materials, which must have included one year of stock ordering responsibility.
• Additional appropriate experience may be substituted for the minimum education.
• By position, it requires a valid Driver’s License at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to lift and move heavy materials (e.g., boxes of books).
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with staff and potentially library patrons.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including spreadsheet and database software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets), and the ability to learn and utilize enterprise inventory management software.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise a team, including providing work direction, feedback, and performance management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions.
• Commitment to teamwork and fostering a positive work environment.
• Customer service orientation and a commitment to providing efficient and reliable support services.

Responsibilities

• Ability to develop or modify work plans, methods, and procedures to optimize team performance.
• Determine work priorities and develop work schedules to ensure adequate staff coverage across all service areas, including courier operations.
• Provide clear work instructions and offer guidance to employees on complex or unique assignments, promoting innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ability to assign and distribute tasks equitably among team members, taking into account individual skills and workload.
• Review completed work for accuracy and completeness, providing constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Ability to proactively address and resolve operational challenges that arise during daily activities, identifying appropriate solutions to maintain service levels.
• Cultivate a positive and collaborative team environment, encouraging open communication and mutual support.
• Ability to foster regular and transparent communication within the team, keeping staff informed of relevant library news, policy changes, and their impact on operations.
• Ability to establish clear performance goals for team members, document performance regularly, provide timely and constructive feedback, and conduct formal performance evaluations.
• Recognize and reward excellent performance.
• Ability to assist staff in meeting and exceeding performance standards, identifying opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement.
• Document causes for disciplinary action, initiate letters of reprimand as necessary, and make formal recommendations for further disciplinary action.
• Respond to both formal and informal employee grievances and prepare thorough written responses.
• Ability to oversee the daily courier services, ensuring the timely and secure transportation of library materials and other items between all branch libraries using a company vehicle.
• Distributing courier assignments among team members to ensure efficient coverage of all routes.
• Monitoring the adherence to schedules and addressing any delays or issues that may arise.
• Ensuring the proper loading and unloading of materials, equipment, and supplies from the courier vehicle.
• Operate a company vehicle to transport library books, materials, equipment, and supplies between various library locations.
• Verifying that team members maintain accurate records of mileage, delivery loads, and any other relevant information related to courier activities.
• Collaborating with other departments and branch staff to optimize delivery schedules and routes as needed.
• Ensuring that all team members operating company vehicles adhere to safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to generate comprehensive reports for management that track the usage and value of items received and issued.
• Utilize basic computer spreadsheet/database software and/or enterprise inventory management software to accurately compile and present data.
• Ability to track the status of special orders that are critical for the successful completion of significant organizational projects, ensuring timely delivery and communication with relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to assist with collection management tasks as needed, such as sorting and shelving materials to support efficient library operations.

Benefits

• Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan for Life (employee contributes 8.45%, employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan
• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year), 4 paid wellness days, and 12 paid holidays
• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
• Enhanced Work/Life Balance: Employee Assistance Program (6 counseling sessions per year, legal assistance, financial counseling, discounted recreation center passes), Employee Volunteer Program
• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees