Stores Clerk

State of Indiana • Pendleton, IN

409d • Remote

About The Position

The Stores Clerk position at the Pendleton Correctional Facility involves managing inventory and supplies within a correctional environment. The role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy of orders, maintaining detailed inventory records, and supervising the storage and disbursement of goods. The clerk will also oversee lower-level stores clerks and ensure compliance with state regulations regarding inventory control and storage procedures.

Requirements

• Must test negative on all drug screenings.
• Ability to successfully complete all required training and certifications.
• Ability to adhere to the Department's dress code and grooming requirements.
• Working knowledge of requisitioning and disbursing procedure, consumption rates of stored items, and inventory control procedures.
• Working knowledge of stock items, storage locations, and the proper methods of storing a variety of goods and supplies based upon efficient space utilization and a variety of state and federal regulations.
• Working knowledge of large-scale inventory control methods and procedures.
• Working knowledge of computerized inventory systems and/or data base software.
• Practical knowledge of state regulations in handling and storing refrigerated commodities and perishables.

Nice To Haves

• Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Authorize the accuracy of all orders received in the storeroom and authorize all goods received.
• Contact vendors regarding partial shipments and/or mis orders.
• Maintain detailed inventory records and records of items ordered.
• Evaluate and recognize record-keeping or storage procedures as necessary.
• Ensure proper storage procedures and rotation of stock for perishable items.
• Receive, stock, disburse, and control goods and supplies.
• Organize and assign work of lower-level stores clerks assigned to the warehouse/commissary.
• Maintain security in the supervision of incarcerated individuals assigned to the warehouse/commissary during working hours.

Benefits

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid new parent leave, Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave, Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off, 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED