Supply Specialist (Limited Duration) (Rotational Opportunity – ODOT Only)

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

6d • $4,312 - $5,988 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation is hiring a Supply Specialist 2 for its Delivery & Operations Division, Maintenance & Operations Branch, Fleet Services Section, Supply Operations Unit in Salem. The position supports the agency by receiving, storing, maintaining, and shipping stocked supplies, including personal protective equipment, ODOT forms, and controlled DMV inventory such as forms and license plates. The specialist maintains accurate physical and computerized inventory records across multiple warehouses and helps ensure agency teams have the materials they need to serve Oregonians.

This is a limited-duration appointment expected to end on or before December 31, 2026. It is benefits eligible and may have the potential to become permanent. The opportunity may also be filled as a rotational assignment for eligible current ODOT employees; a rotational assignment does not itself lead to permanent employment in the role and requires manager approval.

The position involves work in both a standard office environment and warehouse settings, including physical labor and lifting up to 65 pounds. It requires driving as an essential function and operating warehouse and delivery equipment. The successful candidate must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Requirements

• Three years of stocking, storeroom, or warehouse experience that included purchasing a variety of supplies, equipment, or materials; maintaining inventory records; and shipping and receiving materials and equipment.
• Valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record; the license does not need to be issued in Oregon.
• Rotational assignment applicants must be current permanent ODOT employees in good standing, meet the position’s minimum qualifications, and obtain manager approval. Temporary and limited-duration employees are not eligible for the rotation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in warehouse, supply chain, or inventory management operations.
• Advanced organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as a strong team member, lead, identify priorities, and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and inventory management programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience making independent decisions based on defined procedures and policies.
• Adaptability to changing tasks and daily priorities.

Responsibilities

• Receive, request, store, ship, and record inventory at multiple warehouse locations.
• Assign, instruct, and oversee daily work, including pulling supplies, loading and unloading trucks, and maintaining clean storage areas.
• Monitor, assess, and reconcile computerized and physical inventories to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Provide backup to the lead worker by identifying priorities and schedules, monitoring customer inventory needs, projecting supply needs, reordering supplies, and responding to customer inquiries.
• Inspect incoming shipments, resolve discrepancies with vendors or freight carriers, enter stock into computer systems, and place items in assigned storage locations.
• Pull, package, wrap, and label orders; issue products for shipment and select an appropriate delivery method.
• Maintain and update computerized inventory systems, including FIMS, OLIVR, TEAMS, and OregonBuys.
• Communicate with coworkers and customers about stock availability, ordering, and purchasing procedures.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jacks, box truck, and delivery van to manage inventory and deliver products to customer locations.
• Evaluate invoices, requests, and budgets, and approve or resolve identified issues.

Benefits

• Benefits-eligible limited-duration appointment.
• Work/life balance.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid leave.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.
• Salary range increases by 6.95% for participating PERS members or when the employee becomes PERS eligible.

What This Job Offers

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