INVENTORY MANAGEMENT CLERK

$32,136 - $38,584/Yr

City of Houston - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Inventory Management Clerk position at the City of Houston involves performing a variety of manual and clerical tasks related to the receiving, storing, redistribution, and disposal of surplus City equipment and property. The role requires the individual to receive, unload, and shelve equipment and inventory as part of the process of managing surplus property. This includes comparing and verifying incoming property for accuracy and resolving any discrepancies that may arise. The clerk is responsible for maintaining storerooms, warehouses, and storage areas in a clean, orderly, safe, and secure condition, ensuring the safety and security of materials, supplies, and property at all times. In addition to these responsibilities, the Inventory Management Clerk will perform periodic physical inventory counts and reconcile these counts with inventory records. The position may also involve minor equipment and machinery maintenance or assisting in coordinating external equipment maintenance and repair. The clerk will assist in the disposal of damaged or obsolete items or inventory and will create online auctions, utilizing a digital camera to photograph auction items and researching average market prices for various items sold through government online auction sites. The working conditions for this position involve considerable physical exertion, including regular climbing of ladders and lifting heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) frequently. The clerk may also need to assume awkward positions for extended periods. Routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture, and unpleasant air conditions are expected, as well as potential exposure to soiled materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and clerical tasks in receiving, storing, redistribution, and disposal of surplus City equipment and property.
• Receive, unload, and shelve equipment and inventory as part of managing surplus property.
• Compare and verify incoming property for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain storerooms, warehouses, and storage areas in a clean, orderly, safe, and secure condition.
• Ensure safety and security of materials, supplies, and property.
• Perform periodic physical inventory counts and reconcile counts with inventory records.
• May perform minor equipment and machinery maintenance or assist in coordinating external equipment maintenance and repair.
• Assist in the disposal of damaged or obsolete items or inventory.
• Create online auctions, photograph auction items, and research average market prices for items sold through government online auction sites.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three months of inventory control, materials management record keeping, or clerical experience required.
• Experience in operating a forklift and other materials handling equipment may be required.
• Valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Experience as a Forklift Operator preferred.
• Proven record of reliable work history preferred.
• Experience with disposal of surplus equipment preferred.
• Basic computer skills, creating online auctions, and digital photography preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Opportunities for professional development.