Storekeeper Assistant (37.5 Hour)

The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency located in Rocky Hill. The Department assists Connecticut veterans in the following areas:

• Office of Advocacy and Assistance
• Residential Facility
• The Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center
• Cemetery and Memorial Services

We are currently recruiting for a full time Storekeeper Assistant on the first shift. Hours of work are 7:00 am-3:00 pm, Tuesday through Saturday, Sunday and Monday off.

*The entry level rate for this class will be ten (10%) percent below Step 1 of the salary grade. Upon completion of the initial working test period, the incumbent’s salary will be adjusted to TC pay plan, Step 1 of the salary grade for this class.

This position will be filled in accordance with reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meet the preferred requirements of the position.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Anita Cella at DVARecruit@ct.gov.

This class is accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the receiving, storing and issuing of materials and supplies.

Performs routine stores tasks, with related duties in recordkeeping, requisitioning, or inventory control; receives materials and supplies, unpacks, counts, weighs, inspects for damage or non-conformance with order, wraps, picks, and assembles items; cleans and maintains shelves, bins and other storage space; may operate simple material handling equipment and assist in keeping inventory; in a small agency with limited stores work, may spend a minor part of time in such areas as mail and messenger service or duplicating and reproduction services; in the Department of Motor Vehicles, performs work involving the handling of markers and related tasks, including mailing; in a film library, maintains loan records, performs minor maintenance and repair of audio/visual equipment and film; may receive training in data entry; may drive motor vehicles as assigned; performs related duties as required.

Some interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; ability to follow written and oral instructions and to keep simple records.

Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

Experience in the following areas:

• A mail service or postal operation involving the operation and maintenance of mail service equipment.
• Asset Management.
• Inventory Maintenance.

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
2. A physical examination may be required.

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to weather conditions and may be required to handle hazardous materials/chemicals.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.