Introduction
Are you self-motivated and experienced in inventory control, warehouse operations, fiscal oversight, and staff supervision?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
CONTINUE TO ENJOY
CTDOT was recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE)!
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Location: Central Warehouse, 660 Brook Street, Rocky Hill, CT
- Monday through Friday
- 7:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
- Office/On-site
The Transportation Material Storage Supervisor position requires an experienced inventory and operations professional capable of balancing office-based responsibilities with regular field travel to multiple DOT stockrooms for oversight of operations.
The selected candidate will play a key role in maintaining safety, inventory accuracy, ensuring compliance with DOT policies and procedures, supporting standardized operational practices, and overseeing effective Core-CT inventory management processes.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Directing operations for four (4) or more Store locations, including regular reporting to the Central Warehouse
- Scheduling, assigning, overseeing, and reviewing the work of staff
- Providing staff training, guidance, and operational assistance
- Conducting employee performance evaluations and monitoring work performance
- Establishing priorities and coordinating daily office and field operations
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining office procedures and operational workflows
- Recommending updates to policies, procedures, and operational standards
- Serving as a liaison with internal operating units, external agencies, and other officials regarding operational and procedural matters
- Preparing reports, correspondence, and administrative documentation
- Reviewing and adjusting inventory values related to deterioration, damage, or obsolescence
- Preparing detailed inventory and operational reports
- Directing and overseeing preparation of annual inventory reporting and related documentation
- Developing forms, instructions, and revised procedures related to Stores accounting and inventory operations
- Traveling independently to multiple DOT Stockrooms to conduct operational oversight
- Conducting field inspections of Storeroom operations, inventory practices, and facility conditions
- Assisting in the establishment and revision of standards and specifications for stock items
- Reviewing and approving requisitions and purchases submitted by Material Storage Supervisors
- Overseeing stock distribution, material transfers, inventory storage methods, and material location practices across multiple facilities
- Maintaining responsibility for the security, accountability, and control of inventory, commodities, assets, and materials
- Investigating inventory discrepancies, irregularities, and operational concerns affecting inventory accuracy or compliance
- Performing related duties as required
ABOUT US
As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.
Learn more about our mission, vision, and values by clicking here!
Selection Plan
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
- Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
- Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
- Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
- Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
- Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
- Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
- Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
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- The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
- Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
- This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.
QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Sharon McIntosh, at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Transportation this class is accountable for supervising Material Storage Supervisors engaged in the handling and storage of materials, supplies and repair parts.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews the work of staff;
- Provides staff training and assistance;
- Conducts performance evaluations;
- Determines priorities and plans office work;
- Establishes and maintains office procedures;
- Develops or makes recommendations on the development of policies and standards;
- Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding office policies and procedures;
- Prepares reports and correspondence;
- In the office is responsible for maintaining a perpetual inventory record of all Department of Transportation stores in central and field storehouses;
- Adjusts values of losses caused by deterioration or obsolescence;
- Prepares detailed reports concerning Department of Transportation stores;
- Directs the preparation of the annual inventory report;
- Draws up forms and instructions and puts in operation new or changed methods of stores accounting;
- In the field, directs the activities of four (4) or more stores locations;
- Conducts field inspection of stores;
- Assists in the setting up of standards and specifications for stock items and advises on need for revision;
- Reviews and approves requisitions and purchases made by Material Storage Supervisors for stock purchases;
- Responsible for the distribution of stock, the transfer of items and the locating and methods of storing materials in several stores locations;
- Security of store material;
- Investigates discrepancies in records or any unusual conditions affecting stock;
- Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Considerable knowledge of
- the principles and practices of handling and storing materials, supplies, and repair parts;
- the methods and procedures of stock control and storage;
- relevant agency policies and procedures;
- Knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures;
- Considerable
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communications skills;
- Considerable ability in adapting general office practices and procedures to stores control;
- Ability to
- audit stock accounts;
- keep records and make reports;
- utilize computer software;
- Supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Six (6) years of experience in materials storage handling in charge of a large complex stores operation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity.
NOTE: For state employees lead experience is interpreted at the level of Transportation Maintainer 3. Supervisory experience is interpreted at the level of Material Storage Supervisor 1.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training in business administration may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling six (6) months experience to a maximum of four (4) years.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Supervisory experience overseeing diverse workgroups
- Experience in applying inventory control procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and internal controls
- Experience with storeroom operations, procurement, and inventory management, with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency
- Experience working with CORE-CT modules, including Financials, Inventory, Queries, and HRMS (Time and Labor)
- Experience with inventory controls and physical inventory processes
- Experience with working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while providing effective customer service and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
Conclusion
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.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.