INVENTORY CONTROL ASSISTANT 2

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce dedicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

The Inventory Control Assistant 2 monitors and maintains stock levels while arranging for the procurement of new or replacement materials and services.

Inventory Procurement and Control

• Procure materials, equipment, and supplies using various purchasing methods, including requisitions, commodity service releases, service orders, and ProCard.
• Review and verify daily transaction tabulation reports and initiate corrective actions.
• Support inventory customers by facilitating the timely disbursement, receipt, and proper storage of materials.
• Monitor contract orders for upcoming expiration dates.
• Track expenditures to ensure compliance and budget control.
• Coordinate and conduct daily inventory and cycle counts to ensure accuracy of master records and physical inventory.
• Investigate inventory variances, identify root causes, and initiate corrective actions.
• Move and manage materials by operating equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and skid steers.
• Authorize invoice payments for purchase orders, service orders, and other purchases by matching invoices with delivery tickets and verifying all supporting documentation.
• Inspect incoming materials against packing slips and purchase orders and arrange for acceptance or rejection as appropriate.
• Verify all materials are properly coded, stored, and secured. 
• Handle phone orders and dispatch field crews.

Divisional Support

• Lead and prioritize the daily tasks of the Inventory Control Assistant 1 staff, City Laborers, and other assigned personnel to align with departmental goals and timelines.
• Support Inventory Managers in maintaining cleanliness and organization of inventory store areas, stockrooms, yards, and storage buildings.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

The Inventory Control Assistant 2 must be willing and able to do the following:

• Must be available for emergency call-in work during non-standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Withstand variable environmental conditions both indoors and out, such as heat, cold, fumes, oil, and dust.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment/material alone up to 75 pounds more with assistance.
•  Ability to stand for prolonged periods up to eight hours per day.
• Perform physical activities in the work environment that require agility, including ascending or descending ladders, stairs, walking and standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, balancing, pushing, and pulling.

The preplacement medical requirements for this title include the following:

• Drug Test
• Physical with lift test
• Audiogram
• Vision test

1. Two years of experience performing functions related to storekeeping, warehousing, inventory control and/or purchasing.
2. Valid driver’s license at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
3. Good driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
4. Forklift operator and Skidster Certification within six months of appointment.

Technical

• Knowledge of storekeeping, warehousing and inventory control, and purchasing procedures.
• Knowledge of general construction materials and methods.
• Knowledge of and ability to use bar-coding technology.
• Data entry and computer skills to accurately enter, code, and track inventory and purchases.
• Ability to read and interpret forms, blueprints, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to learn and safely operate a forklift and skid steer to load and unload supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safe work procedures in repair shops.
• Ability to use all equipment safely, including departmental vehicles.
• Ability to monitor the work site area, including pedestrian and vehicle traffic, to ensure the safety of the city employees and the public.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with coworkers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.
• Verbal communication skills to effectively communicate in person and over the phone.
• Written communication skills to compose clear and error-free correspondence and reports.
• Customer service skills to positively interact and effectively communicate with diverse staff at all levels of the organization and the general public, vendors, and contractors.
• Ability to positively interact and effectively communicate with diverse staff at all levels of the organization, the general public, vendors, and contractors.

Critical Thinking and Professionalism

• Ability to prioritize the activities of others in performing storekeeping activities and maintaining inventory control.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate receipt, storage, and distribution of materials.
• Problem-solving skills to find solutions to unique situations.
• Organizational skills and the ability to multitask to accomplish work efficiently and within deadlines.
• Honesty and the ability to safeguard all departmental property.
• Ability to perform duties in a competent, dependable, and courteous manner.
• Ability to remain calm and function effectively under stress.
• Ability to serve as an effective steward of City resources.

The current salary range (Pay Range 8DN) is $51,816-$67,106 annually, and the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $53,370-$69,119 annually. Appointment will be made in accordance with the City of Milwaukee Salary Ordinance.

BENEFITS

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. The component weights for the selection process will be determined through further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• Applications and further information may be accessed by visiting https://www.jobapscloud.com/MIL/
• If you need assistance with completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.