Police Storekeeper #OC-2090-2785

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR:   POLICE STOREKEEPER

FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation; paid Sick Leave; Personal Days.

IMPORTANT:

1.       Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled Veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.

2.       Residents – Five (5) Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Ordinances dated March 18, 2011. Proper documentation and proof of residence must be submitted no later than the closing date for applications.

This position is covered under the written Agreement between the City of Waterbury and the Waterbury City Employees' Association (White-Collar) Union.

Operates the Police Department stockroom or the Police Department  Property and Evidence room according to established Police Department rules and regulations, policies and procedures, and in compliance with State and Federal law. Perform all related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:   Position in this class involves the ability to work effectively and be responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, equipment, inventory, and integrity of either the Police Department stockroom or the Police Department’s Property and Evidence room, and that strict adherence to State And Federal law is maintained in either location. The work is performed with general supervision exercised through the Officer in Charge of the Property and Evidence Division for Police Storekeeper assigned to the Property and Evidence room and by the Police Department’s Fiscal Manager for the Police Storekeeper assigned to the Police Department’s stockroom.

Applicant must be able to demonstrate that they possess: a high level of moral and ethical integrity and be considered trust worthy; knowledge of procedures used in the receipt, storage, handling and control of Police Department related merchandise; an ability to maintain inventory and stock control records; ability to understand and carry out oral, written or diagrammatic instruction; ability to make  arithmetical calculations involving fractions, decimals and percentages; familiarity with processes for which uniforms  and other police equipment is ordered and kept in stock; familiarity with the safe handling and storage of police equipment and weapons; ability to effectively work both with sworn Police Personnel and the general public in a polite and respectful manner. Knowledge of safe handling of police issued equipment and supplies, including obtaining quotes from vendors, and inspecting and receiving large orders. Knowledge of inventory computer programs and systems. Microsoft Office Software: Excel, Word and Outlook preferred.

One year experience purchasing equipment and supplies, including obtaining quotes from vendors, plus inspecting and receiving large orders, and maintaining accurate inventory of equipment and supplies, preferably in a military facility or law enforcement agency.   Completion of a High School Diploma or GED.

All candidates must successfully pass a thorough background investigation.

Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Physical Requirements:  POLICE STOREKEEPER

Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class. A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

 The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the district when necessary.

Prepared on: October 22, 2026