Storekeeper I

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

CITY OF UNALASKA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
SUPPLY DEPARTMENT

OPEN DATE:     2/12/20
CLOSE DATE:   2/18/20
POSITION:         STOREKEEPER I
WAGE:                [union position min- mid hiring range] $ 25.29 – 26.83 / hour

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Storekeeper I in the Department of Public Works.  Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,500 full-time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Storekeeper I is an entry-level position that, under the direct supervision of the Supply Division Supervisor, receives stocks, and organizes and issues various materials.  The work involves several sequential steps in the receiving, stocking, and recording of inventory.   

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Must have knowledge of filling out work orders, dispensing items, post to inventory control cards, and prepare inventory cards and boxes for new stock items and tag items. Must be capable of reorganizing for better accessibility, and have strong multitasking skills. Must have knowledge of how to safety operate a motor vehicle and/or forklift to facilitate the movement of materials on a limited basis. Must be capable to perform data entry of orders using inventory software and log fuel entries and assemble bill-out work order information.  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent.
College or a technical training with emphasis on inventory control, business, and/or computers preferred.
Experience operating a forklift and handling/transporting freight preferred. 
Other combination of experience that is relevant to perform the essential functions of the position will be evaluated on an individual basis. 

LICENCES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Required to have, or be able to obtain, an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire.
Ability to pass all required pre-employment testing i.e. criminal background and work history and random drug testing.
Must be eligible to work in the US; meet employment requirement by Federal Law; if hired, must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9).

BENEFITS:
Travel allowance $2,000 every year on date of hire anniversary.
Medical premium 100% employer paid (employee & dependents).
Free enrollment and coverage of self and dependents for membership of Lifemed.
Free Parks, Culture and Recreation Membership (employee only). 
Paid Time Off starting at 16 hours a month.
Eligible for Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
Up to 100% Tuition Reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III for details).

TO APPLY:
Submit a City of Unalaska Application. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Department at 907-581-1252, or by downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us.  Return completed form to City of Unalaska: Administration P.O Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685 and/or emailing to [email protected] or by fax at 907-581-4469.