Position Title:Storekeeper II
Job Group:Merit
Required Minimum Qualifications:- One year of work experience in storekeeping, accounting, business administration or job related work, or Any combination of such experience and post high school education that totals one year. – Possession of appropriate drivers license as required.
Preferred Qualifications:ServSafe Certification Supply
Waste management experience
Experience handling inventory
Experience ordering food and supplies
Job Description:
Do you enjoy staying active and getting things done first in the morning? Start your day early, finish with your afternoons free, and enjoy a steady routine at Iowa State University as a Storekeeper II .
In this vital role, you’ll take on operations of a dining facility storeroom at one of our many unique locations on campus, ensuring everything flows efficiently. From receiving early morning deliveries and organizing supplies to overseeing coolers and freezers, you’ll lead student workers and collaborate with a team of dedicated cooks and managers to keep the kitchen and operations well-prepped and organized.
This position is ideal for someone who’s detail-oriented, values structure, and thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. With plenty of variety, it offers the satisfaction of keeping everything in its place and running on time. It’s more than a job-it’s a chance to contribute to a team that appreciates your organizational skills and dedication.
On top of a steady schedule, Iowa State University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, vision, dental, vacation, and retirement – we’ve got you covered. Plus, your coverage begins on your first day if you enroll on time!
Under general supervision, operates a small storeroom, or is in charge of one or more functions of a large storeroom operation. Provides functional supervision to storeroom personnel as required.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
+ Receives, stores and issues equipment, materials, supplies, foodstuffs, etc., according to established methods.
+ Stores special stock items requiring treatment which may deviate from established storekeeping methods in assigning space and identification.
+ Issues items which require knowledge of specific areas of supply operation and good knowledge of stock characterized by susceptibility to spontaneous combustion, toxicity, fragility, rapid deterioration, contamination, ease of physical damage.
+ Performs tasks independently in connection with checking and tallying special or technical items of supply.
+ Verifies stock against shipping authorizations for agreement as to quantities, descriptions, sizes, conditions and conformance to purchase orders.
+ Searches manufacturers’ catalogs, technical bulletins, nomenclature lists, etc. to identify special items; seeks advice of operating personnel to insure compliance with purchase orders for unusual orders.
+ Applies storekeeping procedures and methods in arranging space, conducting inventory, estimating needs, and maintaining and preparing records and reports as directed.
+ Makes minor adjustments or repairs to items carried in stock.
+ Drives, loads, and unloads a delivery truck periodically.
+ Assist faculty and staff in setting up and operating equipment for lectures, regular laboratory work, or special demonstrations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
+ Knowledge of storeroom methods and procedures.
+ Knowledge of the characteristics, uses and proper handling/storage techniques of items supplied.
+ Knowledge of proper lifting and bending techniques.
+ Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions.
+ Ability to prepare and maintain stock records, reports, and inventories.
+ Ability to perform basic arithmetic functions involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
+ Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and constituents.
+ Ability to work independently.
+ Ability to provide functional supervision.
+ Ability to work with computerized inventory control system.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:06
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application.
Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
+ Resume
+ Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
+ Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
+ Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
+ Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
+ Life insurance and long-term disability
+ Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Various voluntary benefits and discounts
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: January 10, 2025
Posting Close Date:January 20, 2025
Job Requisition Number:R16216
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive?land-grant?mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university’s Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .
If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
