Job Details

Storekeeper

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting Virginia's health. It is made up of a statewide central office in Richmond and 32 local health districts.

As part of the Virginia Department of Health, Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts (HPHD) are two health districts serving the residents of the Cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Williamsburg, and the Counties of James City and York.

The Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts are focused on four key pillars to create a sustainable and engaged workforce:

• Workforce Development and Training
• Culture and Climate
• Community Engagement and Partnerships
• Communication and Openness

Through these pillars, we aim to achieve our mission of becoming the healthiest districts in the state and better serve our communities. Apply and join the Virginia Department of Health's efforts to become the healthiest state in the nation.

Looking for a hands-on role where every day is a little different?

If so, then the Hampton and Peninsula Health District Storekeeper role is for you! So, no two days are ever the same! If you're someone who takes pride in doing things right, enjoys working independently, and wants to be part of a team that makes a real impact, then this is the position for you!

Independently receives, classifies, and stores incoming stock; pulls, packs, and ships orders assigned by supervisor. Ensures incoming and outgoing orders are checked against invoice/packing list. Counts and inventories as assigned, assists with cleanup and storage of records, distributes supplies and conducts periodic inventories. May serve as building custodian, responsible for ensuring building is locked/open when scheduled, inspecting daily to find security/cleaning/repair problems, and serving as lead worker of cleaning team. May back up mail/messenger staff delivering mail, lab specimens, and bank deposits.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of general storeroom operations and procedures, including inventory control
• Computer and typing skills and the ability to key information into automated databases; working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; working knowledge of calculator and familiarity with completing forms/internal documentation
• Ability to lift or move heavy objects up to and including 30 - 60 lbs
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with the public and co-workers
• Strong organizational and customer services skills

Additional Considerations

• Prior experience as a storekeeper responsible for security and issuance of large inventory including office/medical/cleaning/miscellaneous supplies

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Contact Information

Name: HPHD Human Resources

Phone: 757-###-####

Email: ...@vdh.virginia.gov

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer