Inventory & Property Associate I Bangor , Maine , United States | Maintenance and Operations | Full-time Apply by: Feb. 18, 2025 Apply with Linkedin Apply Opening Date: January 31, 2025Closing Date: February 18, 2025Job Class Code: 1218 Grade: 11 Salary: $17.64 - $24.12/hr. Job duties: This is a classification in the Inventory & Property Management Job Family. Positions in this job family perform inventory and property management actions related to ordering, procuring, storing, distributing, and/or disposing of inventory and/or property. This job family is distinguished by its role in managing public property. This is Complex inventory and property management support services requiring a solid knowledge of inventory and property management principles and techniques. Positions in this classification provide office and administrative support work involving responsibility for inventory operations of a warehouse and/or stockroom. Responsibilities require independent judgment in handling exceptions to established work assignments, priorities, and schedules. This position performs inventory and property management tasks related to ordering, procuring, storing, distributing, and/or disposing of inventory and/or property. This position also provides office and administrative support work involving responsibility for inventory operations of a warehouse and/or stockroom. Responsibilities require independent judgment in handling exceptions to established work assignments, priorities, and schedules. · Verify inventory for conformance to prescribed specifications and accept or reject accordingly. · Test and evaluate sample inventory, as requested. · Package and distribute inventory. · Write requisitions, purchase orders, and/or contract lease forms. · Recommend new or modified storage methods. · Ability to perform work requiring lifting and/or physical exertion may be required. Preference will be given to those who have experience in a warehouse environment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO the following coursework/training and/or experience.) Training, education or experience in office and administrative support work that demonstrates 1) competency in applying a solid knowledge of inventory and property management principles to perform complex work in conducting inventory operations for a warehouse or stockroom and 2) the ability to use independent judgment in handling exceptions to established work assignments, priorities and schedules. All positions in this classification assume the qualifications of:Inventory and Property Assistant. APPLICATION INFORMATION: For additional information about this position please contact Rebecca Bennett at 207-561-5431 or emailrebecca.bennett@maine.gov. To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter. To request a paper application, please contact Theresa Peppard at theresa.m.peppard@maine.gov. Benefits of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: + Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. + Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. + Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value). + Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). + Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing parents and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under theFamily and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/workplace-posters) . State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) . Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.