Storekeeper (25 Hour) Office/On-Site Recruitment # 250213-8132TC-001 Location Rocky Hill, CT Date Opened 2/26/2025 12:00:00 AM Salary $22.91 - $29.15/hour (*New State employees start at minimum) Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 3/7/2025 11:59:00 PM Go Back Apply View Benefits (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) + + + + Introduction Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? Are you looking to take the next step in your career? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity! THE POSITION: The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of V eterans Affairs (DVA (https://portal.ct.gov/DVA/About-Us) ) is currently seeking a qualified and experienced individual for the position of Storekeeper (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=8132TC&R1=&R3=) to join our team within our Health Care Center. HIGHLIGHTS: + ADDRESS: 287 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT + SCHEDULE: Part -Time, (25 hours), First Shift, Mon day - Friday 8:30am -1:30pm. + POSITION NUMBER: 3209 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: + Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page! + Professional growth and development opportunities + A healthy work/life balance (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) to all employees + Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers. *Benefit offerings will vary with part-time positions. DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO: + Engage in a rewarding career; + Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve; + Make a difference in the public sector; and + Work together in a collaborative team environment. The Role: Job duties include, but are not limited to: + Receives and issues stock and maintains records of receipts, requisitions, and stock on hand. + Arranges stock in planned fashion, with due account taken of age, accessibility, safety and security. + Clarifies amount and condition of stock on hand and reports all discrepancies or need for replenishment. + Verifies quantity and quality of incoming supplies against invoices, dray bills, bills of lading and orders. + Maintains housekeeping and security of stores area. ABOUT US For over 160 years, DVA has been caring for its veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in "serving those who have served." This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services. Start with us! Stay with us! Grow with us! Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: + Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. + Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below. + Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. + Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. + Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. + Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. + Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: + Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). + Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! + Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. + The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. + Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Julie Barker at Julie.Barker@ct.gov . Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) This class is accountable for independently performing a full range of various stores duties, both manual and clerical, such as receiving, storing, issuing, inspecting, inventorying, and the like; may be in charge of a small storeroom or be a specialist in a phase of total stores operation. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES + Receives and issues stock and maintains records of receipts, requisitions, and stock on hand; + Arranges stock in planned fashion, with due account taken of age, accessibility, safety and security; + Clarifies amount and condition of stock on hand and reports all discrepancies or need for replenishment; + Verifies quantity and quality of incoming supplies against invoices, dray bills, bills of lading and orders; + Maintains housekeeping and security of stores area; + Takes required inventory of materials and supplies; + Receives gas station reports and makes necessary corrections; + Keeps mileage and maintenance records of vehicles in car pool; + Inspects material handling equipment, scales, gas pumps and other allied storeroom equipment for accuracy and safety; + Codes and inventories furniture and equipment; + Operates material handling equipment; + May perform purchasing functions for inventory item stock replenishment; + May drive motor vehicles as assigned; + May enter data into a computer; + Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY + Knowledge of + the methods of requisitioning, handling, storing and issuing of materials and supplies; + safe and efficient warehousing practices including purchasing; + Skills + interpersonal skills; + oral and written communication skills; + Ability to + keep accurate stock records and inventories; + utilize computer software. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Two (2) years of experience in stock or warehouse work or closely related work that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Experience working at a health care center. + Experience with warehouse and inventory control. + Experience using Microsoft Office Suite applications and enterprise financial systems. + Experience communicating by email with State agency stakeholders or healthcare center stakeholders. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS + Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION + Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including snow and ice removal, whenever their services are required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS + Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties. + A physical examination may be required. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to weather conditions and may be required to handle hazardous materials/chemicals. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online