Inventory Specialist

Title: Inventory Specialist

Employee Classification: Inventory Specialist

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science

Department: UNT-Chemistry-121200

Job Location: Denton

Salary: 36,336

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Department of Chemistry offers various opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students interested in cutting-edge technology and research. We allow students to pursue their scientific creativity with guidance from leading chemistry faculty. Chemistry is the study of matter and its reactions, provides a basic understanding needed to deal with a variety of societal and scientific needs, including energy, food production, health and medicine, biotechnology, new materials, environmental concerns, new processes, and national defense. Chemistry is a science central to the study of medicine, biology and modern physics.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The purpose of this position is to maintain stockroom inventory, distribute chemicals, laboratory equipment, and train and co-supervise student assistants. Maintain all records for stockroom inventory, issue receipts, stock control and purchasing in relation to Chemistry Department. Assists Stockroom Manager in the processing of purchase orders and related documents. Cover all daily stockroom duties during Stockroom Manager's absence, i.e.: days off, vacation or illness

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED equivalent and four years of experience in inventory, purchasing or related field. Substitution of education for experience allowed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Skill in making mathematical calculations and computations. Ability to keep records, to assemble and organize data, and to prepare and submit reports in acceptable formats. Supervisory skills. Experience in inventory stock control which includes purchasing, receiving and distributing stock. Experience with computer data base systems and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of State of Texas regulations and systems for purchasing will be considered a plus

Job Duties

• Orders, receives, checks and verifies acceptability of inventory and special order items as to condition, quality and conformance with terms of purchase and Pcard orders. Maintains inventory stock levels to minimize shortages. Plan space allocation for existing items and for future requirements. Stores commodities, apparatus, supplies and equipment. Maintains automated and physical inventory records and files utilizing computerized inventory control system 
• Distributes chemicals, laboratory equipment, supplies and controlled items over the counter or through personal delivery 
• Co-supervises part time student worker when one is available. Assigns work and trains employees as required 
• Works with the University Environmental Health and Safety Officer regarding pick up of hazardous chemicals and related items. Stores and dispenses chemicals for research. Maintains and inventory for tax free alcohol for the Bureau of Alcohol and Firearms and for controlled substances 
• Assist with the annual consumable supplies Inventory required by Texas State Auditors. Keep inventory stocked with adequate supplies 
• Assist with annual capital equipment inventory required by Texas State Auditors 
• Other duties as assigned by Stockroom Manager 

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Environmental Hazards

• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Work with toxic or caustic chemicals.

Work Schedule

M-F, 8am-5pm

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.