CAREER DESCRIPTION STORE CLERK This position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:
Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
This recruitment is
open to the public and will be advertised from Tuesday, August 27, 2024, to Monday, September 2, 2024.
Applications will only be accepted on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, until 11:59 P.M. (PST) . On this date only, the apply button will appear and qualified candidates may apply. This recruitment will establish an
open eligible list and will be used to fill current and future Store Clerk positions at OC Health Care Agency. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
THE AGENCY
The
County of Orange , Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the direction of the Agency Director, a new and dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five (5) service areas - Administrative Services, Behavioral Health Services, Correctional Health Services, Public Health Services and Specialized Medical Services - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.
THE DEPARMENT Through assessment, policy development and assurance,
Public Health Services (PHS) provides a wide range of services aimed at improving the health of our community by reducing the transmission of communicable diseases, preventing and lessening the impact of chronic diseases, and ensuring healthy and safe environments.
THE PROGRAM
Health Promotion and Community Planning (HPCP) focuses on keeping people healthy by engaging and empowering individuals and communities to choose healthy behaviors, make changes that reduce the risk of developing chronic disease and other morbidities; and helping the community navigate and link to resources available in the community.
THE OPPORTUNITY The Store Clerk is responsible for facilitating the ordering, receiving, storing and issuance of a wide variety of office supplies, forms, and equipment. The position is also responsible for maintaining product inventory records and coordinating surplus. The position will report to the Program Supervisor II. The responsibilities of the Store Clerk will include, but are not limited to:
- Operate a small size storeroom stocking a variety of office supplies (i.e. pens, pencils, paper, toners), as well as two (2) locations that store program specific items and supplies
- Create requisitions for supply purchases and submit orders to multiple vendors
- Contact vendors for quotes
- Maintain records of items received and dispensed to particular areas using computer software programs (i.e. Word, Excel, inventory systems, etc.)
- Organize, clean, and maintain storerooms at all times
- Check received items for damage and coordinate with vendors for replacement or credit for damaged or missing items
- Repeated lifting of 30 or more pounds, multiple times throughout shift. Items that require lifting include, but are not limited to: table, chairs, cases of copy paper, program specific materials
- Operate dolly, and push carts to move heavy objects such as table chairs and program materials
- Rotate stock when delivering goods onto shelves or into cabinets, and containers
- Operate a County vehicle to pick up/deliver program supplies, program materials and other miscellaneous products such as:
- Equipment that requires repair from multiple repair vendors
- Receive and recycle materials
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently. Experience in operating and maintaining a storeroom or similar institutional setting (i.e. warehouse experience) is preferred.
The ideal candidate will also demonstrate knowledge and experience in the following competencies:
Technical Skills | Experience - Creating, modifying and tracking purchases
- Maintaining inventory using Excel spreadsheet
- Ordering supplies or equipment using a computerized inventory system
- Knowledge of conducting physical inventories (can occur daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly or yearly depending on the different programs priority and demands)
- Preparing clear and concise inventory records and reports
- Being aware of budget spending and using initiative to find best pricing when ordering items/supplies
- Utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams proficiently
- Operating and using a variety of electronic and automated office machines and equipment
Communication and Relationship Building - Responding to various departmental emails in a timely manner
- Building and maintaining effective working relationships with all levels within HCA Health Promotion and Community Planning (HPCP) staff and other County department/agency contacts
- Working well with co-workers, possessing a positive attitude and standing out as a team player
Self-Management - Demonstrating integrity and being self-motivated
- Organizing, maintaining and storing records (supply invoices, packing slips, equipment) neatly and properly
- Managing workload and time accordingly; multitasking while handling frequent interruptions
- Working independently and anticipating the next task without supervisor's directions
Safety Focus - Making sound judgments, taking actions or making decisions to prevent injury
- Being alert and mindful of personal safety and security at all times while transporting supplies or equipment
- Adhering to safety guidelines and staying up to date with HCA Safety Compliance yearly trainings and refreshers
- Knowledge of defensive driving techniques and best practices
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSClick
here to learn about the minimum qualifications for the Store Clerk position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for candidates who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities, which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the listed recruiter for any questions, or to request an accommodation during the testing/selection process.
Physical Requirements: Independent body mobility to stand, walk long corridors and climb or descend multiple stairways quickly; bend, stoop and sit for prolonged periods of time to perform daily tasks in a storeroom, warehouse and office environment; strength to frequently lift, bend, carry, push and pull over 65 pounds; manual dexterity to use hands, arms and shoulders repetitively to move boxes, push/pull carts for supplies, write, use a keyboard and other office and warehouse equipment; ascend or descend ladders or step stools using feet and legs/hands and arms; ability to frequently move quickly and easily; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person, over the telephone and in small groups; vision sufficient to see/read a computer screen; able to operate motor vehicles (i.e. cargo van, Flatbed Truck).
Environmental Conditions: Will be required to work in a standard office environment.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via e-mail of their status in the process.
Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Online Assessment (Weighted 100%)
Applicants whose experience and education appear to best meet the needs of the department will be invited to participate in an online multiple-choice examination. Only the applicants who receive the highest score on the assessment will be referred to the eligible list.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List
Once the assessments have been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Email Notification Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click
here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Gazala Yerunkar 714-834-3205 or gyerunkar@ochca.com .
EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
