Job Duties
Manage Deliveries on Campus
Duties include planning delivery routes, safely operating delivery vehicles,
unloading and staging items. and communicating with department contacts regarding delivery status or
discrepancies.
Manage Receiving of Incoming Goods
Duties include unloading shipments from transport vehicles, properly storing materials. maintaining accurate inventory records and coordinating with departments to confirm receipt.
Manage Warehouse cleaning
The position ensures that aisles, storage areas, and workspaces are free of hazards, properly arranged, and regularly inspected. Duties include removing debris, organizing supplies and equipment, performing routine housekeeping tasks, and ensuring that cleaning practices meet university and OSHA guidelines
Ensure goods are entered in Banner Financial System and Daily Receiving Log
Receives items on Banner, eVa, and on the daily computerized log within three working
days of the date items were physically received in Central receiving.
Secures Warehouse on a daily basis.
Minimum Qualifications
The position requires working knowledge of general warehouse operations and practices, along with the ability to read, write, and perform routine mathematical calculations.
Proficiency in the safe use of forklifts pallet Jacks, and related ware outside equipment is essential, as well as the ability to operate calculators, computer keyboards, and standard office or warehouse software.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy are critical, along with effective communication and customer service skills for working with diverse groups.
The role requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team and the physical capability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds and to safely operate a heavy-duty truck when needed.
Additional Considerations
Familiarity with Banner and state procurement systems is preferred.
Preferred qualifications include prior experience in a higher education or state agency environment, current forklift certification, and familiarity with automated inventory and state procurement systems.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY:
Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed, e-mailed, and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested persons must attach a cover letter and a current resume/c.v to the online application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of employment.
The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check, which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment, if applicable.
Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.