Job Duties
Helps the Warehouse Supervisor in maintaining an effective and efficient institutional warehouse operation ensuring an adequate inventory level of approved items in compliance with Department of Corrections (DOC) and institutional policy and procedure. Assist with ensuring all goods and materials are properly received, properly documented, stored and/or distributed in compliance with all safety and sanitation requirements. Assists the Warehouse Supervisor with maintaining a perpetual inventory system. Assist with the physical inventory of warehouse items. Maintains safety and security and sanitation of warehouse operation. Ensures all staff and inmate workers are properly trained, supervised and monitored.
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Office to include Word and Excel. Demonstrated ability to operate a Forklift and/or tractor. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
Additional Considerations
Valid Driver’s License. Knowledge of warehousing operations, procedures, shipping and receiving. Capable of operating electric pallet jacks, reach trucks and forklifts. Experience with Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA) compliance and handling hazardous materials. Demonstrated ability to interpret and follow oral and written rules and regulations; to maintain harmonious working and public relations; to learn new practices, procedures, and equipment operations. Demonstrated ability to organize and complete work assignments with minimal guidance from others; to understand and apply operating procedures. Forklift Operator Certification. Training and/or experience in warehouse operations. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience with data entry on automated inventory management 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.
If selected as a finalist with the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC), candidates can expect the following:
Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 434-983-4200
Email: Emailed applications are not accepted.
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 AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.