Stores Clerk - Jefferson County Department of Health

TARGET CLOSE DATE:

05/29/2026

PAY GRADE:

Grade 12

TYPE:

Full time

JOB SUMMARY:

The Jefferson County Department of Health is seeking a Stores Clerk to perform work involving the receiving, inventorying, storing, and issuing of supplies, materials, equipment, and related items that support daily agency operations. Responsibilities include verifying and organizing shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records, processing supply requests, distributing materials, monitoring stock levels, and assisting with inventory counts and replenishment activities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Jefferson County Department of Health provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is presented below:

$17.46 - $27.09

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications required for employment consideration for this position. Minimum qualifications are subject to change:

• Driver's license.

• Work experience using basic math skills (e.g., adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing).

• Work experience using computer programs and software (e.g., Microsoft Word or similar word processing software, Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software) to verify, track, and manage data.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Manages inventory levels to ensure adequate stock of materials and supplies, by conducting regular inventory audits, tracking usage patterns, and following organizational inventory control procedures, to prevent shortages, minimize excess, and support uninterrupted operations.

• Inspects incoming shipments by matching packing slips with purchase orders, counting and measuring items, and checking order accuracy to ensure goods are received in proper condition and correct quantities.

• Processes received shipments by completing receiving tickets, preparing return forms, resolving discrepancies, and contacting vendors or delivery services to maintain accountability.

• Organizes warehouse inventory by sorting and placing items in designated locations, rotating stock, and maintaining the merchandise location system to ensure accurate tracking.

• Maintains safe storage conditions by monitoring inventory for expired, obsolete, or damaged items, ensuring proper temperature control, following safety practices, and storing hazardous materials with required Material Safety Data Sheet to ensure a compliant warehouse environment.

• Processes departmental requisitions by entering transactions into inventory systems, logging departmental usage, and forwarding special purchase orders to buyers to maintain accurate records, track inventory consumption, and ensure proper approvals.

• Procures inventory and supplies to meet operational needs, by evaluating vendor options, comparing pricing and availability, and following established procurement procedures and guidelines, to ensure timely availability of resources and cost-effective purchasing.

• Prepares inventory items for delivery by pulling and packing stock, staging materials for dispersal, notifying departments, and transporting supplies to support uninterrupted departmental operations.

• Maintains records by entering, updating, and organizing data using record management software in accordance with organizational and professional standards and guidelines to ensure accuracy of documentation and compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.

• Performs general administrative duties such as scheduling, maintaining documentation, and correspondence preparation by applying established office procedures and using relevant software to ensure departmental operations

• Acts as a liaison of the department by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and vendors to communicate information related to department activities and ensure alignment with overall business objectives and operational requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of light physical activity such as walking and standing. May involve regular lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in a warehouse facility setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.

EEO STATEMENT:

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

ACCOMMODATION:

NOTE:

This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.

DISCLAIMER:

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required for this position and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.