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Job Description
Description:
Under general direction, incumbent supervises the shipment, receipt, issuance, storage and protection of all materials and equipment at two locations, the Water Quality Control Plant warehouse and the M.S.C. Stores warehouse facilities. The incumbent establishes warehousing and distribution standards and procedures utilizing a computerized inventory system, develops storage space utilization plans, prepares and maintains the budget and conducts required inventories of the surplus materials and equipment. Incumbent works within general methods and procedures and exercises considerable independent judgment in selecting the proper courses of action. Incumbent supervises staff at two warehouse locations.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is a supervisory classification providing customer service to internal departments and staff related to shipping, receiving and storage of materials. Incumbent oversees daily operations including customer service and supervision of non-management employees. Responsibilities include developing work plans, determining priorities, scheduling, making assignments and determining completion of work. Incumbent also evaluates performance, coaches, trains and disciplines.
Ideal Candidate:
Warehouse management experience,
Public Sector experience preferred
(UPS)- ERP experience - enterprise resource planning (SAP experience preferred)
Supervisory experience
Essential Duties:
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:- Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; and making hiring, termination and disciplinary recommendations.
- Implements and maintains the computerized inventory control system through weekly cycle counts. Coordinates and assures the proper inventory levels are maintained at two warehouses.
- Establishes and maintains warehousing and distribution standards and procedures for the warehouse facilities. Ensures that all materials are stored in a safe and orderly manner and in compliance with OSHA standards. Maintains Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) files on products warehoused and follows proper storing and shipping procedures for MSDS items.
- Evaluates tests and recommends enhancements to the computerized purchasing and inventory control system (SAP). This includes testing of patches and other functionality issues.
- Assists in the planning and preparation of the department's annual budget and other necessary reports.
- Develops and maintains performance measures, working schedules, duties and evaluations for warehouse staff.
- Ensures all procedures (work orders and cable issues) are maintained and followed by Utilities.
- Maintains list of all Police and City surplus. Arranges auction pick ups and negotiates sale of specialty items.
- Confers with Purchasing and City departments on the variety, quality and desired stock levels of required stock items, recommends items to be added or deleted from the inventory system.
- Interacts with City departments, especially Utilities & Public Works operating divisions to solve supply, inventory, and distribution issues.
- Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Minimum Qualifications:
Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge and skills, which would typically be acquired through:
Equivalent to two years college in Warehouse and Distribution Management, Logistics Management, or Services & Supply chain management and six years experience of increasingly responsible warehouse experience, including at least two years supervisory experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Licensing Requirements:
- Valid California Driver's License;
- Certified in Hazardous Waste Cal/OSHA requirements;
- Forklift Operator Certification.
Supplemental Information:
The Selection Process:- Applicants will receive recruitment status notifications via email. Governmentjobs.com account also has notification status updates.
- Applicants will be screened throughout the posting process and highly qualified candidates may be invited to interview at any time after the posting closes.
- The screening process for this position typically may include a virtual recorded interview and/or panel interviews preceding final interviews with the hiring manager or their designee.
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City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Closing Date/Time: 1/5/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Palo Alto
Show morePalo Alto is located about 35 miles south of San Francisco; and 14 miles north of San Jose. Palo Alto, known as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley” and global center of technology and innovation, is the corporate headquarters for many world-class companies and research facilities such as VMWare, Hewlett-Packard, IDEO, Tesla, and Skype. Home to Stanford University and a top-ranked public school system, Palo Alto also features beautiful and historic residential neighborhoods, vibrant shopping and retail districts.
Palo Alto has a highly educated and culturally sophisticated citizenry that is actively engaged in making a difference both locally and globally. Unique among city organizations, Palo Alto operates a full-array of services including its own gas, electric, water, sewer, refuse and storm drainage provided at very competitive rates for its customers.
The birthplace of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto, is a community of approximately 68,000 residents and nearly 100,000 jobs. Located on the mid-Peninsula between San Francisco and San Jose, Palo Alto is recognized worldwide as a leader in cutting-edge technology, medicine, and green innovation. Many world-class businesses maintained or started offices here, including Amazon, Tesla, Hewlett Packard, Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Rivian, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, SAP Ariba, Houzz, Varian Medical Systems, and VMware. Numerous start-ups are also at home in Palo Alto, arguably making it the startup capital of the world.
Stanford University is foundational to the history and prestige of Palo Alto, reflected in the community’s dedication to life-long learning. Stanford’s cultural and educational offerings are integral to the vibrancy and charm of Palo Alto, while the City’s exceptional K-12 school district ranks among the top public school systems in the country. With more than 50% of adult residents holding a graduate degree or higher, Palo Alto is frequently listed as one of the most educated cities in the nation.
Home to picturesque tree-lined streets, bike lanes, and historic buildings that reflect its California heritage, Palo Alto boasts a genuine sense of community and an active citizenry with strong environmental values. Beautiful neighborhoods are complemented by vibrant commercial corridors and a bustling economy with premium shopping and dining options. Excellent health care facilities, performing arts, and diverse recreational opportunities are just some of this incredibly desirable community’s cherished amenities.
Join an Award Winning Team
Palo Alto is an award-winning City recognized nationwide as innovative and well-managed. Palo Alto is one of a small number of California cities with a AAA bond rating. Recently, Palo Alto became one of the most livable cities in the U.S. by Livability.com. It's the only city to receive the Platinum Beacon Award in sustainability best practices by California’s Institute for Local Government.
We offer a variety of career paths that relate to building and improving communities. The City has fourteen departments employing 1,000 full-time staff. Police officers, fire fighters, paramedics, and building inspectors keep us safe. Engineers and public works staff build and re-build the physical infrastructure. City planners help envision and shape future community growth. Recreation, arts and library professionals enhance community life. Utilities provides electric, gas, water, sewer and other services. Internal services departments help manage, staff, and protect the City.
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