Inventory Manager Clerk

POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION: RECREATION & WELLNESS
WORK LOCATION: 6200 Wheeler St Bldg 3 Houston, Texas 77023
WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS*
*Subject to change

D ESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking an Inventory Management Clerk to join its Recreation & Wellness Team.

The potential candidate will play a role in the following duties:

• Receives, unloads, unpacks, shelves, distributes, and delivers incoming parts, tools, materials, supplies, equipment, inventory, etc.
• May assist with moving and loading a surplus property.
• Compares and verifies incoming inventory for quality, quantity, accuracy, and suitability against invoices, purchase orders, packing slips, specifications, etc.
• May resolve discrepancies.
• Creates and maintains records, logs, etc. of materials received, stored, issued, delivered, or distributed.
• Performs data entry using a purchasing and inventory control system.
• Performs follow-up to expedite delivery, receipt, and payment of inventory and materials.
• Maintains storerooms, warehouses, and storage areas in a clean, orderly, safe, and secure condition.
• Ensures the safety and security of materials, supplies, and property.
• Performs periodic physical inventory counts and reconciles counts with inventory records.
• Receives, stores, and issues hand tools, machine tools, parts, and other equipment.
• Tracks tools, parts, equipment, and inventory issued to and returned by workers. Searches for lost or misplaced tools and equipment.
• May perform minor equipment and machinery maintenance or assist in the coordination of external equipment maintenance and repair.
• Assists in the determination and disposal of expired, spoiled, damaged or obsolete items or inventory.
• Receives and dispatches messages and work orders by telephone or radio to various City work crews.
• Maintains logs and records of messages and work orders received, transmitted or completed.
• Performs other duties as requested.

WORKING CONDITIONS
There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three months of inventory control, materials management, record keeping or clerical experience is required. May require experience in operating a forklift and other motorized or non-motorized materials handling equipment.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YESIf yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range is:

Pay Grade 9

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown.

Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-7108.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832.395.7108) or (TTY 7-1-1).

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 7/22/2025 11:59 PM Central

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