Senior Storekeeper

Senior Storekeeper

This position is scheduled for salary increases as follows:

Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25%

Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00%

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Senior Storekeeper vacancies. The eligible list established may also be used to fill position in similar and/or lower classifications thought the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open until 11:59pm on Monday, February 5, 2024.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

REGISTRAR OF VOTERS

TheCounty of Orange, Registrar of Voters, a nationally recognized and award-winning agency, is responsible for conducting elections, verifying petitions and maintaining voter records in the County of Orange, the fifth largest voting jurisdiction in the United States with 1.8 million active registered voters. The department receives funding from the County's General Fund and periodic reimbursement from the federal government, the State of California and local jurisdictions. The Registrar of Voters' staff includes 54 full-time employees, and numerous extra help employees who support various election related positions representing the broad spectrum of Orange County's population. The department is responsible for all components of election management.

The Orange County Registrar of Voters prides itself on being a leader in the international and national elections community, working to continually innovate and create new and better ways to serve the public. The department values creativity, originality, initiative and a strong dedication to customer service.

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Registrar of Voters (ROV) maintains multiple warehouses that stores equipment and supplies in support of election activities throughout the County. ROV is seeking a Senior Storekeeper to oversee and direct mail processing and storeroom functions. This position will work with multiple teams ensuring the proper management of storeroom functions. The job duties include but are not limited to: ordering supplies to maintain stock levels, store, receive and issue supplies, equipment, tools and other materials, maintain inventory records, and interact with vendors.
The Senior Storekeeper will engage in, but not limited to, the following duties:

• Overseeing the staff responsible for a large volume of outgoing and incoming mail using industrial mail processing equipment. Including working with vendors such as USPS and UPS.
• Providing supervision, mentorship and guidance to the team processing returned ballots through industrial level mail processing equipment
• Creating and supervising multiple extra help teams during election cycles
• Operating the storage in two warehouses, stocking a variety of supplies necessary to maintain the departments for elections and printing.
• Managing vendor relationships including obtaining quotes, creating requisitions for supply purchases, submitting orders to multiple vendors using Expeditor and coordination with vendors for replacements, credits, discrepancies and service or repair.
• Overseeing the maintenance of records of items received, dispensed to particular areas, and ensuring orders are filled and delivered using computer software programs, i.e. Word, Excel, inventory systems, etc.
• Performing physical inventory multiple times per year and oversees warehouse staff performing monthly physical inventory
• Working with ROV purchasing/accounting department on a daily basis
• Researching election equipment/supplies for purchase
• Responsible for multiple off-site voting locations equipment delivery
• Planning and preparing in-advance for the needs of the election process during "non-purchasing" times to ensure healthy inventory levels
• Maintaining various levels of inventory corresponding to each facility while ensuring the inventory is organized and maintained in a neat and orderly manner.
• Operate a county vehicle to pick up/deliver parts, supplies and other miscellaneous products Deliver/pick up
• May perform other job related duties as needed

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES
Candidates must possess at least 2 years of direct supervisory experience in logistics, purchasing, inventory control or a related field. This experience must be directly related to the storing and issuance of physical goods.
The ideal candidate will also possess thorough knowledge of and experience in the following core competencies:
Technical Knowledge | Technical Experience

• Understanding of the principles of purchasing, logistics, inventory control, and/or warehousing for a variety of supplies, tools, equipment, and other materials
• Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with standard procedures of handling sensitive information, including shipping, handling, storage, and disposal of materials with confidential content
• Maintaining accurate records of supplies, including tools, equipment, mail pieces, and other materials.
• Understanding of election materials, equipment and product needs for vote centers
• Knowledge safety procedures and requirements

Leadership | Supervision

• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision including hiring, training, and evaluation of subordinates
• Ability to effectively supervise employees engaged in performing a variety of storekeeping duties as well as train and evaluate subordinates
• Strong leader and team builder with a desire to coach and mentor others
• Ability to motivate and persuade individuals and team members to achieve unit objectives
• Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or in resolving escalated complaints or disputes
• Supervise the work of employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems

Verbal Communication | Written Communication

• Communicating effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing
• Collaborating efficiently with ROV personnel, ROV Purchasing/Accounting department and outside vendors Ensuring all medical equipment has been calibrated and receives regular maintenance on a quarterly or semi-annual basis
• Establishing and cultivating effective working relationships with various staff members, vendors, and stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to view the minimum qualifications as well as the physical, mental, environmental & working conditions for the classification. NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

License Requirement
By date of appointment, candidates must possess a current California driver's license and have a driving record that would enable the employee to use a County vehicle. A clean driving record must be maintained throughout the entire appointment.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After the screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment.
Online Assessment(s) (100% Weighted)
Applicants who meet the qualifications will be invited to a participate in a job-related multiple-choice exam. Applicants will be receiving notice to self-schedule to participate in the proctored exam.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Eligible List

Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related requirements.
Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details.
EMAIL NOTIFICATION:
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Katie Koreneff at (714) 834-3306 or Kathryn.Koreneff-Dale@ocgov.com.

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,

encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Employment Type: Full-Time Regular