Logistics Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Logistics Associate 
Reports To: Logistics Manager 
Status:  Full-time; Non-Exempt 
Hourly Range : $22.00 – $26.00 per hour 
Hours of Operation: 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (with some variation possible). May need to be available on weekends. 
Location: Inland Empire 

Are you passionate about giving back to your community and making a lasting difference in the lives of young people? 

Who We Are:  
In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path. 

What We Do: 
Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. In the past few years, Woodcraft has expanded its menu of services beyond traditional afterschool programs and summer camps to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, we offer LifeCraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately 2,250 staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than 30,000 youth ages 4 to 18 each year across 150 plus Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, and continues to expand its reach. 

Ideal Candidate: 
Ideally, we are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, energetic, ambitious, proactive, and positive, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Multi-tasking and attention to detail must be strengths this individual possesses. The candidate must be comfortable presenting and speaking in front of staff and peers during in-person training, and proficient in generating weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual written reports and/or creating visual diagrams using software. 

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers:

• Paid vacation & sick time – generous time off to recharge 

• Health, dental & vision – comprehensive benefits coverage 

• 403(b) retirement plan – invest in your future 

• Pet insurance – because your whole family matters 

• Lifecraft program – free college & career advancement for all staff 

• Upward mobility – promote-from-within culture 

• Career development 

• The opportunity to create a lasting positive impact on youth within your community. 

Role Overview: 
The Logistics Associate will report directly to the Logistics Manager and will be responsible for the purchasing and distribution of equipment and materials for Woodcraft Rangers’ Inland Empire (IE) locations and regional sites, serving program sites efficiently and in a timely manner. 

Responsibilities:  

• Perform duties according to Woodcraft Rangers protocols and established safety procedures. 

• Assist with logistics, including receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations. 

• Efficiently maintain warehouse and storage spaces. 

• Regularly use equipment and tools that aid in moving equipment and supplies. 

• Thoroughly inspect merchandise for damages and contact suppliers to resolve shipment and delivery issues. 

• Maintain accurate records of equipment/assets in internal inventory system and reportable district systems. 

• Routinely perform asset and equipment checks at all WR locations. 

• Conduct inventory counts as required by internal and external sources. 

• Purchase approved materials for all WR locations and programs. 

• Develop relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing, ensure quality, and resolve concerns. 

• Manage and reconcile monthly credit card purchases. 

• Regularly drive to receive and distribute equipment and supplies across Inland Empire program locations and to other WR regional sites as needed. 

• Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of Woodcraft Rangers vehicles and equipment, including gas, repairs, and maintenance for all WR-related usage. 

• In collaboration with the Logistics Team, develop and revise department policies and procedures and assist in the training of all WR staff on department policies and procedures. 

• In collaboration with other departments, ensure System Department protocols for loss prevention are followed at HQ and field locations. 

• Assist with special events, including delivery of equipment, set-up/breakdown, etc. 

• Prepare and present reports and/or findings on a regular basis (e.g., asset reports, quarterly inventory reports). 

• Provide Level 1 technical support to staff to identify and resolve both software and hardware issues. 

• Document support requests and resolutions via ticketing system. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications/Skills:  
Required 

• Ability to travel to various regions with Woodcraft Rangers programs to support or deliver equipment, across Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, and Riverside County (Inland Empire). 

• Must be able to lift between 30–50 lbs. 

• Must have a Class C driver’s license. 

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based systems. 

Preferred 

• Knowledge of Asset Management platforms, e-commerce platforms (Shopify), and/or Financial Systems such as Sage. 

• Troubleshooting both software and hardware. 

• Experience in inventory, purchasing, warehousing, and/or distribution. 

• Set up and troubleshoot standard A/V equipment (speakers, mics, projectors) 

Physical Demands: 
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following physical demands may be essential for the effective performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions: 

• Frequent standing is required during working hours. 

• The ability to travel across the Inland Empire (Riverside and San Bernardino Counties) and Greater Los Angeles area, using a car, is necessary several times a month. 

• Regular use of hands for various tasks, such as operating a computer and handling objects, is essential. 

• Must be able to occasionally lift/move up to 35 pounds. 

• Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities. 

Work Environment: 
We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and will actively consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to effectively perform their roles. This position operates in environments typical of the following key aspects: 

• Regular exposure to computer monitors during work. 

• The typical noise level of a standard work environment. 

• Working in both air and non-air conditioning environments. 

• Stable internet access is required for effective work-from-home performance. 

• Camera must be on when taking remote meetings. 

Woodcraft Rangers provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief, color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breastfeeding), age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, transitioning status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. We also prohibit discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. 

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