Inventory Specialist III

Facilities and Business Operations Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world‑class standard in service. The Opportunity The Inventory Specialist III supports daily warehouse, logistics, and asset management operations for a large university telecommunications and network services environment. This role serves as the primary backup to the Telecommunications Warehouse Manager and is responsible for coordinating inventory control, technology asset tracking, shipping and receiving, surplus processing, and operational support for network infrastructure projects across campus. Responsibilities Records Management, Compliance, and Reporting: Maintains accurate inventory and operational records, generates reports and audit documentation, and supports compliance initiatives including annual inventory audits and safety standards. Ensures adherence to university policies, operational procedures, and security protocols while maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of technology assets and associated data. Inventory and Asset Management: Maintains telecommunications inventory and asset tracking systems by performing cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation activities to ensure inventory accuracy. Tracks serialized network equipment and supports procurement and receiving validation processes while ensuring compliance with university asset management policies, financial accountability standards, and lifecycle tracking requirements. Warehouse Operations and Logistics: Performs core warehouse operations supporting telecommunications and network infrastructure, including receiving, inspecting, unloading, staging, and storing incoming equipment; preparing and coordinating outbound shipments for installations, deployments, returns, and surplus transfers; and maintaining organized, safe, and efficient warehouse environments. Operates warehouse equipment and supports dock operations, delivery coordination, and material movement to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of operational and project needs. Operational Support and Coordination: Supports daily operations by assisting with project logistics, coordinating deliveries and priorities, and serving as acting warehouse lead in the absence of management. Provides guidance to temporary staff, student workers, or contractors, supports emergency response logistics for network incidents, and contributes to process improvements, reporting, and development of warehouse procedures and documentation. Surplus Processing and Asset Disposition: Coordinates the processing and disposition of retired telecommunications and IT equipment, ensuring proper documentation, tracking, and removal from inventory systems. Supports secure handling, environmentally responsible disposal, and recycling of assets in partnership with university surplus functions and approved vendors, in accordance with institutional policies. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6). Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting or leading inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities in a regulated or high‑compliance environment. Demonstrated experience with enterprise inventory or asset management systems. Knowledge of asset lifecycle management, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, and surplus/disposition processes. Experience supporting telecommunications, IT, or network infrastructure environments, including handling serialized equipment and technical assets. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data reconciliation, reporting) and experience generating operational or audit reports. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field. Additional Requirements Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business. Compensation The anticipated hourly rate range for this position is $20.29 – $24.86 per hour. The final hourly rate will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations. Benefits Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays Retirement savings options Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions Education assistance And more... Employment Policies Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins. The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. UCF is a smoke‑free campus and an E‑Verify employer. Job Information Department: UCF IT Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Type of Appointment: Regular Expected Salary: $20.29 to Negotiable Job Posting End Date: 07‑24‑2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr