Store Clerk

Store ClerkBegin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.About Putnamville Correctional Facility: Putnamville Correctional Facility is a medium-security facility in Greencastle, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 2,500 incarcerated adult males. Established in 1914, the facility has earned notable environmental and community service awards. Programming includes The Last Mile, which offers training in coding and multimedia production. Additional programs focus on education, parenting, and vocational development. Incarcerated individuals are encouraged to build skills that support re-entry success. Staff maintain a safe, structured environment focused on rehabilitation.Role Overview: As a Stores Clerk, you will perform a wide variety of tasks in the overall operation of the commissary which involves stocking, disbursing, and controlling goods and supplies for incarcerated individuals. This includes transporting supplies from the warehouse to the commissary and supervising incarcerated individuals in assisting with these tasks.Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $29,588.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows:Authorize the accuracy of all orders received in the storeroom and authorize all goods received.Contact vendors regarding partial shipments and/or misorders.Maintain detailed inventory records and records of items ordered.Evaluate and recognize record-keeping or storage procedures as necessary.Ensure proper storage procedures and rotation of stock for perishable items.Make recommendations on purchase of new equipment for warehouse and maintenance required in building.Oversee and assembles equipment received in "knocked down" condition.May ensure the security of incarcerated individuals staff assigned to the warehouse.What You'll Need for Success: Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:Thorough knowledge of requisitioning and disbursing procedures, consumption rates of stored items and inventory control procedures.Thorough knowledge of stock items, their locations and the proper methods of storing a variety of goods and supplies based upon efficient space utilization and a variety of state and federal regulations.Effective communication skills.Practical knowledge of state regulations in handling and storing foodstuffs and perishables.Ability to train inmates and staff in proper operation of all equipment and proper methods of storage.Ability to maintain detailed, accurate inventory and purchasing records.Ability to operate forklift, hand-truck and other mechanical equipment in warehouse.A degree is not required. However, experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plansWellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewardsHealth savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contributionDeferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer matchTwo (2) fully-funded pension plan optionsA robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothersUp to 15 hours of paid community service leaveCombined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off12 paid holidays, 14 on election yearsEducation Reimbursement ProgramGroup life insuranceReferral Bonus programEmployee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visitsQualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramFree Parking for most positionsFree LinkedIn Learning accessEqual Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.