Retail Storekeeper 2 Ely

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

The Nevada Department of Corrections is seeking to fill a Retail Storekeeper 2 at Ely State Prison. This position oversees the Access Secure Package Program and the SOCRE 5 Program at the facility assigned. Incumbents order inventory and oversee stock control and merchandising in a retail operation involving high volume turnover of a limited variety of merchandise which may include food soft drinks personal hygiene items and small electrical appliances. Incumbents receive and inspect merchandise to ensure there is no damage quantity received in correct and merchandise meets order specifications as well as perform physical inventory counts. Incumbents receive and input inmate orders per established procedures; print receipts/list of authorized purchases; remove items form stock and package inmate orders; distribute inmate orders through a secure window or deliver merchandise to lockdown units; verify inmate identity; check each item against receipt quantity; obtain inmate signatures to verify acceptance of merchandise; ensure items are within security level restrictions; enforce storeroom and computer security according to established policy and procedures; clean and maintain stockroom and equipment per established health and safety standards. This position works under the direction of the Retail Storekeeper 3. Position requires supervision of inmate workers as well as Retail Storekeeper 1s during the absence of the Retail Storekeeper 3. Hours of operation are 7:00 am 3:30 pm Monday through Friday; hours are subject to change depending on the need of the agency.

Graduation from high school and two years of storekeeping or retail experience one year of which included performing physical inventories maintaining records and ordering merchandise; OR one year of experience as a Retail Storekeeper I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Assist in identifying existing merchandise which has expired and/or does not meet merchandising turnover goals and/or resale standards; perform physical inventory counts; determine order quantity and verify price and availability with vendor; research catalogs and the Internet for new product availability and price; procure merchandise through direct purchase procedure and enter purchase information into a point-of-sale (POS) or other computer-based system.

Receive and inspect merchandise to ensure there is no damage quantity received is correct and merchandise meets order specifications; enter new inventory into a POS computer-based inventory system ensuring price and markup are correct; process receiver documentation and prepare invoice for payment; and complete accounting documentation as required.

Develop and/or implement a store layout plan to maximize visual appeal with the goal to increase per capita sales; shelve merchandise in proper location and to prevent damage; store and rotate food and dated perishable merchandise per established procedures to prevent spoilage or loss; recommend mark-downs to clear slow moving merchandise; amend POS and re-price merchandise accordingly.

In a correctional environment receive and input inmate orders per established procedures; print receipt/list of authorized purchases; remove items from inventory and package inmate orders; distribute inmate orders through a secure window or deliver merchandise to lockdown units; verify inmates identity; check each item against receipt quantity; obtain inmates signature to verify acceptance of merchandise; ensure items requested are within security level restrictions; enforce storeroom and computer security according to established policy and procedures; poll inmate population; revise add and delete catalog entries to maintain the most recent information regarding merchandise available; print and distribute merchandise catalogs to appropriate security levels; check inmate accounts in the computer upon request from authorized facility personnel and print reports; and clean and maintain stockroom and equipment per established health and safety standards.

In a Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) retail (for-profit) enterprise positions develop or assist in the development of the budget for assigned product lines; project plan and monitor revenue expenses inventory control wages etc in order to ensure attainment of profit goals; project shortfalls or other obstacles toward goal attainment and implement corrective action; purchase goods within open-to-buy limits; merchandise or assist in merchandising product lines in an aesthetically pleasing and efficient design; develop or assist in the development and implementation of a marketing plan for assigned product lines; liaise with vendors on returns best price payment terms etc; monitor industry trends.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under the general supervision of a Retail Storekeeper III IV or other staff positions at this level perform the duties described in the series concept and are responsible for developing and implementing effective and efficient inventory control and merchandising to maximize sales and profits. Positions allocated to this class operate a conservation camp canteen store a coffee shop in a major correctional facility a specialty store such as a museum gift shop or a limited range of products within a larger retail operation such as a university bookstore.

This job specification lists the major knowledge skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of: physical inventory procedures records and controls; vendors and product lines such as tobacco products souvenir and general good items; profit-producing methods and procedures in a retail environment; recordkeeping related to storekeeping including hard copy and electronic files; computer functions and keyboarding techniques; perpetual inventory methods.

General knowledge of: market survey and testing techniques; basic calculator functions; storekeeping equipment such as forklift pallet jack and dolly.

Ability to: provide high-quality customer service and resolve customer complaints; use reference manuals guides and other informational resources related to procurement of merchandise for resale; maintain records relating to procurement of resale merchandise; coordinate the work of others; review inventories discover discrepancies and establish stocking levels; prioritize assignments and follow up on orders to ensure timely delivery; negotiate with vendors regarding desired quantity quality price and delivery date of merchandise; train coworkers and others in completing tasks; apply State and agency policies and procedures related to ordering merchandise for resale; operate a forklift pallet jack and dolly; perform minor repairs to furniture and equipment; locate interpret and explain computer data relating to inmate accounts.

Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse inclusive and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race color national origin religion or belief age disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy domestic partnership genetic information (GINA) or compensation and/or wages.

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