Purchasing Clerk, Sr jobs in Houston, TX

Overview

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

JOB SUMMARY:

Maintains inventory of county property by identifying, locating and reporting county’s fixed assets and transfers.  Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all new County fixed assets are tagged and proper documentation is provided to the County Auditor’s Office.  
• Maintains surplus property warehouse.  
• Coordinates all aspects of the surplus property auctions and vehicle/heavy equipment auctions, including but not limited to preparing all necessary paperwork, coordinates with departments for delivery of surplus property, coordinates with departments for auction day workers and ensure auctioneer is prepared.  
• Completes tagging of county fixed assets by inspecting product, applying tag and completing documentation to comply with Texas Local Government Code. 
• Assists Inventory Manager with 100% annual inventory of fixed assets. 
• Coordinates the movement, storage redeployment, and disposal of surplus property to maximize its use. 
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
• Physical demands include occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• One year of job related experience; warehouse/logistics management preferred.  
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials. 
• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner.  
• Must operate county vehicle and wear steel-toed boots.  
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Recommended: Forklift certified.

SALARY RANGE: $17.60 - $22.00 hourly, based on qualifications

CLOSING:  Upon filling position

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates should complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply