This is a Special Duty Assignment opportunity with our Building Operations Section (BOS) of the Facilities Management Division (FMD). Special Duty Assignments are for active, Career Service King County employees. This assignment is estimated to last up to 12 months, extending as needed.
BOS is looking for an Inventory Purchasing Specialist I to assist in maintaining our specialized inventory. We are looking for a candidate that cares about providing excellent customer service and enjoys working on a team. Duties for this position include stocking shelves, loading/unloading trucks, cleaning the warehouse and picking up and delivering items utilizing a box truck or utility van.
This is an amazing opportunity for growth with King County FMD! The FMD BOS team is ready to mentor and train new team members, giving them the skills and confidence to be successful in a long-lasting career with King County. If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to take your experience and facilities knowledge to the next level, this is the opportunity for you!
- Note: This position will require qualified applicants to possess a Forklift Certification and active, valid Driver’s license. A driving abstract is also required and will be purchased at applicant's expense.
Who are we?
Through a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees, the FMD operates and manages the County's capital assets by developing and maintaining cost-conscious, sustainable, high-quality facilities, and environments. The Building Operations Section of FMD maintains approximately 3 million square feet in facilities where King County provides regional services, including the King County Courthouse and District Courts, Maleng Regional Justice Center, King County Administration Building, King County Animal Shelter, and several Public Health facilities. Our facilities range in age from 8 to 100 years, with equipment such as boilers, chillers, DDC controls, ventilation fans, pumps and compressors, and fire/life/safety systems.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
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POSITION INFORMATION/NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS
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This recruitment is for a Special Duty Assignment (internal) lasting up to 12 months.
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The interview process will include a practical assessment of skills related to and required for this position.
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Work locations: South Park Warehouse, 7272 W. Marginal Way South.
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Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Hours are subject to change based on business and operational needs.
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Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; schedule and work location are to be determined.
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Incumbents in these positions are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 925.
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Forklift certification is required. The selected applicant must possess this certification prior to an offer being made.
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The selected applicant must also possess a valid Washington State driver's license (driving abstract is required).
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Final appointment is contingent upon successfully passing a thorough federal and county background investigation, clearing a pre-employment physical examination, and a clean driving abstract.
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This position is designated as Mission Critical in an Emergency, which means that you perform functions which cannot be delayed in the event of an emergency. If an emergency occurs, report your status as instructed by your agency. If needed for work, you may be contacted and directed to provide assistance in another area of the agency or the County, consistent with your job classification and skills.
If you have questions related to this recruitment process, please contact Sarah McCauley at smccauley@kingcounty.gov.
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