Inventory Officer (Kingston) - National Library of Jamaica

DESCRIPTION: 

Inventory Officer (PIDG/RIM 2)

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Manager, Maintenance & Property, the incumbent receives, maintains, distributes and reports on the supplies and operations of the Stores; safeguards and effectively manage all incoming and outgoing items from the Stores. The incumbent also maintains the fixed asset inventory.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY

• Checks all goods received against orders and ensures they are in good condition returning defective and/or incorrect items where necessary
• Reconciles goods with requisition 
• Distributes supplies in accordance with established procedures 
• Updates inventory system with in-coming and out-going stock 
• Packs and organizes shelves, racks and other storage areas ensuring that items are easily identified and retrievable
• Applies appropriate coding to fixed assets
• Maintains fixed asset register and location records
• Maintains warranty register for all equipment purchased REQUIRED 

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Good oral and written communication
• Teamwork & Cooperation
• Customer and Quality Focus 
• Attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) CSEC subjects including English Language and a numeric subject
• Training in supplies/inventory management
• Knowledge in the use of the relevant computer applications
• One year working experience

Salary Scale: $713,294 – $847,883 p.a.

Special conditions associated with the job:

• Required to lift and move objects up to 30lbs
• Moderate physical effort required involving bending and stretching
• Stooping to inspect in confined spaces
• May be required to work outside of normal working hours to include weekend.

Interested persons may submit applications no later than October 16, 2020 by 4:00 p.m. to:

Director, HRM & Administration

National Library of Jamaica

12 East Street

Kingston 

Email: nljhrm@nlj.gov.jm