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Storekeeper (Detroit Fire Department)

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Storekeeper (Detroit Fire Department)

Salary

$31,200.00 - $34,434.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

2025181055021ssl

Department

Fire Department

Division

Fire Apparatus Stores

Opening Date

07/21/2025

Closing Date

7/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

7450-Service Employees International Union Local 5

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Description

DETROIT FIRE DEPARTMENT

STOREKEEPER

Under general supervision, receives, stores, and issues supplies and maintains records in a small storeroom; assists in the supervision of a large stores operation; directs the work activities of employees engaged in specialized stores activities.

Examples of Duties

+ Maintains a variety of records that include, but are not limited to, perpetual inventory records, and time records of field crews.

+ Receives, stores, and disburses stock, equipment and tools.

+ Prepares requisitions for purchases and offers suggestions to superiors by showing facts of consumption from records maintained.

+ Devises methods and locates places for storing materials and supplies.

+ Devises methods of keeping records.

+ Directs and oversees the work of employees engaged in stores activities.

+ Contacts vendors to secure prices.

+ Monitors a petty cash fund.

+ Consults manufacturers and catalogues for specifications.

+ Ensures that storeroom and/or yards are kept in clean and orderly condition.

+ Maintains records as required including, but not limited to, records of the work performed, and costs and quantities of supplies furnished for particular jobs.

+ Operates automotive vehicles and mechanized materials handling equipment such as forklifts and dollies.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

+ High school graduation or GED.

+ Two (2) years of experience in handling and issuing supplies, and maintaining related clerical records.

Equivalency

+ Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Licensing and Certifications

+ For assignment to positions involving the driving of a motor vehicle or forklift, a valid State of Michigan Operator License is required.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

+ Interview: 70%

+ Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%

+ Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

+ Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

+ Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD: 07/17/2025

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Knowledge of contemporary perpetual inventory records and accepted purchasing practices of a large organization.

+ Knowledge of customer service best practices for providing excellent customer that will build and maintain a satisfied customer base.

+ Skill in maintaining various supply records and in handling and sorting of materials.

+ Skill in operating a personal computer and using software pertinent to materials handling.

+ Ability to direct the work of others.

+ Ability to devise handling and storing methods.

+ Ability to maintain accurate records.

+ Ability to interact effectively and tactfully with departmental personnel and the public.

Physical Demands

+ Work involves frequent standing, walking, and stooping/kneeling.

Work Environment

+ Employees must possess sufficient physical agility to maneuver through storerooms, storage yards and warehouses.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

+ Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

+ Dental

+ Vision

INSURANCE

+ Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

+ Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

+ Sick Leave

+ Vacation

+ Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ PhD/J.D.

+ No Education experience

02

Are you willing and able to lift and carry 25 pounds on a daily basis, possibly multiple times per 8 hr shift?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you have 2 years of experience performing clerical duties in a warehouse setting?

+ Yes

+ No

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How many years of experience in handling and issuing supplies, and maintaining related clerical records, do you possess?

+ Less than 2 years of experience

+ 2 to 5 years of experience

+ 6 or more years of experience

+ No Experience

05

Which Inventory Management Software / Systems have you used;

+ Oracle NetSuite ERP or NetSuite

+ Zoho Inventory or Odoo or Cin7 or DEAR Systems

+ Fishbowl Inventory or SAP Inventory Management

+ TradeGecko (now QuickBooks Commerce) or QuickBooks Commerce

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Employer

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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