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Material Handler III

Salary

$53,400.00 - $74,760.00 Annually

Location

Golden, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

RAA EDO LSS MH3 (07/2025)

Department

Department of Public Safety

Division

Executive Director's Office

Opening Date

07/21/2025

Closing Date

8/4/2025 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

15203 W. 12th Ave, Golden CO 80401

Hiring Pay Rate

Starting Salary range will be between $4,450 - $5,339 per month.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Laura Apodaca, 720-241-4657, [email protected]

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This position is open only to current Colorado state residents.

A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

Our Mission -Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities

Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado

Our Core Values – Unity, Honor, Service

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!

Careers with a purpose

If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join!

We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery.

You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!

When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be.

Unmatched Benefits:

We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits.

+ Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.

+ State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP.

+ Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave/family-medical-leave-act-fmla) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) (https://famli.colorado.gov/) .

+ Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.

+ Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.

+ We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA (https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates) for details.

+ CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave) and annual wellness days.

+ The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.

+ Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.

+ Credit Union of Colorado (https://www.cuofco.org/credit-union-colorado-membership-eligibility) membership eligibility.

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits (https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits) .

Description of Job

About the Work Unit

The Logistics Services Section (LSS) manages the department’s facilities, fleet, and public safety materials through customer focused actions which empower the members of the Department of Public Safety (CDPS) to safeguard lives. There are four major branches that comprise the section: Materials Management Branch (Warehouse), Fleet Management Branch, Facilities Management Branch and the Wildland Fire Logistics Branch. Members of these four branches, plus the Logistics Services headquarters section, provide daily production and support for the equipment and infrastructure necessary to sustain operations for the divisions assigned to the Colorado Department of Public Safety.

The Materials Management Branch manages, operates and provides inventory and warehousing services, procurement and distribution of goods and materials for the Colorado Department of Public Safety. These critical services provide clothing, officer safety equipment, law enforcement equipment and other supplies to the customers. These services are provided in accordance with State Fiscal and Procurement rules and regulations, utilizing competitive bidding, inventory control, quality control and asset management.

Work Environment

100% In-person position

Work unit core business hours, Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm. (Flexible work schedule available with supervisor approval)

About the Job

Works independently, monitors and regulates the day-to-day warehousing and inventory control processes and procedures to ensure that the mission of the Department of Public Safety and objectives of the Materials Management Branch is met. These objectives include, but are not limited to uniforms, accessories, officer safety and specialized equipment needs. This position regularly works with vendors, contractors, uniform members of the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and members of other CDPS divisions on warehousing and supply chain issues. This position ensures availability of CSP uniforms, accessories, officer safety and other specialized equipment. Evaluates quality and vendor performance, meets with manufacturing representatives to resolve problems or negotiate special conditions. Regularly works independently with vendors, contractors, other State agencies and all members and levels of the Colorado Department of Public Safety on warehousing, inventory and other supply needs. Further, this position works to resolve disputes with vendors regarding quality control, invoicing and on-time deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

G oods and Material Handling and Daily Operations

Oversees and coordinates the movement of materials and supplies. Monitors the daily operational needs and functions of the Materials Management Branch warehouse and inventory. Must organize, coordinate, administer and control materials and goods for the customers from CDPS, CSP field, Headquarters, Academy and support staff. Accurately processes orders for daily distribution and relay. Functions as an individual contributor and provides guidance for and is an approving authority for the Material Handler II. Explains in-house requirements, policies and procedures to our customers when needed. Assist and educate customers to ensure smooth transactions without errors. Keeps extensive records of vendor quotes, relay log, CSP issuance of citations, stock returns and inventory adjustments. Stores supplies by moving to the proper location using pallet jack, fork lift, hand truck or hand stacking. Accurately files all transactions, packing slips, quotes, invoices and purchase orders need to be matched prior to submitting for payment.

Independently organizes, coordinates, and administers warehouse inventory and processes for CDPS, CSP field customers, Headquarters, Academy and Staff Support. Performs warehouse and inventory adjustments with accurate descriptions and justifications. Helps coordinate and conducts monthly cycle counts and annual physical inventory to verify proper inventory status. Accesses the Colorado Operations Resource Engine (CORE) to maintain inventory and record all inventory transactions.

Follows Logistics Services Section and Materials Management Branch ideals and processes to ensure accountability and transparency. References central drive records, data and Info Advantage reports for guidance. Makes recommendations for process and procedure improvement, inventory level adjustments and other warehousing issues.

Explains work processes and trains others. Serves as a resource or guide by advising others on how to process within a system or as a contributing problem-solving team.

Provides guidance, problem solving techniques and solutions for inventoried goods. Monitors and surveys the needs of the customers to determine new inventory or warehouse needs, replacement of obsolete inventory. Works directly with vendors to obtain products and solve problems. Recommends changes to inventory stock items and inventory levels when determined to be a benefit to the State and/or Department. Researches alternative source selection and recommends source selections that would increase product availability and reduce costs.

Customer Service and Vendor Communication

Assists in the coordination and dissemination of information to advise internal customers and vendors to ensure policies and proper procedural requirements are met. Researches and confers with vendors, suppliers and manufacturers to evaluate product performance, inventory, product lead time and quality control issues. Assist customers and vendors by providing timely, accurate and objective feedback on both inventoried and custom ordered products. Works independently and maintains professional relationships with vendors to ensure best pricing and customer service for CDPS. Implements quality control, discrepancy reporting and vendor performance programs to identify differences in materials received with purchase descriptions and delinquent vendor’s deliveries causing out of stock conditions. Researches alternative source selection and recommends source selections that would increase product availability and reduce costs.

Procurement of Goods, Materials and Equipment

Identifies low levels of inventoried materials and makes recommendations for replenishment. Confirms that requested quantities of inventory replacement are realistic, pricing is current and fair and drafts and submits all inventory related purchase orders in CORE for approval by the Materials Management Branch Chief. Uses appropriate forms and procurement guidance when requesting replenishment of inventory. Where applicable, confirms that State price agreements, documented quotes and special contracts are utilized to minimize costs and maximize efficiencies. Places custom orders for customers throughout CDPS when needed. Ensures purchase order compliance and sound fiscal management and control. Works under the terms of the CDPS purchasing sub-delegation for warehouse purchasing. Recommends changes to inventory stock items and inventory levels when determined to be a benefit to the State and/or Department. Must acquire and use basic knowledge of State fiscal and procurement rules for guidance.

Special Projects and Other Duties as Assigned

Responsible for a wide variety of miscellaneous duties including but not limited to coordination of product distribution, mail, commercial shipping and relay. Participates in fitting of uniforms and ballistic body armor for CSP Academy members and other uniformed officers. Assists in the disposal of used uniform items that are no longer usable from the field customers. Arranges for proper disposal of ballistic body armor, helmets and other sensitive equipment. Stores supplies by moving to the proper location using pallet jack, fork lift, hand truck or hand stacking. Active in maintaining warehouse, clothing room, storage buildings and materials handling equipment to ensure a safe and efficient work environment. Represents the LSS Materials Management Branch, when appropriate, at informational meetings. Recommends and assists with developing specifications on types of equipment to purchase for the customers of the Materials Management branch. Follow all policies, obtains training and certification in all areas as required by the State of Colorado and CDPS. Participates in the fitting and distribution of uniforms, accessories and ballistic armor for CSP Cadets and other uniformed members. In the absence of the Branch Chief, provides decisions for things such as relay, material handler workload distribution and is a source of information for other staff and customers. Provides decisions for things such as relay, material handler workload distribution and is a source of information for other staff and customers.

Work Conditions

Ability to safely lift and maneuver boxes weighing up to 50 pounds from the ground to overhead shelving, and from overhead shelving to a counter or the ground, maintaining control throughout the movement. Similar physical demands apply to the handling of tires, requiring the ability to move them from the top of a stack to the ground and vice versa. Constant handling of ammunition, including smaller boxes weighing up to 50 pounds, and may be exposed to irritants in the handling of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray. Challenges also include ensuring that physical handling and storage methods do not compromise product integrity, particularly for sensitive items like ammunition or OC Spray canisters, requiring careful adherence to safety and storage guidelines.

This involves establishing and refining procedures for the safe and efficient movement, storage, and retrieval of all goods, including the proper use of material handling equipment and manual lifting techniques for items like heavy boxes, tires, ammunition, and compressed canisters, always prioritizing back and handling safety.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Note, to be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.

Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills

Three (3) years of demonstrated experience in ventory, shipping, receiving, storing and issuing a wide variety of supplies and equipment.

OR Education and Experience, Knowledge, Skills

Appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies

+ Sufficient work related experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job (experience with fire, military or law enforcement equipment, uniforms, PPE and medical supplies).

+ Experience with asset management, inventory management or warehouse management.

+ Proficient computer skills using programs such as Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel, Google platform and asset management software.

+ Forklift Certified

Conditions of Employment

+ Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, a fingerprint based criminal history search, reference checking, driving history.

+ Must be Colorado resident at the time of application

+ Must have a valid Colorado Drivers License

+ Must be forklift certified or the ability to be able to gain and maintain a forklift operating certification (at state cost) within 90 days of employment.

+ Adherence to established material handling and back safety protocols is paramount during all material movement tasks.

+ Must have comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols for lifting, carrying, and storing heavy or hazardous materials, such as boxes up to 50 lbs., tires, ammunition, and OC spray canisters, to prevent injury and damage.

+ Position requires an applicant/employee who can meet and maintain the criteria of Physical Demand on a daily basis which includes lifting from ground level up to 50 lbs. of force/weight occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force/weight frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force/weight constantly to move objects throughout a full range of motion. Member must be able to scale mobile warehouse stairs to reach supplies stored in the warehouse and to reach for and control items at eye level or higher weighing 20-40 lbs. while standing.

Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available atwww.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Supplemental Information

Are you in need of an accommodation?

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources department at [email protected].

Recruitment Timeline Information and Important Notices

+ Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.

+ Closing Date: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

+ Supplemental Question: Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive.

+ Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.

+ Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form.

+ Application Tips : For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUwZiY6G24U&feature=emb\_logo) .

+ Resumes, Cover Letters, or other documents submitted: will not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).

+ Notifications All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to the email address listed on your application. Include your current working email address on your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " [email protected] " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

+ Comparative Analysis Steps may include:

+ Structured application review by a panel of Subject Matter Expert's the week of August 11th

+ In person interviews the week of August 18th and/or August 25th.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

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Please provide details of your asset management, inventory management or warehouse management experience.

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Please give an example of how you utilized MS Excel and MS Word or similar programs and inventory management software in your past roles.

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I understand that employees of the Colorado Department of Public Safety contribute to the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) retirement benefit plan and do not contribute to Social Security.

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If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please list your Employee Identification Number (EID), dates of employment, and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If you are not a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please state "N/A".

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Positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety require a comprehensive background examination including a criminal history check, employment history and reference checking as well as a polygraph. Are you willing to participate in this process, should a conditional job offer be extended to you?

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