Central Shipping & Receiving Clerk (Part Time)

at  Georgia Southern University

ABOUT US

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associates, bachelors, masters and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of Americas Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern’s Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

JOB SUMMARY

The Central Shipping & Receiving Clerk receives, delivers and occasionally stores a wide range of materials, equipment and supplies ordered by the University.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• One (1) or more years of related work experience
• Forklift operator certified or ability to obtain forklift certification

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University’s mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

• Receive, inventory, process and delivery equipment, supplies and materials for the University Ship and track all outbound equipment (i.e., return to vendor, warranty, damages)
• Check, document condition and report shortages to buyers for resolution and follow-up with shippers and vendors on damaged material receipts including filing of claims
• Coordinate with buyers, vendors, shipping companies, to document and rectify discrepancies
• Tag, document and capture serial numbers of inventory equipment, stage equipment for delivery according to priority of receipt
• Perform data entry in the areas of receipt and issuer in computerized inventory system
• Utilize material handling equipment and/or physically hand load material on delivery vehicle
• Create receipt in computer based programs (spreadsheets and databases) to document arrival/acceptance of equipment and material on campus and process all associated
• Maintain files of all pertinent documents for future reference
• Maintain a clean and accident-free workspace, obey and enforce safety standards, policies, and procedures
• Maintain high-quality rapport with faculty, staff and students to ensure services provided are aligned with the University mission