Inventory Control Specialist 2

Inventory Control Specialist 2 Position Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist 2 to join our Finance team. This role plays an important part in supporting OOD’s mission to empower Ohioans with disabilities by ensuring that our statewide inventory system runs smoothly and efficiently.

As an Inventory Control Specialist, you will coordinate and manage OOD’s asset inventory across all locations. This includes assigning asset numbers, tagging incoming equipment, and verifying inventory accuracy through physical counts and documentation reviews. You will enter and maintain data in the asset management system, ensuring compliance with agency standards and timelines. Your work will help keep our operations running effectively and support the services we provide to individuals with disabilities.

In this position, you will also prepare reports and maintain records for state, federal, and internal audits. You’ll monitor compliance with regulations, assist during audits, and recommend improvements to inventory procedures. Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills are important as you resolve inventory issues and suggest corrective actions when needed.

Additional responsibilities include providing administrative support, scheduling meetings, drafting correspondence, and maintaining spreadsheets for specialized equipment and office keys. You will collaborate with staff across divisions and occasionally assist with fleet management tasks. The role also involves coordinating the movement and disposal of surplus property, following safety practices, and operating equipment such as handcarts and pallet jacks. Travel is required, and a valid driver’s license is necessary.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of inventory control practices and safety procedures, along with skills in Microsoft Office and other computer applications. Strong attention to detail, organizational ability, and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is not an E-Verify employer and will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Division of Fiscal Management Overview

The Division of Fiscal Management oversees the financial resources of the agency in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies. This includes budget planning, revenue forecasting, expenditure monitoring, and financial reporting. Fiscal staff are responsible for ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the use of public funds, as well as identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation. They may also be involved in long-term financial planning and analysis to support the agency's mission and objectives.

Pay Information

Starting salary will be step 1, subject to law or union contract requirements. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Months of Employment

At Hire

6 months

18 months

30 months

42 months

54 Months

66 Months

Pay Range

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

OCSEA 28

Hourly

$22.96

$23.56

$24.16

$24.86

$25.77

$26.76

$27.92

Annual

$47,757.00

$49,005.00

$50,253.00

$51,709.00

$53,602.00

$55,661.00

$58,074.00

Location Requirements

Our roles are primarily in-office to encourage collaboration and connection, however some locations may have adjusted on-site requirements based on space availability at this time. Reporting details will be provided by the supervisor before the start date. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.

Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license.

Applications and Selections

Please ensure your online application and work experience clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered. If you meet the MQs through education, transcripts are required for consideration by attaching directly on the Additional Attachments section of the application (Step 7) or via email to [email protected].

Applicants can check their application status and all vacancy-related email correspondence on “My Jobpage.” On the Careers.Ohio.Gov job search webpage, once signed in the link to My Jobpage is displayed under the TeamOhio logo. Applicants who require technical assistance (e.g., issues logging in or other system-related issues) should contact [email protected].

This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. The selection process consists of an online assessment and a remote structured interview. All communications are sent via email. Candidates should make sure their account contains an email address that is checked regularly including checking junk and/or spam.

Background Check

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

9 months experience as Inventory Control Specialist, 64551.

• OR 18 months' training or 18 months' experience in inventory control; AND 3 courses or 9 months' experience in electronic data processing related to inventory control; AND 1 course or 3 months' experience in public relations.

• OR equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above

Job Skills: Records Management, Attention to Detail, Organizing and Planning, Responsiveness, Time Management, Written Communication, Administrative Support/Services, Clerical and Data Entry, Program Management, Purchasing, Stores, Inventory Supplemental Information

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is amongst the top-ranked state agencies implementing inclusive and accessible planning and programming into businesses operations and services. We strive to hire, sustain, and promote a workforce that not only embraces this mission but is also reflective of the Ohioans we serve.

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact [email protected] so proper arrangements can be made.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.