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Inventory Management Specialist

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations Command
US Naval Academy NAF HR

Summary

The Inventory Management Specialist (IMS) position is located within the U. S. Naval Academy's Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI), Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD) Retail Dining & Hospitality, Annapolis, Maryland. The purpose of the position is to ultimately aid the Inventory Manager and actively participate in the receipt, storage, maintenance, and/or periodic physical inventories of merchandise sold and supplies used across a variety of NABSD's business units.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/10/2026 to 03/24/2026
Salary
$22 to - $25 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Locations
2 vacancies in the following locations:
Annapolis, MD
Naval Academy, MD
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
26-030
Control number
860541100

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Clarification from the agency

US Citizenship is required in order to obtain the necessary Tier 3 Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance.

Duties

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  • Acts as central coordinator of all receiving documents and paperwork related to the receipt of resale and non-resale merchandise for designated NABSD business operations.
  • Inspects incoming deliveries for quality and quantity, comparing receiving documentation against purchase and/or transfer order documents.
  • Verifies and uploads all necessary receiving paperwork into inventory management software applications and communicates with managers and buyers regarding any discrepancies or issues.
  • Coordinates the transfer of goods from one location to another, as necessary. Ensures all transfer order documentation is complete and accurate.
  • Conducts routine periodic inventories of storage and/or retail spaces and reconciles inventory data in inventory management software.
  • Prepares spaces for and assists with inventory counting and/or audits.\
  • Communicates with the Inventory Manager on all matters pertaining to merchandise inventories, quantities on hand, stock levels, and spot inventory/cycle count record keeping and planning.
  • Aids management in identifying program deficiencies and assists in determining the impact to the patron community of changes in service to designated business units.
  • Works toward optimizing procedures and becoming a subject matter expert in receiving and distributing merchandise with regard to inventory management software and handheld scanning technology.
  • Work requires frequent moderate lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to fifteen pounds. Pushing, and pulling objects weighing up to twenty pounds and occasionally lifting up to and over forty pounds. Heavier objects are usually transported with the aid of a cart or dolly.
  • Work requires physical exertions such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stretching, reaching or similar activities. Incumbent will be exposed to uneven, slippery, or wet surfaces.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance – requires 18 years of age
  • Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required - We are an E-Verify participant
  • Probationary period: Full Time and Part Time employees serve a one-year probationary period.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for Tier 3 Positions
  • Must be able to understand and communicate in English
  • Participation in Direct Deposit
  • Valid Drivers License to travel between multiple Retail Dining locations
  • Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

Qualifications

  1. Incumbent must have three years of equivalent administrative/management/inventory experience in the hospitality industry. Education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics Management or related focus preferred.
  2. Candidates must be proficient with Google Suite, MS Office Suite. Experience using inventory software for product receiving is preferred.
  3. Incumbent must have the ability to self-manage with little to no supervision, and have strong organizational skills with the ability to plan out duties to meet deadlines.
  4. Experience coordinating with different departments, and delivering goods to multiple locations. Valid driver's license required.
  5. Experience in food service and proper food storage techniques like "FIFO."

Education

Education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics Management or related focus preferred.

Additional information

Note: Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, complete a pre-hire health screening, etc. DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All applications and supporting documents will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and KSA requirements listed in the announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.

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