Specialist I - Property Surplus

Lubbock

43411BR

Ops Div Property Surplus

Position Description

Performs work to assist in the organization and implementation of projects and programs. Responsibilities include activities which require knowledge of departmental procedures. Employee performance is based upon a review of completed work and overall results obtained.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Maintain warehouse safety, cleanliness, and organization in accordance with ODPA/OPSDIV leadership, Risk Management, and EHS standards, including onsite pick-ups and vehicles.

• Follow and maintain all required safety protocols and certifications (e.g., forklift certification, driver approval, Texas State vehicle and equipment operation).

• Properly palletize, document, and transfer surplus technology within required timeframes; ensure secure removal, tracking, and disposal of hard drives per established protocols.

• Provide professional customer service and conduct when interacting with customers, stakeholders, and ODPA/OPSDIV staff in office and field environments.

• Manage workload effectively and meet quality, efficiency, and performance standards for surplus pick-ups, warehousing/inventory, auctioning, palletizing, warehouse sales, relocations, and moving services.

• Use approved communication tools (email, Skype, RMS, OneNote, text, etc.) and acknowledge required documentation and departmental meetings.

• Promptly report issues, concerns, or questions impacting Surplus Warehouse operations to supervisors or ODPA/OPSDIV leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in warehouse processes, inventory management, and monetary transaction handling.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation plus one year experience in related area. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in job related field plus three years experience related to the assigned area; OR a combination of education and/or related experience to equal seven years.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Job Family

Facilities Operations

Job Sub Family

Transportation & Logistics

Hourly Pay Range

$17.69 - $22.98 - $28.32

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.