Warehouse Inventory Clerk

Job Title: Warehouse Inventory Clerk

Wage/Hour Status: Non- Exempt

Reports to: Coordinator of Warehouse Operations, Asset Management, and Logistics

Pay Grade: MT 3

Dept./School: Operations and Infrastructure

Date Initiated: May 2025

WHO WE ARE

La Joya Independent School District (LJISD) is committed to the success of every student and staff member. With a century-long tradition of excellence in the Rio Grande Valley, we are proud to serve over 22,000 students across more than 30 campuses. Our mission-Educational Excellence: The Right of Every Student-drives our work every day.

We are grounded in five district priorities:

1. Customer Service
2. Trust & Transparency
3. High-Quality Instruction
4. Excellence in Leadership
5. Integrity & Accountability

We believe that attracting, developing, and retaining high-quality talent is essential to student success.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

La Joya ISD is seeking a reliable, organized, and service-oriented Warehouse Inventory Clerk to support the district's mission of providing every student with a learning environment that is safe, prepared, and instruction-ready. The ideal candidate will take pride in making sure materials are received, tracked, and delivered accurately and on time to campuses and departments across our 220-square-mile district.

We are looking for someone who:

• Understands the importance of behind-the-scenes operations that directly support student success
• Can work in a fast-paced warehouse setting while maintaining attention to detail and inventory accuracy
• Has a strong work ethic and commitment to teamwork, safety, and customer service
• Communicates professionally with campus staff, vendors, and department leadership
• Embodies La Joya ISD's values of Customer Service, Trust & Transparency, High-Quality Instruction, Excellence in Leadership, and Integrity & Accountability

This position is essential to keeping our schools and departments running smoothly. If you take pride in organized systems, timely service, and contributing to the success of students and staff-you may be the person we're looking for.

WHY LA JOYA ISD

You will be joining a district that is building on a strong tradition of athletic and academic excellence while rapidly evolving to create innovative systems that elevate student outcomes through athletics. As Executive Director, you will receive strategic, targeted support in your leadership journey and have access to high-quality, research-based professional development and resources. La Joya ISD is deeply committed to continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and fostering a culture of growth-for our students, staff, and athletic programs.
Qualifications

Education/ Certification

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas driver's license
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer skills and ability to use spreadsheets and asset tracking software
• Ability to perform basic math and inventory reconciliation
• Strong organization, time management, and customer service skills
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

Experience:

• Experience in warehousing, inventory control, or delivery logistics preferred
• School district experience is a plus

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Receiving & Distribution

• Receive, scan, and tag incoming materials and fixed assets using district inventory software
• Unpack, inspect, and report damages or discrepancies in shipments
• Load and unload delivery trucks; deliver items to campuses and departments as scheduled
• Pull and fulfill approved requisitions accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain clean and organized receiving and storage areas

Inventory Control

• Store items in appropriate areas based on established warehouse systems
• Conduct regular physical inventories of supplies, assets, and equipment
• Reconcile physical inventory with system records and report variances to supervisor
• Assist in preparing surplus or obsolete items for auction or disposal
• Maintain records of items on loan, under repair, or pending transfer

Logistics & Support

• Transport equipment and materials between sites across the district
• Provide support for district events requiring material delivery or setup
• Assist with inter-campus redistribution of instructional or operational supplies
• Support fixed asset tagging and documentation in coordination with the Asset Management team

Safety & Maintenance

• Operate vehicles, forklifts, pallet jacks, and tools in compliance with district safety policies
• Perform routine checks and maintenance on warehouse equipment and vehicles
• Report and correct unsafe work conditions
• Follow district protocols for chemical handling, lifting, and vehicle use

Other Duties

• Support mail sorting and receiving when necessary
• Serve as backup in the absence of other warehouse staff
• Assist department leadership with projects and other responsibilities as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Working Conditions

• Tools/Equipment Used:Forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, computer, standard office equipment, delivery vehicle, hand tools
• Posture:Frequent standing, walking, stooping, squatting, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching
• Motion:Repetitive hand motions, frequent lifting, climbing, driving
• Lifting:Frequent heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over)
• Environment:Work inside and outdoors; exposure to dust, extreme weather, warehouse noise, moving equipment, and chemicals
• Mental Demands:Maintain emotional control under stress; meet timelines; manage multiple tasks

Note

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require other responsibilities to be performed as necessary.

Position Working Days: 240