Job Details

Administrative - Professional-Technical - Manager

Job Number 200#######

Start Date

Open Date 02/10/2026

Closing Date

WAREHOUSE MANAGER
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

The Warehouse Manager position will supervise and coordinate all functions of the district warehouse operations and activities of employees engaged in receiving, storing, order-filling, inventory management, surplus inventory, cycle counting, and shipping/distributing supplies and equipment. The incumbent performs related work as required. This position is part of the Business and Finance Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES

Operational Planning & Process Improvement

• Develops and continually improves procedures to:
• Expedite workflows
• Achieving maximum warehouse efficiency
• Provide excellent customer service to district schools and departments
• Organizes effective use of warehouse space for receiving and storing supplies and equipment.
• Establishes proper storage and handling procedures.
• Implements process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of warehouse operations.
• Writes and implements new procedures as needed and continuously updates existing procedures to support ongoing improvement.
• Develops and presents an annual department report to the Board of Trustees.

Inventory Management & Control

• Establishes, implements, and oversees a regular cycle-counting system to ensure accurate inventory.
• Oversees, organizes, and conducts periodic inventory of all warehouse items.
• Performs perpetual and periodic inventory; maintains accurate computer-based inventory records.
• Works with the Purchasing Department to set minimum and maximum inventory levels.
• Oversees the rotation of stock and monitors inventory levels.
• Verifies count and condition of items received; records items with identifying information.
• Prepares shortage and damage claims.
• Experienced in developing, implementing, and overseeing a cycle-counting program to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Accountable for managing inventory to:
• Increase inventory turns
• Improve inventory accuracy
• Maintain high fill rates and on-time delivery

Receiving, Storage & Distribution

• Supervises and assists with receiving and storing shipments from vendors.
• Inspecting incoming shipments.
• Receives and verifies receiving and requisition orders.
• Supervises the filling of requisitioned items from stock.
• Prepares and assists in loading items for shipment and delivery.
• Expedites special orders and ensures delivery of requested items.
• Determines delivery routes and updates routes periodically.
• Schedules:
• Work shifts
• Outbound delivery routes
• Inbound deliveries from vendors

Staff Supervision & Leadership

• Plans, allocates, and directs staff activities involving material-handling equipment such as:
• Forklifts
• Pallet jacks
• Light trucks
• Assigns duties and examines work for adherence to policies and procedures.
• Interprets District policies to staff and enforces safety regulations.
• Interviews, recommends candidates for selection, and trains (or ensures training of) new employees.
• Prepares and administers employee evaluations.
• Recommends personnel actions including:
• Promotions
• Advancement training
• Discharges
• Disciplinary measures
• Responsible for personnel time reporting and maintaining personnel records.

Recordkeeping & Documentation

• Directs employees performing recordkeeping for:
• Damaged goods
• Inventory
• Route and delivery documentation
• Item shortages
• Vehicle inspections
• Verifies and prepares records including routing slips and requisitions.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicates regularly with the Purchasing Department regarding:
• Late orders
• Out-of-stock items
• Damaged items
• Investigates and resolves complaints from:
• School personnel
• District personnel
• Workers
• Vendors
• Other concerned parties

Maintenance & Safety Oversight

• Ensures proper maintenance of warehouse tools, equipment, and facilities.
• Enforces safety regulations and ensures proper handling of equipment.

Budget Oversight

• Manages the warehouse budget.
• Oversees periodic physical inventories in alignment with budget and operational needs.

Additional Specialized Responsibilities

• Accountable for managing overall inventory to:
• Increase inventory turns
• Increase inventory accuracy
• Maintain high fill rates and on-time delivery to customers.
• Implements process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of warehouse operations.
• Writes and implements new procedures as necessary; continually updates and improves existing procedures to maintain a continuous cycle of improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Any combination equivalent to education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and experience would be:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible warehousing, inventory management, or supply management experience, supervisory experience of two (2) years preferred.

Licenses/Certificates: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Nevada State Driver License, with a driving record acceptable to the District; Nevada State Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of and Experience with:

• Electronic inventory systems,
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems,
• Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Standard warehousing, inventory, stock rotation and records, cycle counting, surplus inventory and maintenance procedures;
• Warehouse safety practices;
• Supervisory and training techniques;
• Computer reports and communications;
• Planning and scheduling activities for personnel to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency;
• Supervising and training subordinates;
• Preparing performance evaluations and progressive discipline programs;
• Electronic inventory systems and business math.

Skilled at and Able to:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in written form to subordinates, internal customers, vendors and district leadership;
• Read, write, follow and execute verbal and written instructions in English;
• Motivate employees;
• Learn and maximize efficiencies of electronic inventory systems including the ability to run appropriate reports;
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills;
• Coordinate, assign and supervise work and personnel for maximum effectiveness and efficiency;
• Train and supervise work activities of subordinates;
• Work within deadlines;
• Operate vehicles up to five (5) tons, with manual transmission and 2-speed axles in heavy traffic situations;
• Use appropriate judgment in meeting unforeseen or bad weather conditions;
• Move/lift and carry heavy or large objects such as 50 pounds over head;
• Perform strenuous physical work;
• Establish and maintain working relationships with site administrators, site staff and others contacted in the course of performing assigned duties;
• Maintain accurate and detailed statistical and/or confidential records and documentation;
• Maintain inventory records;
• Operate light auxiliary equipment, such as forklift and pallet jack;
• Accurately pick orders for processing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT?/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• Exposure to weather: Occasionally
• Exposure to loud noises:Occasionally
• Working in confined spaces: Rarely
• Working at heights: Rarely
• Working with hazardous materials: Occasionally

Physical Demands

• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently
• Standing/Walking: Frequently
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling::Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Fine motor skills: Frequently

Definitions:

• Never: The activity or condition does not occur.
• Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
• Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.
• Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.
• Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Washoe County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Washoe County School District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect on the community we serve.

Site(s) Purchasing

Internal Job Number 2025-26-P260881

Salary

Grade 27

Salary: $77,680 (entry step)

Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. Current Washoe County School District employees should contact the Human Resources Department for salary-related information. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.

Additional Job Information

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay.
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.

Please be advised health insurance premiums are paid by employees at a prorated percent for those working less than full time.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.

This job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) ###-####.