Materials Handler I

GJK-000061 11/26; Administration and Finance

Pueblo Community College is one of the most dynamic and progressive community colleges in Colorado. We continually strive to provide modern facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, and comprehensive technical and transfer programs that prepare students to enter the job market or transfer to a four-year school. Our faculty and staff are committed to student success, offering quality classroom instruction and academic support.

CCCS recognizes the importance of a workforce that is reflective of our diverse student community which consists of 22.1% Hispanic; 6.2% Black/African American; 3.7% Asian/Pacific Islander: 0.9% American Indian/Alaskan Native; and 60.5% White.  As such, we are interested in selecting the best candidate from a diverse pool.

The Colorado Community College System (CCCS) and its colleges is the statewide pathway to individual achievement and economic vitality. We provide an accessible, responsive learning environment that facilitates the achievement of educational, professional and personal goals by our students and other members of our communities, and we foster an atmosphere that embraces academic excellence, diversity and innovation.

You will admire the friendly culture of our colleges and be inspired by our team environment and dedicated employees. Additionally, we offer:

• Generous annual and sick leave benefits; our employees stay because of the work/life balance they are able to obtain here.        
• Attractive health, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings options; we will also help you build your retirement savings via our defined benefit or defined contribution plans
• An opportunity to become a lifelong-learner and enjoy considerable savings for the college education of your dependents through our tuition reimbursement program.

Note: Work schedule for this full-time position will be Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May be required to travel to all Pueblo Community College locations. 

EMAIL ADDRESS: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via e-mail. Please include your current e-mail address on your application and set up your e-mail to accept messages from 'cccs.edu and [email protected] addresses. If you do not have an email address, then you will receive correspondence via US mail.   This position supports campus operations through shipping and receiving, mail processing and distribution, inventory management, groundskeeping, and general facilities and event support. Responsibilities include safely handling and distributing materials, maintaining organized storage areas, and assisting with campus safety and daily operational needs.

Shipping and Receiving: Receive, inspect, track, and distribute incoming mail, packages, freight, and supplies. Document damaged shipments, coordinate with vendors and ordering departments, and determine appropriate delivery, storage, or return procedures.

Mail Services: Sort and distribute incoming mail and process outgoing mail, including certified, international, parcel, and bulk mailings. Operate mailing equipment, prepare shipping documentation, and ensure compliance with USPS requirements.

Inventory and Warehouse Management: Maintain organized and secure storage areas, track inventory of supplies and shipping materials, and coordinate the storage, distribution, return, and replenishment of materials.

Materials Handling and Safety: Safely handle and transport packages, freight, and hazardous materials using appropriate equipment and procedures. Follow established safety protocols and prioritize time-sensitive deliveries.

Grounds and Campus Safety: Perform general groundskeeping duties, including litter removal, emptying outdoor receptacles, sweeping walkways, and snow and ice removal. Assist with maintaining safe campus conditions during inclement weather.

Facilities and Event Support: Assist with campus event setup and cleanup, furniture moves, minor repairs, equipment and supply maintenance, and general facilities support. Report maintenance needs, safety hazards, damage, and security concerns.

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

D8G1XX Materials Handler I

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:
One (1) year of experience in shipping and receiving, warehouse operations, mail services, inventory management, materials handling, groundskeeping, or general facilities support. Do not use "SEE RESUME" statements on application; your application must be completed in detail and clearly document your relevant work experience. Part-time experience will be pro-rated. 

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in warehouse operations, logistics, supply chain management, or a closely related field may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application in order to be considered. Please redact age-related information on your transcript.  

Conditions of Employment: Must possess and maintain a valid State of Colorado driver’s license and successfully complete a pre-employment background check, including a motor vehicle report (MVR), as a condition of hire. Felony convictions, convictions of crimes of moral turpitude, or misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from consideration for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the Pueblo Community College Office of Human Resources with official documentation of the disposition of those charges. This position requires the ability to safely operate a forklift and obtain a valid forklift certification within ninety (90) days of hire. An essential function of this position requires the individual to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. It also requires constant or frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, and depth perception. You must be able to perform this level of physical exertion and these essential functions in order to be considered for the position.

Appeal Rights:

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: [email protected]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

This posting may be used to fill one or more similar positions in the future.

PCC recognizes the importance of a workforce that is reflective of our diverse student community.  As such, we are interested in selecting the best candidate from a diverse pool.

Comparative Analysis Process:   Your employment application will be used to rate your training and experience and to determine your rank among the candidates for this position. Other forms of testing may include eSkill, oral board, written, etc. subject to change based on number of qualified applicants. It is, therefore, very important to fill out the application completely and to give a detailed description of your education and work experience. Your application and attachments should address the described duties, minimum, and preferred qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the Minimum Requirements section and that all required documents are included in the application packet (e.g. application, transcripts, licensure, supplemental questionnaire, etc.). Failure to include the required information by the application deadline will result in your rejection from consideration of the position. 

Important Note To Applicants:  Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on your completed application.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  The Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations:  Pueblo Community College is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of our commitment to provide access to individualized support, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator,  Dana Moss, [email protected], (719) 549-3220.

If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations for an exam, refer to the contact information on the exam scheduling notice or on the specific job announcement.

Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act:
The Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. If you require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Dana Moss, [email protected], (719) 549-3220.

Address Confidentiality Program:   If you are covered by the Address Confidentiality Program as provided by Colorado Revised Statute (CRS) 24-21-201 through 24-21-214, please notify the Human Resources office or analyst listed on this announcement so that you are provided the appropriate time extension for notifications provided by U.S. Mail. The extension allowed under this program applies only to U.S. Mail notifications that include a deadline of 10 days or less.

For information regarding Pueblo Community College Security, including crime statistics for the Pueblo, Fremont, and Southwest Colorado Community College East and West campuses and surrounding areas, please see the Pueblo Community College Campus Security website at: http://www.pueblocc.edu/StudentServices/Security/Security.htm. For a hard copy report please contact (719) 549-3144.

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO:
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.