Report to: Science Materials Center Manager
Supervises: N/A
Classification: Classified
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: Salary Schedule I (Classified)
The NWESD aspires to be a racially and culturally inclusive staff that reflects the diversity of those we serve. We believe this strengthens our organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches staff engagement.
Summary:
Stock and prepare science kits for the Science Materials Center (SMC) Cooperative.
Essential Functions:
Duties listed are intended to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position. Employee(s) may not perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional duties not listed, but within the general scope of the position.
- Restock, construct and maintain elementary, middle, and high school science kits.
- Make determination of material viability to reuse or replace.
- Prepare materials and create sets for refurbishment.
- Perform quarterly inventory of supplies.
- Restock new product as necessary.
- Maintain environments for living organisms (plants and animals).
- Provide delivery of living organisms (plants and animals) and science kits to SMC cooperative members as scheduled.
- Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Knowledge of departmental and/or program objectives.
- Basic computer operation skills.
- Basic mathematical skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written format.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
Qualifications:
WSP criminal history background clearance required. If employee will be driving as a function of this job, valid Washington State Driver’s License and proof of liability insurance. Driving record must be acceptable for operation of agency vehicle per NWESD policy.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in a warehouse environment. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Prolonged standing may be required along with climbing, stooping, kneeling, pulling and pushing. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.
Hazards: Those present in a normal warehouse environment; no known significant. Any travel may pose potential hazards including driving in inclement weather.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer.
It is the policy of the Northwest Educational Service District No. 189 to not discriminate against any person with regard to age, sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.