City of Sacramento, CA
Salary :
$42,495.61 - $59,795.60 Annually Location :
Sacramento, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Career Job Number:
016089-25-FD Department:
Fire Division:
Logistics Opening Date:
09/01/2025 Closing Date:
9/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION Under general supervision, performs manual and clerical duties in the receiving, storing, and issuing of a variety of materials and supplies; receives, unpacks, and checks materials; issues and delivers requisitioned materials; assists with counting stock, checking inventory and maintaining records.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the journey-level class in the Stores Clerk series. Incumbents in this class perform the full range of duties required of the class. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Stores Clerk I; or, when filled from the outside, require prior stores operation experience. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing the full range of duties and meet the qualification standards for the class. This class is distinguished from Stores Clerk I by the scope of assignments and the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. This class may also be distinguished from the higher-level class of Storekeeper because the latter has greater responsibility for independently maintaining and operating an independent storeroom or warehouse and performing more complex duties that involve purchasing and inventory management.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by a supervisor, higher-level administrator or manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Receive, and unpack incoming materials and supplies according to applicable codes and regulations. Check delivery receipts against purchase order for accuracy. Inspect items for reliable condition. Issue materials, supplies, tools and equipment. Package items for delivery in accordance with applicable codes and regulations. Receive returned items. Record stock items in filling requests. May place orders with suppliers. Operate forklift and other stockroom equipment in the receiving, storing and retrieving of supplies and materials. Assist in the training of new employees. Assist in maintaining a wide variety of records. Perform a wide variety of routine clerical tasks associated with store room functions. Assist in periodic inventories. Pick-up and deliver supplies and materials. Perform general cleanup of storage facilities. Respond to and execute oral and written instructions. Provide exceptional customer service to those contacted in the course of work. Other related duties may also be performed. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of :
Routine storekeeping functions. Safe and efficient methods for handling heavy objects. Standard mathematical principles. Basic principles of weights and measurements. Basic practices of customer service. Basic computer hardware and software. Modern office practices. Rigging standards and principles of safe and efficient methods for handling heavy objects. Skill in:
Packaging materials and supplies for delivery. Lifting and moving materials and supplies. Developing inventory of materials and supplies. Weighing or counting items for distribution. Composing written correspondence. Managing multiple tasks and deadlines. Customer service, including dealing with conflict resolution for unsatisfied customers. Problem solving. Rigging for the handing of heavy objects. Ability to :
Perform routine clerical work associated with store room functions. Perform simple arithmetic calculations. Prepare storekeeping-related records and files using manual and/or computerized systems. Maintain storekeeping-related records and files using manual and/or computerized systems. Follow oral and written instructions. Use standard principles of weights and measurement. Communicate at a level necessary for efficient performance. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Perform heavy manual work in lifting and moving stock weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. Enter data at a speed not less than 30 net words per minute. Learn to operate forklifts and other storeroom equipment. Use computers and other office equipment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:
Eighteen months of experience performing routine clerical and manual duties in a stores or warehouse. AND
Education
High school diploma or its equivalent. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to enter data at a speed not less than 30 net words per minute. Ability to attain a state issued Forklift Certification by the end of probationary period. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Driver License:
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Physical Requirements:
Making observations. Operating assigned equipment. Communicating with others. Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time. Moving supplies, parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Bending, stooping and climbing. PROBATIONARY PERIOD
Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE P lease note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application:
(Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit
online
a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section.
Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you're requesting Veteran's credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran's credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note:
Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3.
Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate's eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Stores Clerk II examination.
4.
Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
5.
Conditional Hire:
Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
Please visit for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at ; Send an email to ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.
Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Additional Information Civil Service Rules:
Union Contracts: Salary Schedule: 01
APPLICATION : I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment
Yes
02
DRIVER'S LICENSE CONFIRMATION:
I attest I possess or will possess a valid California Class C Driver's License by the time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
Yes No
03
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION : The following questions are the Training and Experience (T&E) Examination. In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, applicants must complete and submit online responses to the T&E questions. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the T&E Exam questions should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. In accordance with the City of Sacramento's Racial and Gender Equity Action Plan (RGEAP), this examination contains non-binary names and pronouns. For additional information regarding the City's RGEAP, please copy and paste the following link into a web browser: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/Divisions/ode/workforce-equity-documents/Full-RGEAP.pdf I understand and agree to the above instructions.
Yes
04
Select the one option that best describes your experience performing routine storekeeping functions such as receiving deliveries, packing materials to be delivered, placing supply orders, and ensuring storeroom is kept neat and orderly.
Thirty (30) months or more At least twenty-four (24) months, but less than thirty (30) months At least eighteen (18) months, but less than twenty-four (24) months At least twelve (12) months, but less than eighteen (18) months Less than twelve (12) months
05
Select the one option that best describes your experience lifting, moving, and/or handling heavy materials and supplies in a stores or warehouse.
Thirty (30) months or more At least twenty-four (24) months, but less than thirty (30) months At least eighteen (18) months, but less than twenty-four (24) months At least twelve (12) months, but less than eighteen (18) months Less than twelve (12) months
06
Select the one option that best describes your experience documenting items as they are received, delivered, or during routine inventory checks.
Thirty (30) months or more At least twenty-four (24) months, but less than thirty (30) months At least eighteen (18) months, but less than twenty-four (24) months At least twelve (12) months, but less than eighteen (18) months Less than twelve (12) months
07
Select the one option that best describes your experience resolving issues for customers related to incorrect, missing, or damaged supplies.
Thirty (30) months or more At least twenty-four (24) months, but less than thirty (30) months At least eighteen (18) months, but less than twenty-four (24) months At least twelve (12) months, but less than eighteen (18) months Less than twelve (12) months
Required Question
$42,495.61 - $59,795.60 Annually Location :
Sacramento, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Career Job Number:
016089-25-FD Department:
Fire Division:
Logistics Opening Date:
09/01/2025 Closing Date:
9/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION Under general supervision, performs manual and clerical duties in the receiving, storing, and issuing of a variety of materials and supplies; receives, unpacks, and checks materials; issues and delivers requisitioned materials; assists with counting stock, checking inventory and maintaining records.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the journey-level class in the Stores Clerk series. Incumbents in this class perform the full range of duties required of the class. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Stores Clerk I; or, when filled from the outside, require prior stores operation experience. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing the full range of duties and meet the qualification standards for the class. This class is distinguished from Stores Clerk I by the scope of assignments and the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. This class may also be distinguished from the higher-level class of Storekeeper because the latter has greater responsibility for independently maintaining and operating an independent storeroom or warehouse and performing more complex duties that involve purchasing and inventory management.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by a supervisor, higher-level administrator or manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Receive, and unpack incoming materials and supplies according to applicable codes and regulations. Check delivery receipts against purchase order for accuracy. Inspect items for reliable condition. Issue materials, supplies, tools and equipment. Package items for delivery in accordance with applicable codes and regulations. Receive returned items. Record stock items in filling requests. May place orders with suppliers. Operate forklift and other stockroom equipment in the receiving, storing and retrieving of supplies and materials. Assist in the training of new employees. Assist in maintaining a wide variety of records. Perform a wide variety of routine clerical tasks associated with store room functions. Assist in periodic inventories. Pick-up and deliver supplies and materials. Perform general cleanup of storage facilities. Respond to and execute oral and written instructions. Provide exceptional customer service to those contacted in the course of work. Other related duties may also be performed. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of :
Routine storekeeping functions. Safe and efficient methods for handling heavy objects. Standard mathematical principles. Basic principles of weights and measurements. Basic practices of customer service. Basic computer hardware and software. Modern office practices. Rigging standards and principles of safe and efficient methods for handling heavy objects. Skill in:
Packaging materials and supplies for delivery. Lifting and moving materials and supplies. Developing inventory of materials and supplies. Weighing or counting items for distribution. Composing written correspondence. Managing multiple tasks and deadlines. Customer service, including dealing with conflict resolution for unsatisfied customers. Problem solving. Rigging for the handing of heavy objects. Ability to :
Perform routine clerical work associated with store room functions. Perform simple arithmetic calculations. Prepare storekeeping-related records and files using manual and/or computerized systems. Maintain storekeeping-related records and files using manual and/or computerized systems. Follow oral and written instructions. Use standard principles of weights and measurement. Communicate at a level necessary for efficient performance. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Perform heavy manual work in lifting and moving stock weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. Enter data at a speed not less than 30 net words per minute. Learn to operate forklifts and other storeroom equipment. Use computers and other office equipment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:
Eighteen months of experience performing routine clerical and manual duties in a stores or warehouse. AND
Education
High school diploma or its equivalent. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to enter data at a speed not less than 30 net words per minute. Ability to attain a state issued Forklift Certification by the end of probationary period. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Driver License:
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Physical Requirements:
Making observations. Operating assigned equipment. Communicating with others. Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time. Moving supplies, parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Bending, stooping and climbing. PROBATIONARY PERIOD
Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE P lease note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application:
(Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit
online
a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section.
Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you're requesting Veteran's credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran's credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note:
Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3.
Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate's eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Stores Clerk II examination.
4.
Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
5.
Conditional Hire:
Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
Please visit for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at ; Send an email to ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.
Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Additional Information Civil Service Rules:
Union Contracts: Salary Schedule: 01
APPLICATION : I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment
Yes
02
DRIVER'S LICENSE CONFIRMATION:
I attest I possess or will possess a valid California Class C Driver's License by the time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
Yes No
03
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION : The following questions are the Training and Experience (T&E) Examination. In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, applicants must complete and submit online responses to the T&E questions. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the T&E Exam questions should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. In accordance with the City of Sacramento's Racial and Gender Equity Action Plan (RGEAP), this examination contains non-binary names and pronouns. For additional information regarding the City's RGEAP, please copy and paste the following link into a web browser: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/Divisions/ode/workforce-equity-documents/Full-RGEAP.pdf I understand and agree to the above instructions.
Yes
04
Select the one option that best describes your experience performing routine storekeeping functions such as receiving deliveries, packing materials to be delivered, placing supply orders, and ensuring storeroom is kept neat and orderly.
Thirty (30) months or more At least twenty-four (24) months, but less than thirty (30) months At least eighteen (18) months, but less than twenty-four (24) months At least twelve (12) months, but less than eighteen (18) months Less than twelve (12) months
05
Select the one option that best describes your experience lifting, moving, and/or handling heavy materials and supplies in a stores or warehouse.
Thirty (30) months or more At least twenty-four (24) months, but less than thirty (30) months At least eighteen (18) months, but less than twenty-four (24) months At least twelve (12) months, but less than eighteen (18) months Less than twelve (12) months
06
Select the one option that best describes your experience documenting items as they are received, delivered, or during routine inventory checks.
Thirty (30) months or more At least twenty-four (24) months, but less than thirty (30) months At least eighteen (18) months, but less than twenty-four (24) months At least twelve (12) months, but less than eighteen (18) months Less than twelve (12) months
07
Select the one option that best describes your experience resolving issues for customers related to incorrect, missing, or damaged supplies.
Thirty (30) months or more At least twenty-four (24) months, but less than thirty (30) months At least eighteen (18) months, but less than twenty-four (24) months At least twelve (12) months, but less than eighteen (18) months Less than twelve (12) months
Required Question