Position Description:

Position Summary

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a diverse, exciting, and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. In addition to its scientific work, the Observatory is committed to outreach and education. The Observatory offers a wide range of programs and resources for students, teachers, and the general public, including tours, lectures, and online resources. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the famous Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico, the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia, and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile.
 
At NRAO we are seeking a Part-Time Shipping and Receiving Clerk. The position will be based at our office in Socorro and will drive to the Very Large Array site, 50 miles west of Socorro regularly. The Shipping and Receiving Clerk will verify and keep records on incoming and outgoing shipments as well as prepare items for shipment. Duties include assembling, addressing, stamping, and shipping merchandise or material; receiving, unpacking, verifying and recording incoming merchandise or material; and arranging for the transportation of products. Log in   systems and distribute inbound freight by matching packing slips with Purchase Receivers. Ensures that materials shipped and received are verified against pertinent documentation such as bills of lading, purchase orders, and invoices.  Performs daily mail run and routes to ensure accurate and prompt delivery to departments and facilities.

What You Will be Doing:

●         Examining contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipment.

●        Preparing documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials.

●        Recording shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, and damages and discrepancies, for reporting, accounting, and recordkeeping purposes.

●        Determining shipping method for materials, using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.

●         Packing, sealing, labeling, and affixing postage to prepare materials for shipping, using work devices such as hand tools, power tools, and postage meter.

●        Operating hand dollies, pallet jacks, and/or forklifts in loading and unloading supplies and equipment;

●         Operating company vehicle to deliver shipments; 

●        Assisting in routine maintenance of equipment, relocation of incoming and outgoing materials. 

●        Maintaining department spreadsheets, prepare routine reports, and file shipping/receiving records.

●        Conferring and corresponding with establishment representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and non-conformance to specifications.

●        Requisitioning and storing shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.

●        Contacting carrier representatives to make arrangements and to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.

●        Computing amounts, such as space available, and shipping, storage, and demurrage charges, using calculator or price list.

●        Filling in for/backs up the Inventory & Supply Clerk and Special Services Assistant, as necessary.

●        Proactively complying with NRAO and government safety policies and procedures in own work areas.

●        Other duties as assigned.

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Work Environment

The VLA Site is a remote scientific/industrial facility at 7000 feet elevation. This position is located at DSOC where the shipping and receiving dock and office is located. Works in office environment, must be able to work at a computer with detailed and complex alpha and numerical information. Works in a warehouse or stores environment and at a desk with a computer terminal. Position is responsible for delivering parcels and packages to the three floors of DSOC and the VLA are required.  May work outdoors delivering/driving supplies to per-determined locations. Frequent standing, walking, and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.

Who You Are:

●        You have a high school diploma or GED.

●        You have at least two years of experience in related field. – OR – An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Competency Summary

●        Ability to accept responsibility and be accountable for actions taken. 

●        Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly (detail oriented). 

●        Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. 

●        Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. 

●        Organized or able to follow a systematic method of performing a task. 

●        Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. 

●        May be b required to complete assigned tasks under demanding situations.

●        Computer Skills Working knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Excel, Work, and Access is desirable. 

●        Exposure to the use of computerized inventory database systems is desirable.

Additional Requirement

●        Must have a valid driver’s license

●        Background Check. The selected candidate must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment motor vehicle background check as a condition of employment.

Total Rewards:

The NRAO offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees’ overall well-being and career growth.

Compensation

The NRAO strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance.

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions.

Benefits:

NRAO’s benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. NRAO provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. NRAO’s retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant’s base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions.

Application Instructions:

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

AUI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Minorities, Vietnam-Era Veterans, Disabled Veterans, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. To view our complete statement, please visit http://jobs.jobvite.com/nrao/jobs. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to [email protected].

The NRAO is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V)