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Buffalo Public Schools Textbook Inventory Specialist - Curriculum, Provisional, RB #24-181 in Buffalo, New York
Title:Textbook Inventory Specialist - Curriculum, Provisional, RB #24-181
ID:9426
Department:Other
Location:Other
Division:Civil Service
Type:Support Staff
Description
BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION OFFICE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT ROOM 720 CITY HALL BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #24-144 December 11, 2024BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY
Civil Service Residency Requirements will apply
(The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans. The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American)
POSITION: Textbook Inventory Specialist - Provisional SALARY: $56,170 - $66,268 LOCATION: Curriculum Department, Building #187, 333 Clinton St., Buffalo, NY 14204
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DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS :
This position is responsible for the physical inventory and distribution of Textbooks and other instructional materials. Duties involve the organizing and managing of textbooks/modules for academic programs, the employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction and receives guidance from the Supervisor of Libraries. Supervision is exercised over personnel assigned.
Typical Work Activities
Ensures district policies regarding textbook control and distribution procedures are followed.
Assist with scheduling meetings with District content area directors and administrators to plan district textbook needs.
Receive and track discrepancies related to purchase or receipt of textbooks.
Assists and instructs district employees in the proper organization of textbook storage rooms within the various schools
Reviews and responds to inquiries or concerns regarding textbook distribution and takes appropriate action to resolve issues in a timely manner.
Checks textbook purchase orders and packing slips for ISBN, description, quantity and price; identifies errors and reports appropriate details to Supervisor
Responsible for scheduling pick-up, processing, delivery and storage of textbooks
Travels to various District locations to recover unused/ surplus textbooks
Assess damaged books and report on appropriate quantity for following year
Assists with physically preparing shipments, physical inventory, packing of surplus and organizing storage rooms
Ensures schools are using mandated and board approved textbooks
Performs related duties as required .
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES and PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Requires the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize.
Requires the ability to use technology to input, edit, and format data and information
Ability to be trained in the use of personal computers, data terminals, etc.;
Knowledge of modern methods used in tracking and distributing inventory
Ability to prepare required reports and maintains appropriate records.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions;
Ability to bend, lift, climb and stand for long periods of time;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position
Minimum Qualifications :
High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma. In addition, a minimum of two (2) years experience with inventory, and/or organization/collation of records or data is preferred FINAL FILING DATE: December 27, 2024 Approved by: Tami Holli-McGee Chief of Human Resources The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579
