Inventory ManagerJob ID: 13455Location: El Paso, TXFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularAbout UTEPhttps://www.utep.edu/UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.https://www.utep.edu/vpbaThe Division of Business Affairs oversees many elements of doing business at UTEP, including human resources, the budget office, and accounting and financial services. In addition, the VPBA Office manages business contracts and agreements, institutional memberships, the University's risk management/insurance program, and the open records process. Our goal is to support the University's teaching, research and public service mission by providing superior services to the campus community.https://www.utep.edu/vpba/accounting-and-financial-reporting/department… Financial Reporting department at The University of Texas at El Paso serves to assist with external and internal financial reporting requirements. Our primary role is to disseminate accurate and timely reports to management and external stakeholders. These reports play an important part in educating stakeholders about the University's financial standing and allows them to make informed decisions. The Financial Reporting department also handles the accounting of construction and capital projects.Position InformationHiring Department: https://www.utep.edu/vpba/accounting-and-financial-reporting/department… End Date: Open until filled.Hours: u40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pmFLSA status: ExemptEarliest Start Date: 08/01/2025Salary: $56,000 annuallyRequired Application Materials:• Resume• Cover Letter• List of three referencesThe primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.Purpose of PositionSummary: Manages and coordinates activities of personnel involved in performing internal and external operations, primarily responsible for providing supervisory, administrative, and technical skills necessary to manage the activities of an inventory team. Responsible for maintaining records concerning all permanent movable equipment in University buildings and facilities. Must comply with all operating policies and procedures concerning warehouse operations. Must be a highly effective communicator.Note: The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed below. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and must be insurable as defined in the UT System BPM 16-05-02, as applicable to the performance of essential duties and responsibilities of the position.Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:• Manages the day-to-day operations of the department.• Direct employee training and mentoring to improve efficiency and ensure conformance to standard procedures and practices. Analyzes and resolves departmental and external problems; implements measures to improve processes and to motivate workers.• Works with the Accounting department on analysis of entries to the Assets module.• Works with Department representatives to set up appointments, research inventory discrepancies, and promote compliance with University, UT System, State, and Federal guidelines• Provides training to other departments as needed.• Schedules and directs the work of personnel assigned to his/her section.• Checks incoming shipments and payment vouchers for equipment to determine if item(s) should be classified as a permanent asset or a controlled asset, per the State's guidelines.• Records the receipt of permanent movable equipment.• Supervises the assignment and attachment of Inventory Numbers and Tags.• Supplies information for compilation of Inventory Reports.• Plans and coordinates the yearly physical inventories, and coordinates with department officials in verifying inventory location and reports.• Establishes and maintains communication channels with department officials at all levels on the campus.• Maintains and updates the University's asset database and coordinates with Facilities to record asset transfers to the Surplus Property Program.• Performs related duties as required. Responsible for the design, execution, and effectiveness of a system of internal controls that provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, financial information is reliable, and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures are complied with.• Prepares a variety of Inventory Reports concerning his/her department.• Conducts special site inventories of equipment as required by applicable directives.• Communicates on a daily basis with various campus departments to resolve any questions or problems that may arise.• Writes performance reports on assigned personnel.• Assists with the training of staff and student-employees.• Operates within approved budget and gives input for future budget requirements.• Knowledge of Microsoft Office's Excel and Word software.• Able to learn and use institutional software systems, including PeopleSoft and AssetWorks.• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills• Performs other duties that may be assigned.• Complies with all State and University policies.Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies, and applicable laws.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree, preferably with a Business background.andExperience: Three years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a minimum of two years supervisory experience, preferably within a warehouse/Inventory environment.Additional InformationPhysical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee must frequently stand, walk, use hands to feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.May be required to wear personal protective equipment to include back support, leather gloves, and eye protection. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at mailto:titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6207611jeid-c8a796d8c5024e43ae7b6345518b421d