Job Description
Job Requisition ID:49626 Closing Date:03/23/2026 Agency:Department of Agriculture Class Title:STOREKEEPER I - 43051 Skill Option:None Bilingual Option:None Salary:$4380 - $5845 anticipated starting salary monthly Job Type:Salaried Category:Full Time County:Sangamon Number of Vacancies:1 Bargaining Unit Code:RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code:This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website.State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state.Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger--something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule--flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits.Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams.Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.Essential Functions Under general supervision, serves as a Storekeeper for the Bureau of Buildings & Grounds for the Department of Agriculture.Ensures quantity and quality of all receivables through accurate and timely record keeping.Assists in the movement and delivery of Department equipment and supplies.Performs other duties as assigned which are within the scope of duties enumerated above.Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years high school.Requires one-year experience in the keeping of stores and stores records.Preferred Qualifications Prefers experience preparing purchase requisitions.Prefers experience with preparing stock records and reports.Prefers experience with determining quality of goods against prescribed specifications.Conditions of Employment Requires completion of a name-based background screening and self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties.Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S.Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)).Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description Work Hours:8:00am - 4:30pm Work Location:801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 Agency Contact:Bureau of Human Resoruces Email:AGR.HumanResources@illinois.gov Phone #:217-785-5099 Posting Group:Building, Fleet & Institutional Support The Illinois Department of Agriculture administers an annual budget of approximately $200 million and employs more than 400 people statewide, with several hundred more seasonal employees hired during the summer to support the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair.Separate bureaus administer programs and services directed at conserving the State's land and water resources; protecting the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals; overseeing state and county fairs; regulating seed, feed, and fertilizer products; ensuring the financial stability of grain dealers and warehouses; promoting Illinois food and agricultural products; and operating the State's horse racing programs.AGR values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.AGR offers a robust benefit package including; Monday-Friday work schedule Flexible work schedules in many program areas Health, life, vision, and dental insurance 12 Weeks paid maternity/paternity leave Pension Plan Public Service Loan Forgiveness Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date Thirteen - Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today! This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.State employees should sign in to the career portal