Retail Storekeeper 1

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

PER EXECUTIVE ORDER 2026-01 ALL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN WAIVED FOR THIS POSITION UNTIL JUNE 30TH 2026. Please refer to the link for more information: executive-order

The Nevada Department of Corrections is hiring for a Retail Storekeeper 1 at the Lovelock Correctional Center (LCC) in Lovelock NV. Incumbents in this position perform merchandising and stock control duties to maximize profits in retail store environment which include canteen stores throughout the statewide institutional facilities. Incumbents order inventory and oversee stock control and merchandising in a retail operation involving high volume turnover of a limited variety of merchandise which may include food soft drinks personal hygiene items and small electrical appliances. Incumbents receive and inspect merchandise to ensure there is no damage quantity received is correct and merchandise meets order specifications as well as perform physical inventory counts. Incumbents receive and input inmate orders per established procedures; print receipts/list of authorized purchases; remove items from stock and package inmate orders; distribute inmate order through a secure window or deliver merchandise to lockdown units; verify inmates identity; check each item against receipts quantity; obtain inmates signature to verify acceptance of merchandise; ensure items are within security level restrictions; enforce storeroom and computer security according to established policy and procedures; clean and maintain stockroom and equipment per established health and safety standard. Position requires supervisor of inmate workers. Hours of operation are 7:00am-3:00pm Monday through Friday; hours are subject to change depending on the need of the agency.

One year of storekeeping or retail experience which included stocking sales and/or customer service.

Assist in identifying existing merchandise which has expired and/or does not meet merchandising turnover goals and/or resale standards; perform physical inventory counts; determine order quantity and verify price and availability with vendor; research catalogs and the Internet for new product availability and price; procure merchandise through direct purchase procedure and enter purchase information into a point-of-sale (POS) or other computer-based system.

Receive and inspect merchandise to ensure there is no damage quantity received is correct and merchandise meets order specifications; enter new inventory into a POS computer-based inventory system ensuring price and markup are correct; process receiver documentation and prepare invoice for payment; and complete accounting documentation as required.

Develop and/or implement a store layout plan to maximize visual appeal with the goal to increase per capita sales; shelve merchandise in proper location and to prevent damage; store and rotate food and dated perishable merchandise per established procedures to prevent spoilage or loss; recommend mark-downs to clear slow moving merchandise; amend POS and re-price merchandise accordingly.

In a correctional environment receive and input inmate orders per established procedures; print receipt/list of authorized purchases; remove items from inventory and package inmate orders; distribute inmate orders through a secure window or deliver merchandise to lockdown units; verify inmates identity; check each item against receipt quantity; obtain inmates signature to verify acceptance of merchandise; ensure items requested are within security level restrictions; enforce storeroom and computer security according to established policy and procedures; poll inmate population; revise add and delete catalog entries to maintain the most recent information regarding merchandise available; print and distribute merchandise catalogs to appropriate security levels; check inmate accounts in the computer upon request from authorized facility personnel and print reports; and clean and maintain stockroom and equipment per established health and safety standards.

In a Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) retail (for-profit) enterprise positions develop or assist in the development of the budget for assigned product lines; project plan and monitor revenue expenses inventory control wages etc in order to ensure attainment of profit goals; project shortfalls or other obstacles toward goal attainment and implement corrective action; purchase goods within open-to-buy limits; merchandise or assist in merchandising product lines in an aesthetically pleasing and efficient design; develop or assist in the development and implementation of a marketing plan for assigned product lines; liaise with vendors on returns best price payment terms etc; monitor industry trends.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Positions allocated to this class work under general supervision at a major correctional facility canteen store or other State retail store operation and perform merchandising and inventory control duties to maximize profits in a retail stores environment. Procurement receiving stocking and distribution duties are varied and cyclical but are interrelated and generally follow established routines involving several sequential steps processes or operations. Assignments are structured by procedure manuals or general instructions and variations from standard practice require approval of the supervisor.

Working knowledge of: proper storage and rotation of food and dated perishable merchandise.

General knowledge of: sales and merchandising methods; storekeeping methods and procedures; computer functions and keyboarding techniques; recordkeeping including hard copy and electronic files inventory methods.

Ability to: systematically arrange similar kinds of stock and/or property into groups or categories according to established criteria; learn State and agency policies and procedures related to ordering merchandise for resale; add subtract multiply and divide whole numbers; perform routine work according to set procedures and sequence; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; read catalogs instructions forms and other materials commonly used in a supply/procurement environment; complete standard forms; lift and move heavy objects; work effectively with inmates in a prison canteen store; calmly explain store policies and procedures.

Recruiter Contact Information: Clark Mandichak -

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse inclusive and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race color national origin religion or belief age disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy domestic partnership genetic information (GINA) or compensation and/or wages.

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