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Transportation Material Storage Supervisor


Job Location:

Hartford County, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 90426 - 116548
Posted: 8 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction
Are you self-motivated and experienced in inventory control warehouse operations fiscal oversight and staff supervision
If so we have an exciting opportunity for you!


CONTINUE TO ENJOY
CTDOT was recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE)!
      POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
      • Full-time 40 hours per week.
      • Location: Central Warehouse 660 Brook Street Rocky Hill CT
      • Monday through Friday
      • 7:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
      • Office/On-site
      THE ROLE
      The Transportation Material Storage Supervisor position requires an experienced inventory and operations professional capable of balancing office-based responsibilities with regular field travel to multiple DOT stockrooms for oversight of operations.

      The selected candidate will play a key role in maintaining safety inventory accuracy ensuring compliance with DOT policies and procedures supporting standardized operational practices and overseeing effective Core-CT inventory management processes.

      DUTIES INCLUDE:
      • Directing operations for four (4) or more Store locations including regular reporting to the Central Warehouse
      • Scheduling assigning overseeing and reviewing the work of staff
      • Providing staff training guidance and operational assistance
      • Conducting employee performance evaluations and monitoring work performance
      • Establishing priorities and coordinating daily office and field operations
      • Developing implementing and maintaining office procedures and operational workflows
      • Recommending updates to policies procedures and operational standards
      • Serving as a liaison with internal operating units external agencies and other officials regarding operational and procedural matters
      • Preparing reports correspondence and administrative documentation
      • Reviewing and adjusting inventory values related to deterioration damage or obsolescence
      • Preparing detailed inventory and operational reports
      • Directing and overseeing preparation of annual inventory reporting and related documentation
      • Developing forms instructions and revised procedures related to Stores accounting and inventory operations
      • Traveling independently to multiple DOT Stockrooms to conduct operational oversight
      • Conducting field inspections of Storeroom operations inventory practices and facility conditions
      • Assisting in the establishment and revision of standards and specifications for stock items
      • Reviewing and approving requisitions and purchases submitted by Material Storage Supervisors
      • Overseeing stock distribution material transfers inventory storage methods and material location practices across multiple facilities
      • Maintaining responsibility for the security accountability and control of inventory commodities assets and materials
      • Investigating inventory discrepancies irregularities and operational concerns affecting inventory accuracy or compliance
      • Performing related duties as required
      ABOUT US
      As one of Connecticuts largest State agencies DOT employs approximately 3300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOTs mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.

      Learn more about our mission vision and values by clicking here!
      Selection Plan
      In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service absent any applicable collective bargaining language and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

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      PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
      In the Department of Transportation this class is accountable for supervising Material Storage Supervisors engaged in the handling and storage of materials supplies and repair parts.
      EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
      • Schedules assigns oversees and reviews the work of staff;
      • Provides staff training and assistance;
      • Conducts performance evaluations;
      • Determines priorities and plans office work;
      • Establishes and maintains office procedures;
      • Develops or makes recommendations on the development of policies and standards;
      • Acts as liaison with other operating units agencies and outside officials regarding office policies and procedures;
      • Prepares reports and correspondence;
      • In the office is responsible for maintaining a perpetual inventory record of all Department of Transportation stores in central and field storehouses;
      • Adjusts values of losses caused by deterioration or obsolescence;
      • Prepares detailed reports concerning Department of Transportation stores;
      • Directs the preparation of the annual inventory report;
      • Draws up forms and instructions and puts in operation new or changed methods of stores accounting;
      • In the field directs the activities of four (4) or more stores locations;
      • Conducts field inspection of stores;
      • Assists in the setting up of standards and specifications for stock items and advises on need for revision;
      • Reviews and approves requisitions and purchases made by Material Storage Supervisors for stock purchases;
      • Responsible for the distribution of stock the transfer of items and the locating and methods of storing materials in several stores locations;
      • Security of store material;
      • Investigates discrepancies in records or any unusual conditions affecting stock;
      • Performs related duties as required.
      KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
      • Considerable knowledge of
        • the principles and practices of handling and storing materials supplies and repair parts;
        • the methods and procedures of stock control and storage;
        • relevant agency policies and procedures;
      • Knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures;
      • Considerable
        • interpersonal skills;
        • oral and written communications skills;
      • Considerable ability in adapting general office practices and procedures to stores control;
      • Ability to
        • audit stock accounts;
        • keep records and make reports;
        • utilize computer software;
      • Supervisory ability.
      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
      Six (6) years of experience in materials storage handling in charge of a large complex stores operation.
      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
      Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity.

      NOTE: For state employees lead experience is interpreted at the level of Transportation Maintainer 3. Supervisory experience is interpreted at the level of Material Storage Supervisor 1.
      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
      College training in business administration may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling six (6) months experience to a maximum of four (4) years.
      PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
      • Supervisory experience overseeing diverse workgroups
      • Experience in applying inventory control procedures standard operating procedures (SOPs) and internal controls
      • Experience with storeroom operations procurement and inventory management with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency
      • Experience working with CORE-CT modules including Financials Inventory Queries and HRMS (Time and Labor)
      • Experience with inventory controls and physical inventory processes
      • Experience with working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while providing effective customer service and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
      • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Teams Outlook Excel PowerPoint and Word
      • Validdrivers license and clean driving record
      SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
      • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
      • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operators license.
      Conclusion

      AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

      The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.

      ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
      As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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