Warehouse Specialist

Warehouse Specialist

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $16.48 - $25.14 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Coral Ortega | [email protected]
Application Deadline – 9/26/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

The Utah State Library Division is seeking a dependable Warehouse Specialist to join our central logistics team at the Multistate Center West (MSCW). In this role, you will play a vital behind-the-scenes part in supporting Midland and Western United States, education, and information access by managing the physical flow of library materials and state assets. This position operates within a structured facility where teamwork, safety, and community impact drive our daily success. If you are a self-motivated professional looking to build a stable career with the State of Utah, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to serve the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory Control: Accurately track stock levels, perform routine cycle counts and manual spot checks without a scan gun, reconcile discrepancies, and record inventory data into management systems (e.g., WOW2) to ensure optimal stock availability.
• Order Processing: Efficiently pick, pack, stage, and verify customer and library orders against packing slips and system logs using automated or manual workflows with high accuracy.
• Shipping and Receiving: Receive, inspect, unload, and log incoming freight, equipment, and commodities for damage, while preparing outbound shipments and coordinating proper staging and documentation.
• Warehouse Organization: Maintain a clean, lean, and safe workspace by optimizing spatial layout, arranging pallet racking/floor storage to maximize space usage, and improving stock accessibility.
• Forklift Operation: Safely operate industrial machinery (such as sit-down counterbalance and stand-up rider forklifts) to load, unload, stack, and move heavy pallets and materials.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Order Processing: Experience picking, packing, staging, and verifying customer orders efficiently against packing slips with a low error rate.
• Inventory Control: Proven ability to accurately track stock levels, perform cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and log inventory data into a warehouse management system.
• Forklift Certification: Documented OSHA-compliant certification to safely operate both Class I/IV Sit-Down Counterbalance and Class II Stand-Up Rider forklifts.
• Physical Capability: Ability to continuously stand, walk, bend, and safely lift, carry, and maneuver items weighing up to 75 pounds throughout an 8-hour shift.

Supplemental Information:

• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working aroundoperating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• The work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as frequent climbing, liftingheavy objects over 50 pounds, crouching or crawling in restricted areas, defending oneselfand/or others against physical attack.

About the Role

Location –
250 N 1950 W
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – No
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. 
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals. 
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
The Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement isn't just another state agency. Theprograms we manage and the services we provide are the heart and soul of Utah. By working withlocal arts agencies, historical societies, volunteer organizations, libraries, museums, and other state andfederal agencies, as well as the state's many indigenous and minority groups, the professionals in ourdepartment improve the lives of individuals and communities throughout Utah.

The department provides a fast paced, collaborative, and energetic work environment that supports employees in balancing work and home life. We actively encourage flexible work schedules and telecommuting options where it makes sense. For more information about the Department of Cultural & Community Engagement, click here. For more information about the Utah State Library, click here.

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.