Job Details

Shop Stores Specialist II

Position Number: 7313557
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Other Administrative Positions

Shop Stores Specialist II

Posting Number: SP005363P
Division/College: College of Science
Department: Chemistry
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

The Department of Chemistry seeks a highly motivated individual to lead Chemstores operations, which serves the State-wide University research and teaching community. This position works independently, ensuring all aspects of operations are performed at the highest standards of Safety, State and Federal Guidelines, while also working closely with the Department manager, Safety and outside Vendors to provide best pricing, products and service to our University members.

Position Overview:

The position performs routine manual and moderately complex clerical and physical work in a general warehouse or stockroom. The position is the first contact for customers at the Shop Store and has a special emphasis on providing leadership and training to others and the fiscal and administrative support for the Store.

This is an essential position that may be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.

Duties may include:

Provide customer support
Research and procure items
Track and organize inventory and reorder as needed
Handle, store and transport hazardous materials
Receive, inventory, prepare for issue, and verify condition and accuracy of goods
Ensure timely delivery of products
Review and verify invoices and approve payment
Review and send billing costs to work orders and projects
Review and reconcile purchasing card activity
Provide support and supervision to other staff
Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Three years performing retail or warehouse duties, including receiving, storing, inventorying, and distributing materials, and providing customer service
Experience researching and procuring materials, supplies and equipment
Using computer software and applications for word processing, email, and internet searches.
Reviewing financial documents to ensure compliance with policies, laws and regulations
Providing instruction, participating in or leading a team, or delegating duties and responsibilities to others

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

None

Additional Preferred:

Associates or Bachelors degree in Chemistry, or Biology (Bachelors degree preferred).
Verbal and written communication skills
Experience with U of I computer software including Banner, FAMIS and Chrome River.
Safety training or certification in hazardous chemicals and materials handling
Knowledge of chemistry and/or biology
Knowledge and understanding of state and federal rules and procedures regarding hazardous materials storage and handling
Ability to prioritize and work independently, as well as working rapidly and accurately under pressure

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Must be able to:
- Work closely, handling sealed and open hazardous materials containers
- Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment to work with chemicals
- Bend, stoop, stand, kneel
- Lift and carry or otherwise move up to 80 pounds as needed

Degree Requirement:
N/A: No degree requirement
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $50,000 annually or higher depending upon education and experience
Type of Appointment: Academic Year
FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 07/09/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Position will remain open until a pool of suitable candidates is identified.
Please include how you meet the required qualifications and any of the preferred qualifications in your Letter of Application.
Applications received by July 23, 2026 will receive first consideration.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52074

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.