Property Clerk II

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Property Clerk II

Description

Position Summary

Ready to play a pivotal role in our operations? Join our team as a Property Clerk II and oversee the heart of our property management system!

Under the guidance of the Director of Logistical Services, you'll manage a sophisticated computerized property control system for centralized or dispersed property. You'll also prepare and submit statistical and analytical data to support campus-wide projections.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inventory Management: Oversee the operation of a complex computerized property control system, ensuring accurate and timely inventory records and reports.
• Property Tracking: Record and mark the receipt of new property, release it to authorized units, and inform employees of their responsibilities and liabilities.
• Operational Efficiency: Supervise periodic and annual inventories and inspections, resolving discrepancies and ensuring the proper movement and care of property.
• Surplus Property Management: Handle campus-wide surplus property, assess the condition, and recommend the appropriate disposition of property requiring repair, salvage, or disposal.
• Data Analysis: Prepare and submit statistical and analytical data for campus-wide projections, contributing to effective decision-making.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with supervisors and colleagues to resolve issues and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Vehicle & Equipment Registration: Maintain records and register all motor vehicles, boats, trailers, and equipment requiring licenses.

What We Offer:

• Skill Development: Enhance your expertise in property control, inventory management, and logistics while building relationships across departments and with vendors.
• Autonomy: Take ownership of property control processes and make impactful decisions that contribute to the success of the department.
• Professional Growth: Be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and provides opportunities for career growth in logistics and property management.
  
  

Join us and make a difference in our logistics operations. Your attention to detail and leadership will ensure the success of our property management and logistical services!

Position Information

• Full-time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• Position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

Under the general direction and supervision of the Assistant Director, Logistical Services, Material Management (MM) is responsible for the receipt, tagging and inventory control of approximately 22,000 items of university equipment valued at approximately $100,000,000. MM must provide documentation and verification of all material to assure it is in accordance with purchase orders. The department is responsible for ensuring physical inventories of all property are conducted in accordance with State regulations. MM also coordinates all office relocations and acts as the liaison between the University and the moving services contractors. MM is responsible for surplusing all equipment/goods as needed by the campus. Goods/computers will be reused, repurposed, or donated.

For more information regarding the Logistical Services Department, click here .

Education and Experience

Three years of experience inventorying and maintaining control records for a wide variety of property and equipment or expendable store keeping items. Prospective applicants who have not had the experience listed may be considered eligible based on other evidence of meeting the above minimum qualifications of the position.

Key Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds without assistance.
• Thorough knowledge of the methods and practices used to inspect, maintaining, issuing, taking, and recording inventory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Previous inventory or property clerk experience in a higher education environment.
• Previous experience with Oracle or similar software used to receive and track inventory through the life cycle of property.

Licenses/Certifications Required

• Valid California Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.
• Forklift Certification required within 60 days of hire; certification will be provided by the employer

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department’s budget and equity guidelines.

• CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,864 - $6,854/month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $4,835/month .

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview .

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by August 8, 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here .

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Michelle Puentes at mpuentes2@sdsu.edu .

Advertised: Jul 25 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
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