Looking for a career with a dynamic organization that is committed to protecting wildlife? We are interested in dedicated individuals who are positive, enthusiastic, and passionate about connecting people, animals, conservation science and traditional knowledge to fight extinction. Your Toronto Zoo makes animal well-being a priority in all operations and shows respect for all wildlife.
Apply Online by June 13, 2025.
Position Purpose: The Seasonal Stores Clerk is responsible for assisting with the year-end processing and ordering of goods and services. The position will also be responsible for the Zoo courier service and various organizational, clerical and processing duties of moderate complexities within the Stores Unit. This position will assist and provide support in implementing the Strategic Plan.
Core Role Responsibilities:
- Year-end processing and ordering of goods and services.
- Providing courier service on various deliveries and pick-ups, as requested.
- Performing mailroom duties including distribution of Zoo inbound and outbound mail.
- Logging outgoing and incoming laundry service (cleaning & repair); distributes incoming laundry to individual staff lockers.
- Maintaining and updating computerized Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP). Inventory records including stock and receipt of new inventory against PO.
- Assisting as required with: Receiving of incoming physical products (boxes, bags, envelopes) that have been delivered by various transportation companies in an efficient manner.
- Checking all goods incoming and outgoing for condition and quantity and crosschecking against actual purchase order, bills of lading, invoices or other records.
- Distribution/ shelving of received ds to appropriate areas and/ or to various stock bins.
- Assisting with third party courier request including: creating waybills and shipping documentation (FedEx, Priority, Purolator, etc.) and making the necessary.
- Telephone calls to ensure prompt pick up.
- Issuing, recording and maintaining of uniform issues to staff.
- Assisting in year-end inventory count.
- Operating vehicle for the delivery of mail and supplies.
- Providing customer service by giving required information to Supervisors and other staff.
- Advising Supervisor of any Health and Safety issues that need to be addressed.
- Keeping work area clean and safe.
- Providing excellent customer service to our guests.
- Follows all policies and branch instructions.
- Attends appropriate training as required.
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
- Must have a Completion of Grade 12 education, or the equivalent amount of training and related experience. (Courses in warehouse/inventory management preferred.)
- Must have 1 years of proven experience in the same or similar position. (in a comparable role in stock control and stock room procedures, or equivalent, preferably in a computerized environment).
- Familiarity with various inventory items including hardware would be an asset.
- Excellent knowledge of the Greater Toronto Area and vicinity streets and various public and government building.
- Must have good knowledge of business English and spelling, standard office practices and procedures and clear and legible handwriting.
- Experience with inventory management software and accounting systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains).
- Must bring in positive outlook and flexibility and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to perform detailed tasks and deal with large volumes, interruptions, and deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, along with strong communications skills.
- Working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and WHMIS legislation an asset.
- Must possess an unrestricted Class G driver’s license valid in the Province of Ontario along with a good driving record. (e.g. driving to various locations onsite in a Zoo vehicle).
- Must be knowledgeable in the use of computerized programs and systems. (MS Office, Email and Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains.)
- Must be able to work weekends, shifts and holidays as scheduled.
- Must be able to deal with staff and public in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Capable of meeting the physical requirements of the position. (stand, kneel or stoop) of the job and lift and/or up to 50 pounds.
While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate may be required to provide a police reference check and/or driver’s abstract, at their own expense as a condition of employment. Candidates may be required to take a written and/or practical examination relevant to the position.
The Toronto Zoo values the importance of inclusive recruitment practices and strives to create a workplace that reflects and celebrates the rich diversity of our city. Please let us know if you require specific accommodations to be in place before you begin the interview process.
The Toronto Zoo respects the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to model these principles in all that we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce where all employees feel respected, supported and valued. We strive to create an environment that represents the rich diversity of our guests and our community and encourage applications from all qualified individuals who can contribute to enhancing our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications are especially encouraged from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and women.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.
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