Supply Technician

At the Indian Health Service, Supply Technicians support the Chinle Service Unit, Division of Administrative Services, General Services Department, Central Supply Section in Chinle, Arizona. Responsible for ordering, receiving, storing, issuing, and replenishing medical supplies for departments and clinics. Ensures essential supplies are available to support high-quality patient care. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Operates the Supply System to manage inventory transactions, stock levels, par quantities, ordering, receiving, issuing, cataloging, and inventory adjustments. Maintains accurate stock control records and audits item descriptions, costs, units of measure, usage, par levels, and inventory data. Receives, verifies, stores, and distributes medical supplies while identifying shortages, overages, damages, discrepancies, expired items, recalls, and obsolete stock. Replenishes patient-care areas, crash carts, and emergency supplies; monitors usage and inventory levels to prevent shortages and ensure timely response to urgent requests. Uses automated systems for acquisition planning, requisitioning, purchasing, financial tracking, reporting, and monitoring purchase orders and expenditures. Provides administrative and quality assurance support by preparing reports, maintaining records, coordinating with departments, resolving supply issues, and supporting safe, efficient patient care.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Performs work in hospital, clinic, office, and warehouse environments with exposure to varying temperatures, dust, inadequate lighting, and routine material-handling hazards. Performs frequent lifting, carrying, walking, bending, reaching, and restocking of medical supplies, including items over 35 pounds. On-call hours or standby duty may be required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.

If you are substituting education for experience; You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.