Duties

Summary

As a Warehouseman/Packer/Crater for the CIA, you will support warehouse operations to include packing and crating, dock operations, inventory management, and property reutilization. These are entry-level positions requiring officers who have experience in warehouse work and have the capability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, work with packaging materials to properly pack items for shipment, and perform inventory management duties.
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Responsibilities

Specific duties for this position include:

• Performing routine packing of various items.
• Preparing shipping documentation and labeling.
• Working with a computer to document receipt and movement of material.
• Working with customer information to accurately receive and track material.

Using established processes and procedures, you will work in a temperature-controlled warehouse on concrete floors where there is exposure to moving vehicles, fumes, noise, dust, and cramped spaces. Work involves a significant amount of standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 70 lbs). Frequent use of computers is required, as well as occasional work outdoors in all weather conditions.

These positions are entry level with limited opportunities for advancement. Occasional domestic and overseas travel opportunities are available
For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/support-professional/warehouseman.html

Travel Required

Not required

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
None

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• US citizenship required (dual national US citizens are eligible).
• All positions require relocation to the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
• All applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
• All applicants must generally not have used illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.

For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/support-professional/warehouseman.html

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six (6) months work experience as a warehouseman or packer.
• Experience operating a forklift.
• Computer proficiency, including understanding of Microsoft Office programs.
• Understanding of OSHA laws and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 70 Lbs.
• Ability to operate various types of material handling equipment.
• Ability/willingness to learn to operate a variety of tools to perform the work.
• Ability to work in adverse conditions such as inclement weather and an environment that has constant noise and moving machinery.

For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/support-professional/warehouseman.html

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Additional information

Benefits

Every career at the CIA is a rewarding one. In addition to serving your country with the certainty that your work makes a difference, the CIA offers a comprehensive benefits package to reflect the dedication and contributions of our employees. To learn more about CIA benefits, click the following link: https://www.cia.gov/careers/benefits.html

Other Information

For more information on CIA careers and correct salary rates, visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications of the specific position to which you are applying. To view this position's requirements, visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/support-professional/warehouseman.html

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
Top Secret

Drug test required
Yes

Required Documents

The following items must be attached to your on-line application (PDF format preferred):

• Resume.
• Unofficial transcripts for all degrees.
• Cover letter in which you specify your qualifications for this position. Please address why you want to work in this role and what differentiates you from other applicants.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.