Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.The Fulfillment Clerk 1 position exists to provide packaging and transportation services for all internal ministry initiatives. A combination of order picking and packing, along with knowledge of tiered transportation offerings will be utilized within a customized third-party software solution to fulfill and ship ministry outbound requests. General knowledge of department GL’s and its direct tie into the shipping process is necessary for proper chargeback and billing through the ministry accounting process. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Small Parcel Order Fulfillment:
Utilizes custom SharePoint interface to acknowledge, print and pack daily ministry order requests
Uses ISBN and/or other sku based item codes along with a rack/bay/bin location system to pick requested in-house products
Packages requested product in various container types to assure reasonable protection for items that range in value from low cost to potentially thousands of dollars
Is available to receive and process non-system-based requests with accompanying product
Can provide personal packing and shipping services to ministry employees
Small Parcel Shipping :
Understands US carrier zones to determine best value to transit ratio
Correctly ties and inputs department GL to shipping commodity
Provides in system electronic tracking acknowledgments as necessary
Utilizes third party shipping software to input collected data and produce labels
Organizes outbound packages by service level to ensure they are matched with the proper carrier pickup vehicles
Fills out shipping paperwork for each order so that all departments, tenants, and personal packages are accounted for and charged through finance
Team Responsibilities :
Develops ideas and suggestions toward continuous process improvement; takes personal responsibility for quality of the team's results
Takes personal responsibility for housekeeping and safety within the team's work area
Contributes toward meeting predetermined performance objectives
Remains flexible and willing to work anywhere with any team member when there is a need
Remains dependable and punctual, has a good attendance record
Other Duties/Responsibilities:
All In Plant Staff has cross train opportunities and are expected to engage in non-specialized work in other areas. This includes shipping, manufacturing, Internal Services and Warehouse
Performs other duties as assigned
Working Environment/Physical Requirements:
Must be able to pass a Post Offer Prehire Physical exam
Must be able to work outside in winter, summer, or rainy conditions on a limited basis as necessary
Noise from various mail/material-handling machines
Fumes from forklift exhaust
Dust associated with mail and packing materials
Lifting and carrying of material up to 60 pounds
Must be able to push/pull 50lbs
Must be able to stand 6 - 8 hours/day
Must be able to bend, crouch, squat, crawl, kneel, balance, and reach above head
Requires repetitive tasks/motions, good eye-hand-foot coordination, and good manual dexterity
Must be able to hear alarms/phone/normal speaking voice
JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Character/Spiritual:
Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us”
Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer
Engages in Christian ministry
Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values)
Personal Characteristics:
Detail-oriented; Self-motivated; Flexible; Dependable; Team Player, Teachable
Knowledge/Experience:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Knowledge of basic software applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Must be willing to learn other job-required software applications as necessary
Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:
Requires coordination sufficient to operate various machines
Ability to function in a team environment with ability to encourage other team members
Quick learner, not easily distracted
Ability to communicate and write effectively
Ability to work autonomously
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Proficient skills in use of computer
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems
Attention to detail
Pay Range: $15.00 to $17.00/hr
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.
Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:
Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage
Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage
AFLAC
403B Retirement Plan
Vacation Time & Vacation Payout
Sick Time
Holidays
Service Awards
Community Service Days
Bookstore Discount
Fitness Center
Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:
Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Tuition Reimbursement
Warehouse Membership Reimbursement
Note : This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.
Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:
Sick Time
Bookstore Discount
Fitness Center
Tentative Search Timeline:
Priority will be given to applications submitted by August 30th, 2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
The potential employee start date is September 3rd, 2024.
Posting date: July 31st, 2024
Unposting date: ongoing until filled
Posting contact email: job@fotf.org
Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.Job DetailsPay Type Hourly