Job Description

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.

As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.

NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

Under the direction of the Inventory Control Manager, the Warehouse Specialist performs a variety of tasks such as; receiving, processing and delivering of parcels and special order merchandise and supplies to various departments and campus locations; conducting physical inventory of materials; and providing exceptional service to all customers.

Essential Duties:

• Coordinate the receipt, processing, return, storage, transfer, and delivery of supplies, parcels, merchandise, and related materials to departments and campus locations

• Monitor inventory levels, reorder supplies as needed, conduct physical inventory activities, and assist with fixed asset counting, recording, disposition, surplus, and sale preparation

• Research and resolve customer service concerns related to supply distribution, delivery, inventory, or warehouse operations in a timely and professional manner

• Maintain organized, clean, and safe warehouse work areas, equipment, and assigned vehicles to support efficient daily operations

• Provide operational support for campus events, including setup and tear down of meetings and activities at various NWACC locations

• Serve as backup support for mailroom services and assist Physical Plant or other departments with warehouse, delivery, or facilities-related needs as assigned

• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance; maintain positive, collegial working relationships

• Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college

Rate of Pay: $16.12 hourly *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.

Completed applications received by 7/1/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education
• At least 1 year of applicable work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education academic and social programs
• Knowledge of campus and community resources
• Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs
• Ability to coordinate the activities of campus academic and/or social programs
• Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations
• Ability to compile information into report form

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
Frequently:
• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking
Constantly:
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion
• Talking

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.

Environmental Conditions:

The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.