FDP Distribution Specialist

Department Information

About this Unit:

Description of Job

Primary Job Duties:

Summary of Food Delivery to Customers:

• This position loads pallets, equipment and supplies on a single axle truck following written and verbal guidelines and delivery schedules. Unloads food at destinations using a 2-wheel dolly or small electric pallet jack into school and childcare buildings. Completes pre-drive and post-trip inspections of trucks, logs and files records according to record retention schedules. Monitors the mechanical condition and cleanliness of the equipment, inspecting and maintaining fluid and air pressure levels. Reports truck damage or mechanical problems immediately and schedules maintenance/repairs. Has knowledge and understanding of food safety to ensure food is always kept at proper temperatures and fit for human consumption. Verifies orders for accuracy, optimal condition, temperature, and food safety. Returns excess food to proper storage areas. Ability to operate electric forklift, electric pallet jack, manual pallet jack, dollies and carts. Uses a purchase card to fuel and maintain the vehicle. Responsible for keeping receipts, disputing unauthorized charges, and reconciling the car for the travel department each month. Maintains cell phone and tablet with charge and responds to calls and emails. Provides excellent customer service when delivering products to childcare centers and school districts. Must act in a professional manner to all internal and external personnel, understanding that small rural schools may be difficult to get to or unload at.

Summary of Receiving, Picking, and Loading Product in Warehouse:

• This position is responsible for the receipt, storage and loading of USDA Foods in accordance with State and Federal regulations, policies and procedures. Monitors and documents temperatures of food products and storage areas, ensuring equipment is holding correct temperature ranges. Receives and inspects food deliveries verifying the bill of lading for accuracy and confirming it matches the requisition request. Identifies if a delivery is out of compliance and makes the decision to refuse the order; adjustments are made to BOL and follow-up is completed with USDA. Enters receipts into the USDA’s web-based inventory system. Maintains safe and efficient inventory storage by using reasoning to determine proper utilization of storage area. Picks, packs and loads outgoing orders in a timely manner and completes all necessary paperwork accurately. Uses first-in, first-out method when picking orders to prevent food spoilage. Keeps the warehouse clean and notifies pest control if signs of infestation are present. Safeguards USDA Foods from theft by securing the warehouse at the end of each shift. Ability to operate an electric forklift, electric pallet jack, manual pallet jack, dollies and carts.

• Other duties as assigned
• During school holidays, such as winter holidays or summer, drivers may be assigned to other work units at the State that are doing substantially similar work. Additionally, drivers may be assigned other duties within Food Distribution Programs such as assisting with physical inventory at food bank warehouses.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

• 6 months minimum, 1 year preferred driving experience with a clean driving record
• 6 months minimum, 1 year preferred forklift, hand truck, and electric/manual pallet jack experience
• Ability to lift 75 lbs.

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Education and Experience:

• 6 months minimum, 1 year preferred driving experience with a clean driving record
• 6 months minimum, 1 year preferred forklift, hand truck, and electric/manual pallet jack experience
• Ability to lift 75 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CDL License
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Good customer service, strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Time-management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

• Relevant years of State service should be considered as a preferred qualification to be used to determine the top candidates on the referral list. (Partnership agreement 10.1.)

Conditions of Employment:

• Full Background CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, TRAILS (child abuse / neglect database system check), Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), CAPS (direct contact with adults – Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers))
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: This position drives a state-owned vehicle, either in an ongoing capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties, OR on
  occasion for trainings/meetings/client visits/etc.
• Travel: This position makes deliveries throughout Colorado which necessitate multi-day routes with paid hotel stays and a per diem for meals. Daily routes could be up to 11 hours of driving time and 14 hours of maximum working time. This position is expected to drive in all weather and road conditions.
• This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
• Pre-employment Physical/Tests
• Ongoing Functional Capacity Testing
• Current/Valid and non-restricted CO Driver’s License: Regular
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:

  • Disclose that information on the application.
  • Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
  • Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination, and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation

• Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:

  • Relevant years of state service experience.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."

Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.

Your Work Experience/Job Duties

If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

Appeal Rights

• You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.
• You can find the official appeal form here (Download PDF reader).
• You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:
  • By email ([email protected]), or
  • Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or
  • Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or
  • Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

• At (303) 866-3300, or
• Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.

Supplemental Information

• How to apply to the State of Colorado(Youtube Video, Runtime 3:59, Closed Captions Available)

• The Assessment Process

About Us & Benefits

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center
• Employee Wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
• • Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Values

• We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
• Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
• We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
• Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
• We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
• Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.

EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

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