This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC). The CVC is the public's front door to the U.S. Capitol, offering tours and education programs as well as supporting congressional events. Our goal is to inform, involve and inspire every visitor to the U.S. Capitol.
The CVC has 200 employees across five divisions: Visitor Services, Exhibits and Education, Retail, Communications and Marketing, and Planning, Operations and Evaluation.
The incumbent serves as an Inventory Technician and is responsible for supporting Gift Shop supply operations, administering inventory control and accountable property procedures, and performing stocking activities in furtherance of the organization's mission to promote visitor well-being, education, and security.
Major Duties Provide support services in complex Gift Shop supply operations, coordination, inventory control, accountability, and disposal of excess and surplus property, including proper documentation, procedures, and policies. Perform regular physical counts, cycle counts, spot checks, and annual inventory to reconcile stock with inventory reports. Dispose of audited property as directed. Complete surveys and adjustments to maintain inventory and stock account records.
Identify Gift Shop inventory requirements and initiate, prepare, edit, and process requisitions for stock replenishments. Maintain stock at or within prescribed levels in a tidy and organized storeroom. Ensure all accountable property is properly marked and recorded prior to distribution or storage. Ensure inventory/stock is properly documented, accounted for, and utilized. Preserve inventory for items needing special handling.
Document and file reports for overages, shortages, and damaged goods. Transport materials across facilities and fulfil internal requirements (including special delivery during holiday/peak season). Operate a computer to enter and update inventory counts, transactions, and adjustments. Assist with records search, data input, and data corrections, including processing of accountability records and transfer documents.
Participate in ecommerce operations, responding to customer inquiries, packing/shipment of online orders. Support Gift Shops as needed with sales floor coverage, during peak season, and staffing shortages. Assist Merchandise Manager and team with execution of seasonal stock/floor moves. Be required to work Saturdays and holidays to meet the business needs of the organization. Performs other related duties as assigned.
A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc. The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.
TalentAcquisitionandClassification@aoc.gov · 202-226-7000
This position is with Architect of the Capitol, Legislative Branch.
The posted pay range is $51957 – $67543/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-16.
This is a This is an Excepted Service position position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-31 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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