LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Duties

• Represents United States Central Command, Logistics Directorate (USCENTCOM CCJ4) and works with other USCENTCOM Staff Directorates, External Agencies and partners in coordinating, collaborating, and managing new and current logistics automation tools and common operating pictures.
• Serves as logistics analyst and technical expert for logistics system requirements and operational capabilities.
• Recommends and formulates logistics systems policies and procedures for developing operations plans that support contingency operations and exercises in the AOR and other countries of interest to USCENTCOM.
• Identifies specific requirements for manpower, facilities, supplies, and services to ensure support for automated systems in support of the CENTCOM staff operations.
• Acts as the focal point for CCJ4 Automated Information Systems. Establishes, administers, and coordinates USCENTCOM-directed computer security requirements, computer/component availability, and the implementation of policies and procedures.
• Prepares logistics systems programming documentation related to USCENTCOM funding programs, coordinates the programming of automation resources with functional managers, and assesses programs against current operations and emerging requirements to ensure balanced outcomes.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in (Cont'd)
• (Cont'd) Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• This position has been designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive (special sensitive, critical sensitive, or non-critical sensitive) (Cont'd)
• (Cont'd) positions presents a clear threat to the mission of United States Central Command (USCENTCOM), national security, and public safety. Therefore, incumbent is required to: (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and misuse of (Cont'd)
• (Cont'd) prescription medication, and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing on short notice. Incumbent must pass initial and may be selected for random drug testing. May be subject to reasonable suspicion testing, safety mishap, or (Cont'd)
• (Cont'd) accident testing. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP.
• This position is designated as a key position in accordance with Air Force Instruction (IAW AFI) 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be (Cont'd)
• (Cont'd) removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.
• Work infrequently takes place away from the normal duty station and requires in-depth USCENTCOM and AOR expertise which is critical to the successful completion of the work.
• Incumbent may be subject to recall during off-shift hours seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day and may be required to perform periodic Temporary Deployment (TDY) Continental United States, Outside Continental (Cont'd)
• (Cont'd) United States (CONUS and OCONUS) in commercial and military aircraft during crisis and or wartime.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Positions, Logistics Management Series 0346.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of administrative laws, policies, regulations, and precedents applicable to the development and program administration of critical logistics systems integration programs. This includes knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) and United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key program events and milestones (e.g., MSS & ADVANA), and methods for evaluating the effectiveness of program accomplishments. At this level, the role also requires knowledge of the theory and principles of management and organization, including practices and procedures common to DoD logistics organizations, as well as those specific to USCENTCOM's areas of responsibility. This includes knowledge of channels of communication, delegation of authority, and integrated automation systems. The position demands comprehensive knowledge of analytical (qualitative and/or quantitative) evaluation methods, along with a thorough understanding of how to apply these methods to develop viable logistics analyses, estimates, and plans for the variety of operations within USCENTCOM. Knowledge of recent trends in civilian logistics management procedures and the ability to apply them to the DoD/military planning and operations environment is essential. As well as knowledge of DoD, Joint Staff, and Service organizations.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

Knowledge of logistics management principles, methods, and processes across supply, maintenance, transportation, distribution, and sustainment operations, including Continental United States (CONUS), Outside Continental United States (OCONUS), and theater-level deployment, redeployment, and reconstitution.

Knowledge of joint planning processes (deliberate, crisis action, and joint task force operations) and the ability to integrate logistics systems requirements into Operations Plans (OPLANs), Contingency Plans (CONPLANs), and exercise operations.

Knowledge of automated data processing (ADP) and automated information systems (AIS) used in Department of Defense (DoD), Joint, and Service logistics operations, including their application to planning, execution, and system integration.

Skill in applying qualitative and quantitative analytical methods to evaluate logistics data, develop courses of action, assess feasibility, and recommend improvements to logistics systems and operations.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to coordinate with senior leaders, counterparts, and stakeholders across Joint, Service, interagency, and multinational organizations.

Ability to operate independently in developing and implementing logistics automation solutions, including defining requirements, assessing resources, and ensuring interoperability and security of logistics systems in support of mission objectives.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

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Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

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