LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to: Represent the 4-Star Commander of United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) as the Joint Operational Contract Support Planner (JOCSP) serving as a subject matter expert in logistics management, ensuring the integration of Operational Contract Support (OCS) in USCENTCOM Operation Plans (OPLANS), Concept Plans (CONPLANS), and Exercise Plans (EXPLANS). Support the development, synchronization, and execution of logistics support for military operations in the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR), ensuring efficient resource allocation and commercial support coordination.

DUTIES:

• Provides expert logistics management guidance on the integration of Operational Contract Support (OCS) into Joint Planning processes. Serves as the CCJ4 lead logistics planner for OCS, coordinating and synchronizing of commercial support capabilities into campaign and contingency planning.
• Leads the development and implementation of logistics policies, procedures, and practices related to Operational Contract Support (OCS) to ensure compliance with DoD directives and statutes.
• Manages logistics training and assessments related to Operational Contract Support (OCS).
• Represents USCENTCOM in high-level logistics meetings and discussions with senior military officials, providing expert analysis and recommendations on logistics strategies, programs, and policies.

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 position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Incumbent is subject to recall during off-shift hours seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day and may be required to perform periodic TDY (CONUS) in commercial and military aircraft.
• May occasionally be required to work irregular duty hours to include overtime and/or emergency overtime.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment Continued:

• 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 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 positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the USCENTCOM, national security, and public safety. Therefore, incumbent is required to: (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and misuse of 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 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 IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, 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 includes expert-level knowledge of logistics planning principles, concepts, and methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques, to assess Operational Contract Support (OCS) in contingency operations, military planning, and exercises; and to develop logistics OCS recommendations. Comprehensive understanding of DoD, Joint, and Army policies, including OPLANS, CONPLANS, and Time-Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD), to develop recommendations, draft plans, and execute contingency operations. Extensive knowledge of internal and external organization programs sufficient to conduct trend analysis and communicate this with the contracting office being reviewed. Ability to provide sufficient feedback on the issues and recommend courses of action to correct.

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 or are prior 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, concepts, and theories related to the integration of Operational Contract Support into joint military operations and contingency planning.

Knowledge of joint logistics planning and operations to evaluate, plan, and synchronize logistics support and contracted capabilities across a range of military operations.

Skill in applying logistics management practices to develop and implement logistics policies, procedures, and training programs that support the mission.

Ability to analyze and assess logistics readiness, identify gaps in logistics capabilities, and develop recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness in logistics operations.

Ability to communicate logistics strategies and plans clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with senior leadership, peers, and external stakeholders.

Ability to manage logistics projects and coordinate across multiple organizations to ensure the successful execution of joint logistics and contracted support operations.

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

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

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120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

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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