Logistics Management Specialist

Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a Logistics Management Specialist, Position Description Number D1963000 and is part of the 158th Logistics Readiness Squadron Plans and Integration Section of the Vermont Air National Guard.
This job is open to

• Federal employees - Excepted service
  Current excepted service federal employees.
• National Guard & reserves
  Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Clarification from the agency
Area I: All current On-board Permanent and Indefinite Dual Status 32 and Title 5 (Competitive and Excepted) Technicians (Tenure: 1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite)
Area II: All Members of the Vermont National Guard.
Duties
This position serves as a Logistics Management Specialist with responsibility for developing, planning, organizing, and analyzing wing logistics plans that include multiple units and may include geographically separated units. The Logistics Management Specialist is the technical expert on all Logistics Information Systems in support of deployment operations. The primary purpose of this position is to implement policy programs and procedures utilizing automated/non automated systems for the accurate control of Wing Logistics planning in support of Aerospace Expeditionary Force/Wing (AEF/AEW) Operations around the world.
(1) Serves as the program manager for the Integrated Deployment System (IDS); Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments (DCAPES), AEF Online, Logistics Module-Base Level (LOGMOD-B), the Integrated Computerized Deployment System (ICODES), and Cargo Movement Operations System (CMOS). Ensures that all systems interface within IDS. Serves as the subject matter expert for DCAPES to assist the Wing Commander and Logistics Officer in selecting, deploying and monitoring contingency forces. Maintains LOGMOD-B and the Logistics Detail (LOGDET) data, assists in designing logistics packages to meet Operation Plans (OPLAN) tasking, and coordinates with tasked units to ensure compliance and accuracy of systems.
(2) Formulates and consolidates logistical annexes for IDS guidance based on regulations, manuals, instructions, and directives issued by higher headquarters. During peacetime and at actual and training deployments, provides staff input and participation in the Deployment Control Center (DCC) and may serve as an alternate IDO for deployments. Plans and develops deployment training for the wing and units in addition to conducting training. Ensures the unit meets all pre-execution and command and control requirements for deployments. Analyzes time phased force deployment requirements to develop plan annexes and schedules for inclusion in execution phase of the wing deployment guidance.
(3) Reviews resource/logistics plans, programs, and deployment activities with the senior officer to insure authorized mobility equipment is available or on order, and assures that the equipment is properly budgeted. In conjunction with the senior officer, develops program priorities and determines dollar requirements. As directed, develops load plans and analyzes transportation requirements for the wing and units. Schedules all requirements through AMC and MTMC to ensure personnel and equipment arrive according to planned tasking.
(4) Reviews OPLANS, Concept Plans (CONPLANS), Concept of Operations (CONOP), USAF Special Operation Plans, Exercise Plans, and Execution Orders for tasking from higher headquarters. Determines availability of personnel and equipment for tasking and manages the War Reserve Material (WRM) assets at home station and deployed locations for units. Analyzes and identifies tasking for logistical shortfalls, limiting factors (LIMFACs) and problems; and compiles and submits to the senior officer for inclusion in the formal supportability/feasibility studies that allows commanders to make vital decisions that affect mission accomplishment.
(5) Maintains and analyzes the correlation of data between the Unit Type Code (UTC) Management Information System (UMIS), Designed Operational Capacity (DOC) statements, and all applicable plans for all wing and supported units for readiness reporting and tasking. Serves as wing UTC Assessment Manager using DCAPES and trains unit UTC assessors. Identifies problems/discrepancies to the Logistics Officer, unit, and higher headquarters functional managers. Recommends resolutions when unable to resolve at base level.
(6) Services as wing Support Agreement Manager and trains Functional Area Representatives (FAR). Evaluates past, current, and new support agreements for its compliance per relevant regulations and policies. Monitors the status of the required review process in the unit and determines deviations. Recommends necessary actions to preclude or mitigate effects of deficiencies.
(7) Provides technical logistic plans support at staff meetings and working groups conducted by the Wing/Air Commander and staff. Resolves logistical problems as they occur. May represent the Wing Commander and assigned units, in the absence of the Logistics Officer, at conferences, workshops, meetings, and briefings at MAJCOM NGB, ACC, AMC, NATO and pilot unit working groups.
(8) Monitors status of WRM posture for the wing and provides guidance and assistance to units. Develops and maintains statistical information on WRM and mobility equipment and resolves LIMFACs and shortfalls or develops alternate methods of accomplishment. Is the point of contact for the WRM program (WRMNCO).(9) Perform other duties as assigned.
***REFER TO PD FOR FULL LIST OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES***
Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• In order to be eligible, applicants must have a current military status. Prior service or non-prior service applicants are not eligible.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Qualifications
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Vermont Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Vermont Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Vermont Air National Guard recruiter at (802) 660-8058 prior to applying for this position.
OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1, 2
Area I: All current On-board Permanent and Indefinite Dual Status 32 and Title 5 (Competitive and Excepted) Technicians (Tenure: 1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite) - Only those Vermont National Guard members who are in permanent or indefinite technician status as a result of being competitively hired within that National Guard component applying for a position within the component which they are currently employed.
Area II: All Members of the Vermont National Guard.
Military Grade: Individually addressed up to MSgt/E7
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training involving judgment and/or analytical ability in the logistics field. Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-09: Must possess a minimum of 24 months of experience, education, or training involving detailed knowledge of organizations and their functions in logistical support (i.e., supply, maintenance, quality assurance, facilities). Experience integrating actions of a variety of specialized support activities in order to meet program goals. Experience interpreting and applying regulations, laws or practices. Experience planning and organizing work assignments.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-11: Must possess a minimum ofone(1) year of specialized experience equivalent at the GS-09 level for a total of 36 months of experience to include, but are not limited to: Experience integrating the actions of a variety of specialized support activities in order to develop a comprehensive logistics plan. Experience monitoring such functions as program planning, resource and fiscal management, training, manpower management, and/or automated data processing to meet the logistics plan. Experience identifying delays or problems and developing corrective actions. Experience working with people from various levels and backgrounds to elicit their cooperation to perform specific tasks, and complying with regulations, laws, or practices.
Please be advised:
1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.
2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the specialized experience listed.
3. It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates and description of the specialized experience.
4. If education or a degree is required as part of the "Specialized Experience", you must include transcripts.
DO NOT copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement.
Education
There are no specific educational requirements for this position.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Vermont Air National Guard personnel who are bonus recipients/student loan repayment program recipients may have their benefits terminated and/or recouped if selected as a Permanent/Indefinite Military Technician. Applicants should contact the VTANG Incentive Manager at 802-660-5211 to determine any possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from accepting this position.
Vermont Army National Guard personnel who are bonus recipients/student loan repayment program recipients may have their benefits terminated and/or recouped if selected as a Permanent/Indefinite Military Technician. Applicants should contact the VTARNG Incentive Manager to determine any possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from accepting this position.

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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
1. Knowledge and ability to integrate logistics planning techniques in functional areas of supply, maintenance, transportation, contracting, and operations.
2. Knowledge of the LOGMOD-B system and assist with all training on the IDS system at the wing level. Utilizes analytical and statistical methods and procedures including electronic data processing, Air Force operations and organization, and fiscal management techniques; involved in formulation of policies, procedures, and programs; facilities; personnel management; security, medical, administrative, comptroller, and legal activities.
3. Knowledge of the DAFI 10-401 Air Force Operational Planning and Execution process. Ability to develop, write, instruct, and evaluate training process.
4. Ability to analyze diverse data and formulate into coherent practical operations.
5. Knowledge of computer operations, software operations, and systems management.
6. Knowledge of Air Force and DOD structure (USAF, ANG, AFRES, USN, USMC, and USA) which affect the use of program and related support resources (people, money or equipment) in relation to the logistics plans process. This knowledge critically impacts base logistics planning and wing readiness.
Please be advised that the applicant rating will be evaluated on the following occupational competencies:
1. Program Management
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