GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST Job in Mountain Home, ID

Vacancy No. ID-12692110-AF-2899 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $61,111.00 to $79,443.00 Grade 9 to 9
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/19/2025 Close Date 3/23/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Mountain Home, ID


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST, Position Description Number T58019P1 and is part of the ID 266 RANS, National Guard.

THIS POSITION IS PERMANENT.

THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE DOD PRIORITY PLACEMENT PLAN.

Duties

  • Performs analysis on a wide range of technical squadron functions by analyzing historical and current data and identifying deficiencies or potential problems during surveillances or staff assistance visits. Evaluates unexpected fluctuations or trends in statistics, resolves discrepancies, and makes recommendations for change when problems are identified that adversely affect operations. Performs analysis on current or potential problems identified by flight management. Compares supply performance and maintenance interface data with prescribed standards to identify the effectiveness of supply support. Performs in-depth research and special analyses and makes appropriate recommendations for improvement. Facilitates corrective measures when specific actions are required by other elements. Serves as the point of contact for all customer problems unresolved at flight level. Utilizes computer software programs, spreadsheets, databases and graphics to collect, organize, analyze, display, and/or brief management information to customers and/or squadron management staff. Monitors inventory losses by analyses of inventory discrepancies, adjustments, and trends to ensure the integrity of the base resources management system. Receives incoming shipment discrepancy reports and evaluates and performs analyses on incoming and outgoing reports to ensure the effectiveness of the Supply Discrepancy Report (SDR) program.(25%)
  • Develops, coordinates, and publishes local supplements and makes recommendations to assist in the development of major command (MAJCOM) supplements to Air Force (AF) manuals and instructions applying to the Standard Base Supply System (SBSS). Drafts and finalizes operating instructions, which include but are not limited to, alert plans, duty hour, and designation of delivery locations. Recommends changes to higher headquarters when standard procedures are inadequate or erroneous. Documents findings for problems that can not be resolved and forwards compiled data to higher echelons for study and resolution.(20%)
  • Manages the General Support Division (GSD) and monitors the Material Support Division (MSD) of the Air Force Supply Management Activity Group (SMAG) at base level. Develops and maintains trend analysis for stock fund operations and formulates long and short-range projections. Is a member of the Financial Working Group (FWG) and a technical advisor to the Financial Management Board (FMB) and base organizations on the problems affecting the stock fund and Operation & Maintenance (O&M) budget as well as supply and equipment financial management. Briefs upper level supervisors and managers in the interpretation of supply/financial management data reports. Coordinates the preparation and submission of the initial and revised stock fund budget call with the GLSC. Analyzes financial transactions to detect errors and initiates corrective action. Coordinates with the GLSC funds manager for the approval of free issue, forced credit turn-ins, and adjusted stock level requests. Serves as the approval level authority for all inventory adjustments affecting the General Support Division stock fund. Coordinates with the GLSC/SMAG for all adjustments affecting the Material Support Division stock fund. Ensures supporting documentation is attached and certification/approval signatures are obtained on the original Consolidated Inventory Adjustment Document Register (M10) and forwarded to the Customer Support Liaison Element within 30 days of completion. (25%)
  • Analyzes and forecasts financial data to the Wing Finance function, Financial Management Board, and Maintenance Group regarding impact of Stock Number User Directory (SNUD) price changes that affect obligations. Initiates reverse post actions as required. Reviews and certifies organization cost center records. Maintains and monitors files and listings associated with organization effectiveness and corrects data to ensure accurate calculations of future year funding and flying hour program. (15%)
  • Scrutinizes the operations of all Logistics Readiness Squadron functions by conducting internal surveillances. Develops and maintains a schedule for regular and/or periodic surveillance visits to all elements. Researches and develops checklists and exercises internal management controls within the LRS. Conducts an exit briefing to discuss identified deficiencies and resolve differences of opinion. Provides a detailed written report of inspection to include procedural clarification to eliminate non-compliance. Drafts replies and provides follow-up for inspection, audit or staff reports. Advises management of compliance and/or procedural changes by squadron or supported activities. Monitors higher headquarters special interest items and establishes special interest items at base level to correct local identified problems. (15%)
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Must be able to clear security requirements to gain access to military base.
  • Permanent positions require a 12-month trial period.
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance.

Qualifications

The following qualifications must be represented by the content of your resume.

**To ensure full credit is given for the qualification requirements listed below we suggest using the USAJobs resume builder.

If you use your own resume, please ensure that you include the beginning and end dates (MONTH AND YEAR) for all jobs listed.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences, however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered.

In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience, education or training involving administration of supply management, storage, cataloging, packaging and distribution or other work which provided the applicant with a general knowledge of one or more aspects of the supply field. Experience using computer and automation systems

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Applicant must possess at least 12 months of specialized experience demonstrating ability in researching documents or other resources to coordinate inventory requirements. Knowledge of stock levels, inventory, shipping, receiving, requisitioning and requirements of supplies and equipment. Experience involving the control of supply stocks and accounting for equipment. Knowledge of supply management, cataloging, maintenance, and disposal procedures. Experience which required person-to-person contacts to convey information and ability to compile reports, letters, memoranda, etc. Demonstrated experience with cost estimates, budgets, or funding management. Experience conducting extensive and exhaustive searches for required information; reconstruct records for complex supply transactions; and/or provide supply operations support for supply activities.

Education

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE

  • Applicant may substitute education for specialized experience if they possess:
    • Master's or equivalent graduate degree, or
    • 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or
    • LL.B. or J.D., if related

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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

MORE THAN ONE SELECTION MAY BE MADE FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IF ADDITIONAL IDENTICAL VACANCIES IN THE SAME TITLE, SERIES, GRADE AND UNIT OCCUR.

THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO PROVISIONS OF THE DOD PRIORITY PLACEMENT PROGRAM.

Benefits

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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.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

  1. Your resume showing:
    • work schedule,
    • hours worked per week,
    • dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment, and
    • duties performed.
  2. Other supporting documents:
    • Veterans' Preference documentation.
      • Veteran's preference must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation. You MUST provide acceptable documentation of your preference or appointment eligibility WITH your application. Veteran's preference does not apply to promotion, reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer or reinstatement.Accepted documentation includes:
        • An SF-15, AND a legible copy of your DD-214 (Member 4), "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions.
        • OR
        • A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed,
          • **If claiming 10-point preference you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of purple heart, if applicable). For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
    • Military Spouse Preference documentation
      • If claiming military spouse preference (MSP), you must provide additional supporting documentation. *A military PCS must have occurred to claim preference*
        • Signed self-certification checklist,
        • PCS orders, or
        • Marriage certificate or license.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12692110

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

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Agency contact information

Anthony Starbard
Address
ID 266 RANS
266 Range Squadron
Mountain Home AFB, ID 83647
US

Next steps

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