GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST (TITLE 5) Job in Jefferson Barracks, MO

Vacancy No. MO-13061891-AF-26-192 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $63,288.00 to $82,279.00 Grade 9 to 9
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/11/2026 Close Date 10/2/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Jefferson Barracks, MO


GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST (TITLE 5)

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units
131st Bomb Wing

Summary

This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position.

This position is a Permanent GS-2001-09 GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T58021P1 and is part of the MO 131st Bomb Wing.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: U.S. Citizens

Duties

  • Maintains a suspense system to ensure replies and corrective action are accomplished within 30 days.
  • Reviews replies to ensure noted discrepancies are corrected.
  • Notifies the LRS Commander and responsible officer's group and wing commanders, in writing, of actions taken.
  • Ensures accountability of equipment assets purchased with the GPC and/or through Base Contracting.
  • Attends base deployment concept briefings to identify organizations deploying equipment.
  • Coordinates with Equipment Custodians to identify equipment requirements for deployments.
  • Processes necessary transactions to return assets from deployed status.
  • Ensures valid Unit Type Codes (UTC), Use Codes, and WRM codes are assigned.
  • Monitors and reviews item accounting procedures carried out by these personnel.
  • Provides assistance and additional training when required.
  • Ensures they understand the methods for relief of accountability of property under their control.
  • Identifies and analyzes needs for reduced/increased equipment authorizations and significant technical changes.
  • Identifies and processes the disposition of property upon termination of need or authorization.
  • Manages all equipment items with the exception of vehicles.
  • Ensures custodians are aware of changes regarding the ERS.
  • Schedules and reviews organizational equipment/SPRAMS accounts in conjunction with custodians' annual inventory.
  • Develops, implements, and provides for administrative functions in the element.
  • Receives, analyzes, researches, and prepares replies to messages, letters, and inquiries, assuring adequate and timely replies.
  • Generates specialized reports pertaining to equipment management using Discoverer.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • This position is advertised for the Jefferson Barracks and Whiteman AFB locations. The decision of where this position will be located will be determined at the time of selection.
  • Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.
  • Position is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
  • United States Citizenship is required.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Appointments of retired members of the Armed Forces as National Guard employees within 180 days of retirement requires a waiver approved by the Adjutant General of Missouri before an effective date can be established.
  • Advanced in hire rate may be granted to set pay above the minimum rate of the grade for a new employee if he/she possesses superior qualifications relevant to the positions' requirements and is essential to accomplish the agency's mission.
  • Creditable Service for Annual Leave accrual may be granted to new employees if he/she possesses superior qualifications essential to the position; and which were acquired through performance in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position.
  • The duties performed in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position must directly relate to the position to which appointed and such qualifications are necessary to achieve an important agency mission or performance goal to be eligible.

Qualifications

GS-09 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level that has equipped you with the particular competencies needed to successfully perform the duties of this position such as measuring logistics processes through inventory analysis, surveillance, trends and standards; developing writing local policy/procedures; performing over the shoulder inspections; and performing duties with the responsibility of funds management functions including satellite stock fund management in support of unit mission. The specialized experience must include performing analysis on a wide range of technical functions by analyzing historical and current data and identifying deficiencies or potential problems during surveillances or staff assistance visits; developing, coordinating, and publishing local supplements and making recommendations to assist in the development of major command (MAJCOM) supplements to Air Force (AF) manuals and instructions; and developing and maintaining trend analysis for stock fund operations and formulating long and short- range projections.

Priority Placement Information:
Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section)

  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible"
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade

Education

Substitution of Education for GS-09 Specialized Experience: Must possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree; or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.M., if related.

Additional information

Veterans Preference:
To claim a veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation listed below. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference and will impact your placement on the selection certificate.

10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof as required by the SF-15. Click here for a copy of the SF-15.

5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active-duty service.

Please note-the applicable DD 214 and/or VA Letter with an SF-15 must be uploaded to accurately determine your eligibility.

Selective Service Act:
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).

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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 Packet which may include the following:

  1. Resume (must include the following information)
    1. First and Last Name
    2. Contact Information (Phone Number and Email)
    3. Position Title(s)
    4. Company/Organization Name(s)
    5. Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR)
    6. Duties Performed - brief descriptions that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement
Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified.

It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information.
  1. Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience
    Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided.
  2. SF-50 - If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit a copy of the last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50).
    This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency or those currently employed by our agency.
  3. DD214s
  4. Veteran's preference documentation as applicable

Priority Placement Program:

Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible must submit the following documentation:
  • Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3)
  • Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
  • Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement must submit the following documentation:
  • Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2)
  • Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
  • Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
Applicants claiming DOD Military Spouse preference must submit the following documentation:
  • Marriage Certificate
  • Spouses PCS Orders
  • Military Spouse PPP Self Certification Checklist
Applicants claiming DoD Retained Grade preference must submit the following documentation:
  • Retained Grade PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD3145-1)
  • SF-50 effecting the placement in retained grade status, and
  • A copy of the notification letter received (RIF or classification downgrade)

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/13061891

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

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.


To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

Chelsea Kirchner
Phone
573-638-9500 X39811
Email
chelsea.n.kirchner.civ@army.mil
Address
MO 131st Bomb Wing
511 Spirit Boulevard
Whiteman AFB, MO 65305-5055
US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Air National Guard Units

This a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position.

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Agency contact information

Chelsea Kirchner
Phone
573-638-9500 X39811
Email
chelsea.n.kirchner.civ@army.mil
Address
MO 131st Bomb Wing
511 Spirit Boulevard
Whiteman AFB, MO 65305-5055
US

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