LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST Job in Scott AFB, IL

Vacancy No. 9S-AFPC-12771339-919637-AN Department Air Mobility Command
Salary $90,870.00 to $118,136.00 Grade 12 to 12
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 7/25/2025 Close Date 8/1/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Scott AFB, IL


Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to function as a logistics management specialist providing strategic and operational analysis and decision making in support of planning, development and execution of logistics policies and programs supporting air transportation and supply chain distribution operations.

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Clarification from the agency

This position is open to internal Air Force, Air Mobility Command (AMC) employees only.

Duties

  1. Logistics management responsibilities. Is responsible for projects/studies that involve substantial breadth and depth of analysis of a major air transportation and logistics program area.
  2. Responsible for management of one or more programs. Monitors and adjusts programs based on funding and direction from senior leadership.
  3. Analyzes air transportation logistics issues and develops AMC policy. Responsible for data analysis, developing new methods and recommending policy changes.
  4. Develops briefings. Prepares, schedules, and delivers briefings and oral/written presentations as requested.
  5. Conduct logistics projects that require analysis of interrelated issues to analyze and make recommendations.

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 Department of Defense (DoD) Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
  • Must exhibit a high degree of judgment, resourcefulness, originality, and the ability to foresee the impact of changing technology.

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 Positions, Administrative and Management Positions for Logistics Management Series, 0346.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes thorough knowledge of DoD and AMC policies and procedures to plan and develop air transportation and supply chain operations to satisfy requirements and interpret DoD operations policies, procedures, and guidelines. Practical knowledge of systems design along with familiarity of requirements and operational understanding of air transportation and supply chain distribution during all stages of operation/execution. Knowledge of major issues, program goals, work operations, and managerial channels of organizations involved in logistics plans. Knowledge of analytical techniques and evaluation criteria used in measuring the effectiveness and efficiency of air transportation policies and programs to improve operations, support plans, and in developing and modifying work methods. Knowledge of support requirements to provide coverage of funding, supply, training and a variety of other technical support activities. In-depth knowledge of air transportation and supply chain distribution practices and operations to plan and accomplish a variety of complex work assignments.

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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

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:
  • In-depth knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and techniques for program analysis in support of developing guidance, and interpreting policy direction. Broad knowledge of the Air Transportation mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the transportation/logistics management process.
  • Working knowledge of various computer systems that pertain to logistics management and air transportation operations and those systems required to perform the work.
  • Knowledge and skill to independently apply a full range of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to plan, coordinate, and evaluate logistics program planning and programming, requirements, procedures, and activities and analyzes issues to formulate solutions to complex problems.
  • Knowledge and skills to prepare, develop and present effective/professional oral and written presentations and to deal effectively with all levels of personnel including key managers, operating officials, and senior leadership.
  • Ability to plan and organize work and prepare, coordinate, staff, and implement policies, procedures, programs, and directives; inspire, motivate and guide others towards goal accomplishment; and organize and lead special study teams and taskforces with members from different organizations and commands. Knowledge of contractual processes, procedures, and technical requirements.

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

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

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.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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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.

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.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

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APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

  1. Online Application: Questionnaire
  2. Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. Your name MUST be included on your resume.
  3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
  4. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
  5. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

How to Apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/01/2025

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12771339

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

1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."

  • It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
  • If your resume includes photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, or personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., you will not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. A complete Application Questionnaire

3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.

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Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Address
Scott AFB
375 FSS
Scott AFB, IL 62225
US

Next steps

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