Duties
As a LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, GS-0346-12, duties include:
(1) Manages, directs, and implements the local formulation and publication of installation deployment guidance based on regulations, manuals, instruction and directives issued by higher headquarters,. Serves as the Installation Deployment Officer (IDO), and acts for the Commander, regarding actions required to deploy in support of Aerospace Expeditionary Forces (EF), contingency operations, Operations Other Than War, and exercises. Reviews USAF, NGB, and MAJCOM deployment procedures to analyze the impact and , if necessary, provide modifications to procedures for the wing and subordinated units. Establishes deployment policy and sets procedures for the integrated efforts of aircraft maintenance, supply, transportation, civil engineering, operations, and supported units for mission essential deployment operations and logistics war planning. Ensures that units meet pre-execution and command and control requirements for deployments. Analyzes time-phased force deployment requirements to develop plan annexes and schedules for inclusion in the execution phase of wing deployments. Plans and controls the movement of personnel and equipment during simulated and actual deployments and exercises.
(2) Identifies all required deployment/redeployment support with the Wing Staff Air Mobility Command and Air Combat Command regarding the transportation of equipment and personnel. Determines the type and number of aircraft required for mission deployment/redeployment. Validates load plans, priority shipments and, customs clearance requirements. Ensures all unit personnel and equipment are properly identified and prepared for deployment/redeployment. Assists the Wing Commander and MAJCOM in determining the type, number or quantity of troops and equipment available for tasking; and schedules, through correspondence, with headquarters and Numbered Air Forces to accomplish specific mission requirements.
(3) Plans, develops, directs and conducts deployment training for the wing and units. Develops and schedules training courses and approves lesson plans developed by functional areas. Develops and schedules manpower an workload requirements for the organization deployment work centers and ensures they are fully staffed and trained. Assists units by providing guidance and conducting staff assistance visits to identify, correct, and assist with deployment problems. Assesses deployment capabilities with unit commanders to ensure the required deployment training Is being conducted. Briefs the Wing Commander, Vice Commander and Unit Commanders on deployment training programs and requirements.
(4) Reviews Operation Plans, Concept Plans, Concept of Operations, and USAF Special Operations , Exercise, and Exercise Order plans received from and directed by higher headquarters (or locally generated) to determine overall wing and unit tasking. Analyzes Wartime Aircraft Activity tasking; determines availability of tasked personnel and equipment for tasking; and manages the War Reserve Material assets at home station and deployed locations.
- Performs additional duties as assigned -
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Military membership in the Nebraska National Guard Membership is required.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Obtain/maintain the level of security clearance/background check required.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Direct Deposit is mandatory.
- Individuals with military incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment.
Qualifications
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the 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 National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING ELIGIBILITY TO JOIN THE NEBRASKA AIR NATIONAL GUARD PLEASE CONTACT THE LOCAL RECRUITING OFFICE AT 402-309-1172.
OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1, 2, and 3
DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
AREA 1: Current permanent and indefinite technicians of the Nebraska Army or Air National Guard; and current Title 5 employees of the Nebraska Military Department who are military members of the Nebraska National Guard.
AREA 2: All Drill Status/M-Day members and temporary technicians of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard.
AREA 3: Current military service members who are willing and eligible to become members of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard.
AREA 4: All qualified candidates eligible and willing to become a member of the Nebraska National Air or Army National Guard prior to the effective date of hire.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Nebraska Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Military Grades: Maximum: E9/O1; Minimum: E3/O1 (Commissioning Opportunity); Military Grade inversion within the full time work forces is not permitted. The military grade of the full time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of the personnel supervised.
Commissioning Opportunity - start date of appointment is contingent upon graduating from Total Force Officer Training (AFOT) before your 35th birthday (possibility of an age waiver, up to age 40). Must be a college graduate with a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited school (See note under Education section of Job Announcement). AFOQT scores, must meet minimum verbal score of 15 and minimum quantitative score of 10. Current scores desired but must test prior to being offered the position. Must submit copies of college transcript awarding degree.
Compatible Military Assignments: 21RX; Applicants will review the qualifications for the AFSC in the Air Force Officer Classification Directory (AFOCD). Failure to review qualifications may result in the applicant not being eligible for the position.
Individual does not have to be currently assigned to one of these career fields to be considered for this position; however, compatibility requirements must be met prior to appointment to the position. Selectee has 12 months to become qualified in a compatible military assignment.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training involving judgment and/or analytical ability in the logistics fields. Experience using computers and automation systems. Skill in dealing with others in person-to-person work relationships.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least 1 year experience at the previous lower grade or equivalent experience and education with identifying activities involving logistical support operations. Experience integrating the action 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 background to elicit their cooperation to perform specific tasks, and complying with regulations, laws, and practices. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
Education
Education:
There is no substitution of education for this position.
If you are apply for this position under a commissioning opportunity, you must submit your college transcripts showing the following: Bachelor's of Science undergraduate degree in one of the following disciplines is preferred: Computer and Information Sciences, Computer Programming, Data Processing, Information Science/Studies, Computer Science, Computer/Information Technology Administration/Management, Engineering/Industrial Management, Economics, Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, Aviation/Airway Management and Operations, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Accounting and Related Services, Parts, Warehousing, and Inventory Management Operations, Business/Managerial Economics, Finance and Financial Management Services, and Management Information Systems and Services. Graduate academic degrees in the above disciplines will also be considered. Some non-technical degrees accessions are permitted.
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. Your answers to the assessment questionnaire will be verified against information provided in your resume and other supporting documentation. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific, we will not make assumptions regarding your experience. If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experiences, your rating will be adjusted or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.
Your qualifications will be evaluated against general and specialized experience under the "Qualifications" section and against the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
To preview the assessment questionnaire, please use the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12822319
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (Eastern) 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.
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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.
Qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official in the following order:
1. Fully qualified Area 1 applicants
2. Fully qualified Area 2 applicants
3. Fully qualified Area 3 applicants
APPLICANT WILL BE APPOINTED AS GS-11, UNTIL SUCCESSFUL COMPLETETION OF TFOT (Total Force Officer Training). This appointment will be temporary.