Duties
(1) Serves as the program manager for the Integrated Deployment System (IDS) Deployment Management System (DeMS), Contingency Operations/Mobility Planning and Executive System (COMPES), Logistics Module-Base Level (LOGMOD-B), Computer Aided Load Manifesting (CALM), and Cargo Movement Operations System (CMOS). Ensures all systems interface within IDS. Serves as the subject matter expert for COMPES to assist the independent unit Commander and Logistics Officer in selecting, deploying and monitoring contingency forces. Maintains LOGMOD-B and the Logistics Detail (LOGDET) data. Designs logistics packages to meet Operation Plans (OPLAN) tasking and coordinates with tasked units to ensure compliance and accuracy of systems. Produces CALM products for unit deployment exercises or operations. Provides continuous guidance and instruction to unit personnel on COMPES, Logistics Detail-Base Level (LOGDET-B) data and Manpower/Personnel Module-Base Level (MANPER-B) matters. Coordinates both LOGMOD-B and MANPER-B portions of COMPES for input and processing. Produces COMPES data to support wartime activities and Operations Other Than WAR (OOTW) required by units to mobilize and deploy equipment and personnel.
(2) Formulates and consolidates logistical annexes for IDS guidance, based on regulations, manuals, instructions and directives issues by higher headquarters. During peacetime and actual/training deployments, provides staff input and participation in the Deployment Control Center. Manages the Unit Deployment Control Center (UDCC) to ensure each deployment runs efficiently. Plans and develops deployment training for the unit, in addition to conducting deployment training exercises. Ensures the unit meets all pre-execution and command and control requirements for deployments. As directed by, and in conjunction with the commander, resolves deployment-oriented problems. Reviews deployment assessment capabilities with the unit commander to ensure required deployment training is being conducted. Briefs the commander regarding plans for the movement of personnel and equipment during simulated and actual deployments and exercises.
(3) At the direction of, and in conjunction with, the commander, identifies required deployment/redeployment support with the unit staff and host base for the transportation of equipment and personnel. Determines the type and number of aircraft required for mission deployment. Validates load plans, hazardous cargo, priority shipments customs clearance requirements. Ensures all unit personnel and equipment are properly identified and prepared for deployment. Assists the commander in determining the types and numbers or quantity of troops and equipment available for tasking. Schedules, via correspondence, with headquarters (i.e. Air Force Materials Command (AFMC), Air Combat Command (ACC), Air Mobility Command (AMC), National Guard Bureau (NGB) and Numbered Air Forces), when required, to accomplish specific mission requirements.
(4) Reviews resource/logistics plans, programs and deployment activities with the commander to ensure authorized mobility equipment is available or on order, and ensures equipment is properly budgeted. Develops load plans and analyzes transportation requirements for the unit. Schedules all requirements through AMC and Military Transport Movement Command (MTMC) to ensure personnel and equipment arrive according to planned tasking. Directs, controls and coordinates all Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) deployments for the unit. Defines and publishes local guidance for deployment procedures. Ensures the unit meets all pre-execution and actual deployment requirements, Area of Responsibility (AOR) and specific reporting instructions. Attends AEF scheduling conferences. Reviews Operations Plans (OPLANS), Concept Plans (CONPLANS), Concept of Operations (CONOPS), Exercise Plans and Execution Orders for tasking from Headquarters. Determines availability of personnel and equipment for tasking and manages the War Reserve Material (WRM) assets at the home station. Analyzes and identifies tasking for logistical shortfalls, Limiting Factors (LIMFACs) and problems. Formulates and prepares the unit's logistical annex to the Installations Deployment Plan (IDP) in accordance with all applicable regulations and directives. Coordinates unit unique mobility requirements with the host flying bases. Ensures that unit specific requirements are included in the host base's IDP and ensures host base capabilities to meet unit requirements.
(5) Participates in site surveys to ascertain, identify and plan airlift and logistical support requirement needs in support of unit contingency operations/taskings. Serves, as required, on the Installation Support Team (IST).
(6) Performs other duties as assigned.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- 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.
- 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.
- Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
- 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.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
Qualifications
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Air National Guard recruiter at (800) 864-6264 prior to applying for this position.
MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: SSGT
MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: TSGT
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training involving judgment and/or analytical ability in the logistics field. Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience, education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Must have experience, education, or training which includes identifying activities involving logistical support operations. 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.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
-- Skill in the integration of unit based supply, transportation and operations functions into a cohesive logistics package in order to ensure effective and efficient deployment planning and training exercises.
-- Applies analytical and statistical methods and procedures to the analysis of logistical plans, or results of exercises, in order to increase program effectiveness and efficiency.
-- Applies knowledge of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) operations planning process to the development of logistics plans, exercises and deployment operations.
-- Skill and ability to develop, write, instruct and evaluate deployment-training programs.
--Evaluates data, from multiple sources, for use in developing practical logistical plans and operations.
--Utilizes knowledge of computer operations, software applications and systems management to analyze data and generate solutions to logistics planning issues or problems.
Education
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
or
3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
or
LL.M., if related
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
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: SF-50s, transcripts and DD 214s are recommended, but not required.
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/12756177
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Next steps
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