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Current members  of the Georgia Air or Army National Guard.

As a Logistics Management Specialist, GS-0346-11, your responsibilities will be:

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.

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.

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.

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.

Perform other duties as assigned.

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.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.

Qualifications

Each applicant must fully substantiate (in her/his own words) that they meet the requirements of the specialized experience listed below; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this vacancy. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. IF YOU DO THIS YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THE VACANCY. Please ensure that you have included beginning and ending dates (month and year) for all jobs listed on your resume.

Military Grades: E5 -E7

Compatible Military Assignments: Unspecified

General Experience: Experience, education or training involving judgment and/or analytical ability in the logistics field. Experience using computer and automation systems.

Specialized Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience, education, or training 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. Experience working with people from various levels and backgrounds to elicit their cooperation to perform specific tasks, and complying with regulations, laws, or practices.

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.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

• Program Management

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. RIP.

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