MATERIALS HANDLER Job in Belle Chasse, LA

Vacancy No. 25LAHRO000012783603 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $27.23 to $31.75 Grade 6 to 6
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/20/2025 Close Date 9/9/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Belle Chasse, LA


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This position is
located in the Air National Guard, Mission Support Group, Mission Support Group, Logistics Readiness Squadron, Materiel Management Flight, in the Asset Management Section.

DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:

Area 1 = Enlisted members of the Louisiana National Guard.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens

Duties

Duties & Responsibilities:
(1) Manages, controls, oversees, coordinates and implements the base mobility assets program and function. Serves as the technical advisor to satellite units and Geographically Separated Units providing their mobility custodian with current information, guidance and training and accomplishes periodic inspection of their activity. Establishes augmentee requirements to support and sustain initial response and post deployment actions. Provides supervision and training to appointed augmentees. Provides day-to-day management and oversight of assigned personnel and monitors daily mobility assets operations and activities.

(2) Responsible for the automated Mobility Inventory Control Accountability System (MICAS) database to include the installation of software upgrades and regular database backups. Serves as the system administrator to manage and update mobility bag inventory data by loading, changing, and deleting personnel, kit configurations, locations, lot/contract information; and issues individual stocked items, generates hand receipts and condemns stock. Ensures data integrity and proper accountability is maintained at all times. Collects MICAS roll-up reports from supported organizations and submits a consolidated monthly report to NGB.

(3) Identifies mobility bag and customer individual protective requirements. Receives, stores and issues, Type A, B C, and D mobility bag assets. Controls shelf life assets utilizing Army Electronic Products Support (AEPS) and Joint Acquisition CBNR Knowledge System (J.A.C.K.S.), processes and approves customer requests for mobility bag requirements, requisitions mobility bag assets, performs research, verifies data etc. Determines storage requirements ensuring arrangement is in accordance with applicable directives. Storage should be conducive to a smooth and expedient issue process.

(4) Establishes and controls the MRSP/CRSP program for all assigned units. Coordinates authorizations with NGB. Performs annual review with customers and identifies recommended additions to NGB. Maintains the Aircraft Sustainment Module (ASM) software and generates assessments to determine requirements for deployments and supportability of assets for SORTS reporting. Coordinates with supported organizations to determine critical parts required for specific deployments based on available cargo space. Has a custodial responsibility for all the program assets including classified, hazardous and high dollar value items. Develop storage plans and organizes warehousing to protect valuable assets from pilferage and damage.

(5) Responsible for the storage of weapons identified for extended storage. Maintains currency on M-9 weapon. Maintains the weapons storage vault in accordance with AFI 31-101 and applicable directives. Responsible for coordinating with Combat Arms to complete required annual, pre and post embarkation inspections. Annually validate and indentify and changes to weapons authorizations based on the Logistics Readiness Annual Weapons Authorization Letter. Coordinate and schedule weapons inventories with owning organizations ensuring completion IAW AFMAN 23-110. Maintains physical security of weapons storage vault IAW all prescribed controlled area procedures. Coordinates with Unit Deployment Managers and Equipment Management Element to identify weapons required for contingency operations.

(6) Establishes and maintains War Reserve Material (WRM) details. Determines and forecasts requirements, establishes details, coordinates funding, and provides storage. Ensures inventories are accomplished, and technical order compliance and time compliance technical orders are performed within maintenance schedules. Ensures shelf-life assets are rotated with peacetime operating stocks.

(7) Responsible for leak and serviceability testing of the Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (CBRN-D) masks and components utilizing the Joint Service Mask Leak Tester (JSMLT). Must be familiar with JSMLT Concept of Operations and obtain training on use of the tester.

(8) Provides MAJCOM with input for Air Staff data calls, reports, database rollups, and information pertaining to MICAS tracked mobility bag assets, Individual Protective Equipment, and Readiness Spares Packages. Provides critical fill rates/LIMFACs to supported base organizations for inclusion in their required SORTS/ART/DRRS reports. Manages and utilizes Aircraft Sustainment Module (ASM) for applicable reports and subsequent actions.

(9) Develops base operating instructions, plans, and procedures involving mobility assets to include mobility bag, weapons, and readiness spares packages. Advises customers and assigned personnel of specialized or new policies, practices, and requirements. Reviews proposed instructions and plans and submits changes to initiating offices/ agencies, as required.

(10) Performs other as duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

1) National Guard Membership is required.

2) Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

3) Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.

4) May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.


MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: ENLISTED


SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must maintain appropriate level of security clearance.

***LOUISIANA NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERS - Acceptance of this position may result in the loss of contracted incentive(s). For further details, contact the LANG State Incentive Manager, at (504) 278-8116 (ARMY) 391-8336 (AIR FORCE). ***

NOTICE: THIS EMPLOYER PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY: FEDERAL LAW REQUIRED ALL EMPLOYERS TO VERIFY THE IDENTITY AND EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY OF ALL PERSONS HIRED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an 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.

Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience or training which demonstrates the ability to compare item identification against receiving reports and issue request forms; skill in using hand trucks, dollies, and other equipment to move stock; ability to use hammers, pliers, and other hand tools; and to follow oral and written instructions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least Six (6) months experience or training in receiving, packaging, and preparation for shipment; experience in compiling reports, overall warehouse planning, documentation requirements, and accepted warehousing methods, procedures and techniques; experience in setting up and rotating storage locations considering factors such as life expectancy, available space, product turnover, etc.

Education

You must provide transcripts and/or other documentation as proof to support your Educational claims, and receive credit to meet the Education requirements for this position.

Additional information

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).

Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based upon a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

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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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.

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

Ability To Do The Work Of The position Without More Than Normal Supervision and Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

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 of employment and duties performed.

2. Application Packet (Click Link To Download) and submit other supporting documents.

3. OF 612 - "Optional Application for Federal Employment" (Click Link to Download) Submit only if you do not have a resume.

4. Security Clearance Form (Please complete this form and submit if you do not have at least a "SECRET" security clearance.)

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 and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

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.

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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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Agency contact information

LANG HRO INBOX
Address
LA ANG 159TH FIGHTER WING
400 RUSSELL AVENUE
BELLE CHASSE, LA 70037
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.


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