SUPPLY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST Job in Helena, MT

Vacancy No. MT-12900755-AR-26-390 Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $74,678.00 to $97,087.00 Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 3/3/2026 Close Date 3/18/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Helena, MT


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SUPPLY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D0879000, and is part of the Montana Army National Guard, G4. (A copy of the Position Description can be obtained from HRO upon request.)

Selecting Official: LTC Michael Ollis

This job is open to

Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.

Clarification from the agency

This position is open internal to: AREA I - PERMANENT (tenure 1/ 2) BARGAINING UNIT employees of the Montana Army National Guard.

Duties

Plans, organizes and manages supply and services functions to include command supply and storage, and command equipment property accountability management. Formulates and implements command supply operating procedures and policies necessary to support units. Ensures unit responsibilities for receipting and accounting of equipment and supplies are met. Develops and manages the state logistics contingency stockage plan and coordinates the plan with the USPFO. Implements the Chief of Staff of the Army Supply Excellence Award Program. Administers the command equipment loan program. Serves as the focal point for approval of the loan of command equipment. Directs the loan of equipment between units within the command. In coordination with the USPFO, request/directs loans of equipment to and from entities outside of the command/state, preparing inter-service support agreements and memorandums of agreement as appropriate.

Advises the DOL on command supply and services status and recommends support required for current and proposed operations. Collects and consolidates data for areas in which operations are anticipated. Develops, implements and evaluates the effectiveness of the Command Supply Discipline Program. Provides guidance on interpretation of directives and assists units, organizations and activities in supply and services matters. Manages the command property program within units of the state to ensure Equipment on Hand (EOH) readiness is met, in conjunction with State Readiness Committee guidelines. Conducts an assessment of all EOH within units of the state and directs equipment redistribution within the command based on EOH policy as developed by the Plans and Policy Office of the DOL.

Maintains current command supply analysis on trends of effectiveness and efficiency. Directs actions to improve/correct undesirable supply conditions, practices and policy in the command. Manages, controls, analyzes and recommends corrective action for property losses in the command. Monitors command warehouse operation with automated system support to ensure property book accuracy through required reconciliation. Provides management oversight responsibility for the command Lost, Damaged and Destroyed Property Program. Provides guidance to units on supply regulations. Provides guidance to the USPFO reference the Command's policy on the funding of requisitions (less Class IX). Serves as a member of appropriate ASL review board(s). Serves as the command mobility energy management officer; serves on the state energy council; coordinates mobility energy maintenance allocation and monitors mobility energy usage.

Receives fiscal information from each subordinate function to prepare and review budget estimates for the command supply and services functions. Evaluates the effects of new programs on funding requirements and ensures the preparation of justification for budget revisions. Prepares, reviews and verifies command supply and services reports. Directs and coordinates logistics activities, including procurement and provision of command supplies and services and management of command material and equipment.

Monitors required unit equipment inventories and is active in the development, scheduling and execution of annual/special command physical inventories. Coordinates with USPFO Supply Accounting Assistance and Instruction Team (SAAIT) on SAAIT selective Inventories as appropriate. Processes Reports of Survey in accordance with applicable regulations.

Monitors unit DODAAC submissions. Ensures timely unit submissions on adds, changes, or deletes. As appropriate, coordinates with the unit and State DODAAC coordinator on any required submissions.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the employing state's 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.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
  • The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements and your organization.

Qualifications

Military Grades:
Enlisted E5 - E9;
Warrant WO1 - CW5;
Officer O1 - O4


GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Must have experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with a general knowledge of one or more aspects of the supply field. Experience using computer and automation systems.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have 1-year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade of GS-9. Experience supervising and/or managing supply personnel and a variety of supply functions. Knowledge on the entire inventory management supply system. Experience coordinating with other organizations on complex and controversial supply issues. Experience providing advice and guidance on supply regulations to upper levels of management regarding supply functions.

***(MUST address your experiences in detail on resume as they relate to these general and specialized experiences, to be considered for this position)***

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

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.

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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:

  • Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
  • Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (AT LEAST MONTH/YEAR - MONTH/YEAR), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.
  • Education, certifications or licensures.
For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

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/12900755

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.

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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Agency contact information

Vanessa Toquero
Email
vanessa.toquero.civ@army.mil
Address
MT J4
1956 Mt Majo Street
Fort Harrison, MT 59636-4789
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.