SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (Title 5) Job in Fort Smith, AR

Vacancy No. AF-25-195-12723137 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $49,960.00 to $64,952.00 Grade 7 to 7
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 4/29/2025 Close Date 5/14/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Smith, AR


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION

This National Guard position is for a SUPPLY TECHNICIAN (Title 5), Position Description Number T5802500 and is part of the AR ANG 188 WGH WG, National Guard.

Duties

1. Responds to customer logistics concerns and proactively anticipates problems that could stand in the way of wing units fulfilling mission requirements. Responsible for interfacing with Global Logistics Support Center (GLSC); conducts document control functions, demand processing, research and base level records maintenance, base level stock control functions, bench stock management, and customer feedback; troubleshoots all materiel management concerns; manages and issues SATS smart cards and manages the Zero Overpricing Program. Responsible for coordinating Base-Level Supply Customer Training as it pertains to Block training. Training is provided by the resident experts within the specific elements.

2. Manages the unserviceable asset listing and awaits for disposition instructions from the Air Logistic Centers and Item Managers, etc. Assists customers with the preparation of AF Form 1996s and coordinates with the GLSC for adjusted stock level requests. Coordinates with the GLSC regarding the computed data for base stock levels including Readiness Base Leveling (RBL); Customer Oriented Leveling Technique (COLT); and Proactive Demand Leveling (PDL). Manages and validates the Supply Discrepancy Report (SDR) program and semi-annually submits an SDR analysis report to NGB. Manages Supply Interface Systems files to ensure validation of customer and stock requirements. Oversees and controls in-transit shipments and transfers to the Defense Re-Utilization Marketing Office. Processes unclassified, classified and sensitive item shipments. Verifies serial numbers on serialized controlled assets as well as process serial number loads prior to GLSC shipments. Processes routine shipments to include lateral support and redistribution orders (RDO). Manages the customer due-out validation program. Processes force due-out releases for customer demands. Cancels customer due-outs when item is no longer required for mission effectiveness. Validates due-ins and reviews and updates status from source of supply. Processes special requisitions (SPR). Manages the issue exception code program. Manages the Tracer Action Reconciliation (TAR) program to ensure all property shipped is received and potentially lost shipments are recovered. Coordinates the special requirements flag "R" program with the GLSC. Validates assignment of Stockage Priority Codes (SPC).

3. Responsible for audit and control of all accountable supplies and equipment documentation. Performs quality control of transaction documents, identifies discrepancies, and coordinates with flight chiefs to correct the problems, and initiates reverse-post action when documentation errors are involved. Manages the delinquent documents program. Manages and files supply transaction reports per AFMAN 23-110. Researches computer document register to insure all transactions are processed. Identifies problems and trends, meets with flight chiefs to resolve difficulties, and recommends training. Responsible for managing the shipment suspense listing; coordinates with cargo movement element and central storage element to resolve discrepancies. Coordinates and maintains the personnel authorization listing for supply and support organizations for receipt of classified property. Maintains letters of authorization for customers to receive property and provide information, upon request, to the Supply Asset Tracking System (SATS) security administrator. Maintains copy of Forced Record Alteration (FIX) documentation.

4. Performs base level Records Maintenance functions. Responsible to validate locally assigned exception codes and override records for National Stock Numbers (NSNs) semi-annually. With the exception of issue exception codes and additions or deletions of exception codes, phrases or modifiers will be coordinated with GLSC prior to processing. Maintains an updated copy of the Organizational Effectiveness Report. Maintains and publish current delivery destination listing. Researches, prepares and processes inputs to add, change or delete organizational records for the host, satellite and geographically separated units. Conducts all research actions when customers are not allowed to process their own item record loads, repair cycle loads, changes or deletions. Performs item and part number detail record loads for local purchase and part numbered NSNs only. Customer service and GLSC will jointly perform request for cataloging data/action. Verifies accuracy of Repair Cycle records.

5. Performs MICAP verification, report and process cannibalization actions for non-maintenance customers. Establishes, upgrade, downgrade or cancels MICAP due-outs. Processes local manufacture (LM) MICAPs and corrects discrepancies identified by the GLSC resulting from MICAP Enterprise Supply Solution (ESS) reconciliation.

DUTIES CONTINUED UNDER EDUCATION

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties.
Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience, education, or training in a variety of operations or situations concerned with substance or content of supply actions, requiring ability to decide course of action to take, considering the circumstances or conditions encountered. Knowledge of basic or commonly applied rules, procedures, or operations such as, filling out, posting, filing, controlling, or coding documents and/or transactions. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Knowledge of governing supply regulations, policies, procedures, and instructions applicable to the specific assignment. Experience conducting searches for required information; reconstruct records for supply transactions; and/or provide supply operations support for activities involving specialized or unique supplies, equipment, and parts. Experience performing various aspects of supply specialist work based on practical knowledge of standard procedures, where assignments include individual case problems related to segments in one or more major areas of supply management. Experience which required person-to-person contacts to convey information and ability to compile reports, letters, memoranda, etc. Consistent with the grade level determining duties in the position description, higher grade level specialized experience may include experience controlling supply stocks and accounting for equipment, cataloging, maintenance, and disposal procedures. Completing complex supply transactions; and/or providing supply operations support. Experience coordinating with other organizations on complex and controversial supply issues. Experience analyzing, developing, evaluating to improve supply programs, policies, procedures, techniques, etc. Knowledge on the entire inventory management supply system. Experience providing advice and guidance on supply regulations to upper levels of management regarding supply functions.

Education

DUTIES CONTINUED:

6. For non-maintenance customers; establishes, maintains and deletes bench stocks in coordination with supported activities. For non-maintenance customers, reviews on-hand balances and processes replenishment actions. Upon coordination and agreement, the customer may assume the responsibilities for binning, inventory, etc. (Refer to Support Agreement Procedures for support of tenant activities). Schedules and conducts bench stock reviews with the organizations.

7. Responsible to periodically visit/contact all shops to discuss adequacy of support, resolve problems, provide/receive information or conduct informal training as necessary. Conducts Demand Processing responsibilities for on/off base customer order requests.

8. Performs other duties as assigned

Additional information

Veteran Preference may apply if the first area of consideration are not met.

Veterans Information: Veterans' information must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation. You must provide acceptable documents for eligibility. Acceptable documentation may be:

1. A copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions.
2. A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed.
3. You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online. If claiming over 30% disability a SF-15 is required to be submitted with your letter.

NOTE: Prior to appointment, an agency will require the service member to provide a copy of the DD-214.

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).

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, general and specialized experience):

Knowledge of supply rules/regulations, policies & procedures applicable to assignment. Requires extensive searches/reconstruction of complex supply actions & ability to perform routine aspects of supply management work.

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. The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to make sure you have included other documents required for your application.

a. A copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify)
b. SF-50's (current/former Federal employees)
c. DD-214
d. Other Veterans Document
e. SF-15 (VA Disability Form)
f. SF-50 (Mandatory for Internal Announcements)


RESUME REMINDER-
Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.

DO NOT COPY THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS WORD FOR WORD AND PLACE INTO YOUR RESUME; YOU MUST DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AS IT PERTAINS TO EACH STATEMENT.

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.

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.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

AR HRO Customer Service
Address
AR ANG 188 WGH WG
Bldg 7300-Camp Robinson
North Little Rock, AR 72199-9600
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.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.