GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Logistics/Supply Specialist, providing guidance and direction on inventory and control of Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) uniforms, curriculum and equipment. Additionally, serves as the initial point of contact for coordination with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) on federally mandated uniform and equipment orders.

Duties

Coordinates Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) Logistics Activities with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). Processes/authorizes AFJROTC unit uniform and equipment purchases for 870+ worldwide units. Manages centralized warehouse stock of AFJROTC Leadership Development Requirements (LDR) equipment. Provides logistical support for AFJROTC unit openings and closures.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, General Supply Series 2001. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of well-established and commonly applied supply management principles, concepts and methodologies required in performing varied assignments, operations and/or procedures. Knowledge of interrelationships of supply chain management concepts and regulations, policies, and precedents that affects DLA. Knowledge of supply management and inventory control systems, methods, and procedures to evaluate the impact of variables that influence the course(s) of action taken in resolving procedural issues involving conflicting program requirements. Knowledge of established supply systems sufficient to weigh the impacts or variable factors as well as potential changes to systems. Knowledge of analytical techniques and methods needed to research trends and determine the source of supply issues that need to be resolved. Knowledge of the supply systems sufficient to answer customer questions or to direct the customer to there the correct information can be found. Knowledge needed to provide interpretation and guidance to management officials, other same graded, as well as lower graded supply specialists concerning the DLA program. Knowledge of written and oral communication sufficient to express ideas and recommendations to decision making officials regarding the supply systems utilized by the JROTC program. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D., if related, in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as logistics or supply chain management. NOTE: You must submit copies of your college transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position. Note: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of supply regulations, policies, procedures, functions, techniques, and methods applicable to the DLA process, inventory management, and data system. 2. Practical knowledge of a wide range of well-established and commonly applied supply management data processing and requirements for DLA procurement transactions in applicable automated supply system, and in-depth knowledge of related systems functionality. 3. Ability to read, interpret, and apply applicable reference material, such as spares procurement regulations, manuals, catalogs, records, etc., to accomplish tasks and resolve complex system related problems/issues. 4. Ability to communicate and provide advice in terms of oral and written recommendations. Answer inquiries via e-mail or phone regarding supply management and purchasing issues such as procedures, deliveries, line items, policies, regulations, or contract provisions. 5. Ability to analyze statistical data relating to aspects of the program, cost, purpose, expansion, etc. Makes recommendations on trends and future operational proposals, with excellent communication skills; must be able to build relationships and maintain effective customer support. 6. Receives purchase requests from GSUs and reviews them in terms of adequacy, consistency, restrictiveness of specifications or descriptions, compliance with administrative requirements, and certification of funds. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.