logistics management specialist

Duties

Provides collocated integrated logistics support (ILS) to a Program Manager (PM) for assigned weapon system(s) (e.g., GDT, SCDL, MGSM, CGS, etc.). Plans, coordinates, manages, tracks, and executes the entire range of readiness activity in support of assigned programs. Assignments are characterized by a high degree of equipment complexity and typically require a thorough knowledge of the practices and functions of the various readiness support elements The incumbent establishes procedures, priorities, and schedules; and tasks functional elements to accomplish specific program actions consistent with provided requirements, schedules, and funding. Resolves controversial issues by most expeditious means available. Establishes the scope and extent of the logistic support for both Army and other user services; forecasts provisioning and budget requirements; establishes maintenance and support concept for assigned weapon system(s); analyzes and/or develops logistics documents such as Material Fielding Plans (MFPs), and ILS Plans for the purpose of assuring the sufficiency/adequacy of transition planning and readiness contributions to requirement documents. Coordinates, provides updates to, and prepares Acquisition Requirements Packages (ARPs). Analyzes and modifies the contributions of the various functional areas and develops an ARP that tailors the various responses into a package that assures consistency with the specific needs of the system. Represents the PM or LRC in the Integrated Logistic Support Management Team (ILSMT). Participates in the ILS Integrated Process Team (IPT). As the designated authority for assigned systems, identifies significant problems (actual and incipient) associated with support status; evaluates these problems as they pertain to the command. Maintains contact with top-level managers within the PM, command, other commands, agencies, and industry. Represent ILS at conferences and meetings to implement decisions that bind the organization to a course of action.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document .

Experience required: To qualify based on your work experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience which prepared you to do the work in this job.

Specialized experience: To qualify, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade/level (NH-02). Specialized experience is defined as: 1) Analyzing logistics support data to provide recommendations for improvement; 2) Reviewing procurement documentation for accuracy; 3) Performing logistics support for weapon system readiness; and 4) Preparing oral briefings and/or developing written reports, position papers, or policies.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Acquisition StrategyIntegrated Logistics Support (ILS) PlanningOral CommunicationProblem Solving

Applicants must meet basic eligibility requirements such as minimum qualifications, and other regulatory requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

This is a DoD Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo) position in the NH-03 broadband with an advertised pay range from the lowest equivalent GS-12 grade Step 1 to the highest equivalent GS-13 grade step 05 in the broadband. The Control Point for this position is equivalent to GS-13 step 5 at $133,692 including locality at the rate of 33.26%. Management will set the selectee's pay for this position within the control point salary range consistent with the qualifications and education of the selectee and the expected contribution for the position or if the incumbent's salary currently exceeds the GS-13, step 05 level the incumbent' s salary will be put on a salary control point at the incumbents existing salary.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. Direct deposit of pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a 17 Career Field position. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for (Foundational) Certification within 24 months of entrance on duty. The certification completion timeframe changed to 36 months upon approval of the DoDI , change 3. This position may be subject to organizational compensation limits as identified in the organization's CCAS business rules or separate compensation management strategy. Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM) is participating in an alternative personnel system known as the Acquisition Demonstration Project. The NH-03 pay band is equivalent to the GS-12, Step 01 to GS-13, Step 10. This position is subject to the NH-03 Non-Supervisory Senior Professional control point of the CECOM Control Point Policy. Relocation/Retention Incentive will not be authorized. Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) will not be authorized. Defense National Relocation Program will not be authorized. This position may be subject to organizational compensation limits as identified in the organization's CCAS business rules or separate compensation management strategy. All selections under an announcement must be made within 3 months from the issuance date of the certificate referral list.

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