General Supply Specialist

Air National Guard Units • North Kingstown, RI

18h

About The Position

This National Guard position is for a General Supply Specialist, PD# D1958000, assigned to the RI 143d Logistics Readiness Squadron. The position provides centralized oversight of critical squadron programs and manages funds, including satellite stock fund management, in support of the unit mission.

The specialist analyzes squadron functions, supply performance, and maintenance-interface data; identifies deficiencies and trends; researches problems; recommends improvements; and coordinates corrective actions. The role also addresses customer problems unresolved at flight level, monitors inventory losses and discrepancies, and evaluates Supply Discrepancy Report program effectiveness.

The position serves as the Logistics Readiness Squadron Resource Advisor, preparing and managing operating budgets for squadron cost centers. It also includes planning and conducting on-the-job training and performing other duties as assigned. This excepted-service position requires membership in the Rhode Island Air National Guard, military uniform wear, and a background investigation. The appointment is indefinite and may be terminated with 30 days’ notice.

Requirements

• Membership in the Rhode Island Air National Guard is required; the selectee must serve in a compatible military assignment and wear the military uniform.
• Military grade must be E-3 through E-6, and rank must be indicated on the resume.
• For Dual-Status Technician positions, service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required; the individual must be assigned to a compatible AFSC/MOS and obtain and maintain its requirements.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• General experience, education, or training involving supply management, storage, cataloging, packaging, distribution, or related work providing general knowledge of the supply field.
• Experience using computer and automation systems.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade.
• Experience researching documents or other resources to coordinate inventory requirements.
• Knowledge of stock levels, inventory, shipping, receiving, requisitioning, and supply and equipment requirements.
• Experience controlling supply stocks and accounting for equipment.
• Knowledge of supply management, cataloging, maintenance, and disposal procedures.
• Experience communicating information through person-to-person contacts and compiling reports, letters, memoranda, or similar documents.
• Experience with cost estimates, budgets, or funding management.
• Experience conducting extensive searches for information, reconstructing records for complex supply transactions, or providing supply operations support.
• Education cannot substitute for experience for this occupational series and grade combination.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technical squadron functions and historical and current data to identify deficiencies or potential problems during surveillances and staff assistance visits.
• Evaluate unexpected statistical fluctuations and trends, resolve discrepancies, and recommend changes to address operational problems.
• Analyze current or potential problems identified by flight management.
• Compare supply performance and maintenance-interface data with prescribed standards to assess supply support effectiveness.
• Conduct in-depth research and special analyses and recommend improvements.
• Facilitate corrective measures when actions are required by other elements.
• Serve as the point of contact for customer problems unresolved at flight level.
• Use software, spreadsheets, databases, and graphics to collect, organize, analyze, display, and brief management information to customers and squadron management staff.
• Monitor inventory losses by analyzing inventory discrepancies, adjustments, and trends to protect the integrity of the base resource management system.
• Evaluate incoming and outgoing shipment discrepancy reports and analyze them to assess the Supply Discrepancy Report program.
• Serve as the Resource Advisor for the Logistics Readiness Squadron.
• Prepare and manage operating budgets for squadron cost centers.
• Plan, develop, and conduct on-the-job training as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The job posting states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed