Logistics Management Specialist

Air Force Elements, U.S. Central Command•MacDill AFB, FL

11d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a subject matter expert in logistics management of Operational Contract Support (OCS), coordinating with staff and subordinate commands in planning for and obtaining commercial capabilities to support Combatant Commander-directed operations. The position advises HQ USCENTCOM, subordinate Component commands, and Joint Task Forces on OCS logistics; manages OCS-focused logistics reporting and resolution of logistics-related Requests for Information; and develops knowledge-management tools and processes to improve organizational logistics performance. It also leads projects and initiatives to improve OCS logistics capabilities and effectiveness, and conducts studies and analyses of logistics policy, resource allocation, and procedural challenges, recommending actions to enhance operational logistics support. The position is designated non-critical sensitive and requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance. It is a key position essential to wartime and contingency operations and is subject to the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. The incumbent must be available for recall at any time, including off-shift hours, and may be required to perform periodic CONUS temporary duty travel in commercial and military aircraft. Irregular hours, overtime, and emergency overtime may occasionally be required.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Must meet the specialized experience requirements for Logistics Management Series, 0346, including at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent.
Must meet the applicable federal time-in-grade requirement: one year at GS-11 for consideration at GS-12, when applicable.
Must be able to obtain and retain a SECRET security clearance.
Must comply with the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program, including initial testing and possible random, reasonable-suspicion, safety-mishap, or accident testing.
Must possess comprehensive knowledge of OCS logistics management principles, joint and multinational operational support frameworks, supply-chain integration, and contingency operations.
Must be able to assess, develop, and implement logistics strategies addressing gaps in commercial support for combat operations, including where guidance is limited or absent.
Must have expert knowledge of risk-assessment methodologies and readiness-reporting tools such as the Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS).
Must be able to synthesize logistics data into actionable information and brief senior leadership on operational impacts, resource allocation, and mission risks.
Must know how to develop, publish, and enforce OCS regulations, orders, and directives, and understand DoD and USCENTCOM policy-making processes.
Must have knowledge of analytical, evaluative, fact-finding, and investigative techniques for assessing logistics data and identifying factors affecting operational effectiveness.
Must be able to prepare studies, reports, and documentation that clearly communicate factual and procedural information.
Must be able to communicate complex logistics concepts clearly, concisely, and accurately, orally and in writing, and collaborate with senior leaders, peers, and external stakeholders.
Must be available for recall during off-shift hours, seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day; periodic CONUS TDY and occasional irregular hours or overtime may be required.
Males must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Advise HQ USCENTCOM, subordinate Component commands, and Joint Task Forces on Operational Contract Support logistics.
Manage OCS-focused logistics reporting and resolve OCS logistics-related Requests for Information.
Develop and maintain OCS logistics knowledge-management tools and processes to improve organizational logistics performance.
Lead special logistics projects and initiatives to improve OCS logistics capabilities and effectiveness.
Conduct studies and analyses of logistics policy, resource allocation, and procedural challenges, and recommend actions to enhance logistics support for operations.
Coordinate logistics boards, working groups, and policy-development efforts supporting OCS.
Assess logistics readiness and risks to mission and personnel, and recommend process improvements.
Communicate logistics findings and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders through reports, documentation, and briefings.