Logistics Management Specialist

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

3d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to represent the 4-Star Commander of United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) as the Joint Operational Contract Support Planner (JOCSP) and serve as a subject matter expert in logistics management. The position ensures Operational Contract Support (OCS) is integrated into USCENTCOM Operation Plans (OPLANS), Concept Plans (CONPLANS), and Exercise Plans (EXPLANS), and supports the development, synchronization, and execution of logistics support for military operations in the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR). The role helps ensure efficient resource allocation and coordination of commercial support.

The incumbent serves as the CCJ4 lead logistics planner for OCS, providing expert guidance on integrating OCS into joint planning and coordinating commercial support capabilities across campaign and contingency planning. The position also develops and implements OCS logistics policies, procedures, and practices; manages OCS-related training and assessments; and represents USCENTCOM in high-level logistics discussions with senior military officials.

This is a special-sensitive, key position requiring a TOP SECRET security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and other specified sensitive information or programs. The incumbent must sign a nondisclosure agreement and is subject to the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. The role may involve recall during off-shift hours at any time, occasional irregular duty hours and overtime, and periodic CONUS temporary duty travel by commercial or military aircraft. Duties are essential to wartime and contingency operations.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent in another pay system.
• Expert-level knowledge of logistics planning principles, concepts, methodologies, and qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques for OCS in contingency operations, military planning, and exercises.
• Comprehensive understanding of DoD, Joint, and Army policies, including OPLANS, CONPLANS, and Time-Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD).
• Knowledge of logistics management principles, concepts, and theories related to integrating OCS into joint military operations and contingency planning.
• Knowledge of joint logistics planning and operations sufficient to evaluate, plan, and synchronize logistics support and contracted capabilities across military operations.
• Skill in applying logistics management practices to develop and implement policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Ability to assess logistics readiness, identify capability gaps, and recommend improvements to logistics efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to communicate logistics strategies and plans clearly, orally and in writing, with senior leaders, peers, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage logistics projects and coordinate across multiple organizations.
• For merit promotion applicants, meet applicable federal time-in-grade requirements; one year at GS-12 is required for GS-13 consideration when TIG applies.
• Obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance with eligibility for access to SCI and specified other sensitive information or programs, and sign a nondisclosure agreement.
• Meet Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program requirements, including initial testing and potential random, reasonable-suspicion, mishap, or accident testing.
• Be available for recall during off-shift hours seven days a week, 24 hours a day; occasional irregular hours and overtime may be required, as may periodic CONUS TDY.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert logistics management guidance on integrating Operational Contract Support (OCS) into joint planning processes.
• Serve as the CCJ4 lead logistics planner for OCS and coordinate and synchronize commercial support capabilities in campaign and contingency planning.
• Develop and implement logistics policies, procedures, and practices related to OCS, ensuring compliance with DoD directives and statutes.
• Manage OCS-related logistics training and assessments.
• Represent USCENTCOM in high-level logistics meetings and discussions with senior military officials, providing expert analysis and recommendations on logistics strategies, programs, and policies.
• Support the development, synchronization, and execution of logistics support for military operations in the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility.
• Assess OCS in contingency operations, military planning, and exercises, and develop logistics recommendations.
• Develop recommendations, draft plans, and support execution of contingency operations in accordance with DoD, Joint, and Army policies, including OPLANS, CONPLANS, and TPFDD.
• Conduct trend analysis of internal and external organization programs and communicate findings to contracting offices under review.
• Provide feedback on identified issues and recommend courses of action to address them.
• Analyze logistics readiness and capability gaps and develop recommendations to improve logistics operations.
• Manage logistics projects and coordinate across organizations to support joint logistics and contracted-support operations.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.
• PCS may be paid if authorized, in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations and Air Force regulations.

What This Job Offers

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