Logistics Management Specialist

U.S. Army Security Assistance Command • Redstone Arsenal, AL

14h • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a Logistics Management Specialist for the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command located at Redstone Arsenal, AL or New Cumberland, PA. The Army's Face to the World, the one-stop focal point for Army FMS, and the international partner of choice in U.S. Security Assistance. Duties Manage the timely and effective interface and integration of highly complex mission initiatives in support of core competencies and command guidance. Coordinate and synchronize efforts across AMC MSCs and HQ staff and leaders to produce sustainability assessments of AMC’s capability to support operations / plans. Extensive background with sustainment operations, logistics operations to support field and wholesale operations and materiel management responsibilities. Responsible for the development and implementation of policies and procedures to carry out various logistics functions dealing with transportation, consolidation and accountability of equipment. Establish working relationships with HQ AMC staff elements, MSCs, and other activities to ensure that viable guidance is provided and is used in the development of subordinate plans. Advise Division Chief, Operations Director, and other command elements on program status, concerns, and analysis. Understand the major concerns of the organization by keeping open communication with staff, managers, and other executives. Review, coordinate and make recommendations on EDA policies, plans and actions for the management of security assistance cases. Work closely with Country Program Managers (CPM’s) to develop plans and priorities for security cooperation programs. Provide technical analysis and logistics acumen to the U.S. Army and United States Security Assistance Enterprise. Represent the command and subordinate units at briefings, conferences and in-progress reviews related to the program logistics readiness and sustainment efforts. Understand the strategic goals and objectives of the organization and implement them into daily operations. Consider and aligns the various perspectives and needs of the Command when planning, coordinating, and communicating organization's policies and processes. Coordinate with counterparts in other organizations, both internal and external, to ensure that acquisition and sustainment strategy decisions are fully integrated.

Requirements

• Must 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.
• 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.
• The position requires DoD SC Workforce (SCW) Certification.
• The incumbent must complete certification-related training requirements in the SC Area of Concentration (AoC) within the timeframe associated with the position's SCW certification level.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• One year of specialized experience which includes: Evaluating Foreign Military Sales or Excess Defense Articles cases to ensure compliance with policies and security objectives; Coordinating defense equipment logistics with foreign partners to streamline international transport and delivery; AND Formulating policy briefs and logistics reports for executive leaders to guide strategic security assistance decisions.
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).
• Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive background with sustainment operations, logistics operations to support field and wholesale operations and materiel management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the timely and effective interface and integration of highly complex mission initiatives in support of core competencies and command guidance.
• Coordinate and synchronize efforts across AMC MSCs and HQ staff and leaders to produce sustainability assessments of AMC’s capability to support operations / plans.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to carry out various logistics functions dealing with transportation, consolidation and accountability of equipment.
• Establish working relationships with HQ AMC staff elements, MSCs, and other activities to ensure that viable guidance is provided and is used in the development of subordinate plans.
• Advise Division Chief, Operations Director, and other command elements on program status, concerns, and analysis.
• Keep open communication with staff, managers, and other executives to understand the major concerns of the organization.
• Review, coordinate and make recommendations on EDA policies, plans and actions for the management of security assistance cases.
• Work closely with Country Program Managers (CPM’s) to develop plans and priorities for security cooperation programs.
• Provide technical analysis and logistics acumen to the U.S. Army and United States Security Assistance Enterprise.
• Represent the command and subordinate units at briefings, conferences and in-progress reviews related to the program logistics readiness and sustainment efforts.
• Understand the strategic goals and objectives of the organization and implement them into daily operations.
• Consider and align the various perspectives and needs of the Command when planning, coordinating, and communicating organization's policies and processes.
• Coordinate with counterparts in both internal and external organizations to ensure that acquisition and sustainment strategy decisions are fully integrated.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

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