Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command • Maxwell AFB, AL

5d

About The Position

This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) officer position in the 512 Logistics Readiness Squadron, with the military rank of Lt Col/O-5 and AFSC 021R3. ARTs are full-time civilian employees who are also members of the Air Force Reserve unit where they work. The incumbent’s regular assignments are primarily ART duties, with non-ART duties generally not exceeding 30 percent of total responsibilities. The work schedule is aligned to allow participation in unit training assemblies, and the incumbent must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements.

The position serves as the senior technical advisor and focal point for squadron/wing logistics readiness support for contingencies, peacetime, and deployment requirements. It oversees Logistics Readiness Squadron activities and provides technical advice to wing leadership on logistics readiness processes, performance, and efficiency. The incumbent develops readiness goals and objectives, evaluates plans and capabilities, and represents the wing on logistics readiness matters. The position may require travel on commercial or military aircraft for temporary duty and willingness to transfer to another unit or location as directed by HQAFRC.

This is a key management and Testing Designated Position. The incumbent influences unit training policies and must maintain leadership and managerial capabilities. Initial and periodic short-notice drug testing is required. A security clearance may be required. The position may involve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period, depending on appointment type.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent in another pay system, including comprehensive knowledge of federal and agency logistics concepts, principles, practices, procedures, regulations, and laws applicable to logistics management.
• For applicable merit promotion applicants, one year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the GS-12 time-in-grade requirement.
• Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements for an ART position.
• Must maintain current certifications.
• Must possess leadership and managerial abilities appropriate to a senior command position.
• Ability to interpret interstate commerce laws and regulations for national security readiness requirements.
• Knowledge of logistics management covering cargo movement, supply requirements, organizational structure and processes, equipment and vehicle management, storage, deployment planning and operations, global fuels and cryogenics, and logistics plans under peacetime and wartime conditions.
• Skill in analytical and evaluative methods for assessing program operations and their efficiency and effectiveness.
• Skill in analyzing issues and formulating solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and translate complex information, make judgments, and evaluate options concerning base readiness.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.
• Must be willing to transfer to another unit or location on a lateral move or promotion as directed by HQAFRC.
• May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, shift work, or emergency overtime.
• May be required to travel on commercial or military aircraft for temporary duty.
• A security clearance may be required.
• Must provide qualifying experience and duties in the resume; education used to qualify must be supported by transcripts before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the focal point for squadron/wing logistics readiness support for contingency, peacetime, and deployment requirements.
• Develop approaches to logistics workforce readiness that better support logistics services, systems, and products.
• Review command plans, extract taskings, and determine whether assigned plans are supportable.
• Advise wing leadership on logistics readiness business processes, performance, and efficiency.
• Provide technical oversight for squadron plans, goals, and standards for readiness and performance capabilities.
• Lead or perform studies and advise on the development and implementation of readiness mission capabilities, including logistics readiness and AEF issues.
• Represent the wing on logistics readiness issues at organizational meetings and conferences with MAJCOM, HQ USAF, DoD, and other agencies.
• Plan, organize, and oversee Logistics Readiness Squadron activities to ensure work products and services comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet customer needs.
• Develop goals and objectives that integrate organizational and contingency planning objectives.
• Formulate, determine, or influence unit training policies.
• Plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small- to medium-sized organization; mentor, motivate, and appraise staff.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type.
• If authorized, relocation/PCS expenses may be paid under JTR and Air Force regulations.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Recruitment incentive may be authorized.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.
• Childcare discounts are available to eligible employees in direct childcare positions and certain assigned CYP and FCC personnel.

What This Job Offers

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