Supply Technician

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Leonard Wood, MO

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This Supply Technician position is located at General Leonard Wood Community Hospital in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. It is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Salary negotiation may be available for candidates who are new to Federal service.

The incumbent obtains medical and dental materials, equipment, and services from commercial sources; determines appropriate procurement methods based on customer requirements, urgency, funds availability, item cost, and other factors; and maintains supply and procurement records. The position is designated Mission Essential, requiring the incumbent to report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, and other emergencies.

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination following a background investigation, and a Personnel Security Investigation is required. Immunization screening is required; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions involving direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position. Selectees must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption. A one-year probationary period applies.

Requirements

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
• Meet the qualification requirements through specialized experience, education, or a combination of education and experience.
• Specialized experience: one year reviewing shipments, invoices, or supply records; initiating orders or supply requests; and using automated systems to monitor inventory. This experience is typical of work at the GS-05 level.
• Alternatively, one full year of graduate-level education in a field demonstrating the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities, such as logistics, may qualify.
• A combination of education and experience may qualify if it totals at least 100% of the requirements.
• A background investigation and Personnel Security Investigation are required; appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
• Selectees must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• The position has a one-year probationary period.
• The incumbent must report to work during emergencies because the position is designated Mission Essential.
• Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated by a qualified private organization as equivalent to U.S. accredited education, or receive full credit from a U.S.-accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate procurement methods and activities based on customer requirements, urgency of need, funds availability, item cost, and other factors.
• Use vendor databases to obtain shipping information for open orders, cancellations, and credit invoices.
• Coordinate with warehouse personnel, customers, vendors, and others to identify, locate, and dispose of inferior or outdated materiel.
• Update automated databases using information from various sources and make changes to ensure proper payments are made.
• Ensure compliance with contracting standard operating procedures for maintaining file records.
• Obtain medical and dental materials, equipment, and services from commercial sources.
• Report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergency situations.

What This Job Offers

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