LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

The primary purpose of this position is: Assists HQ AFRS in managing logistics programs including materiel management, equipment and supply purchases, office furniture, government vehicle programs and management, organizational realignment/closure activities, host base support agreements, applicant travel, and coordinating with senior logistics positions. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Logistics Management Series 0346. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of logistics, supply, and maintenance requirements necessary to accomplish logistics support functions for recruiting operations and program requirements. Knowledge and understanding of the mission, objectives, and guidelines of the Air Force Recruiting Service (AFRS), and how logistics programs, procedures, and requirements operate within AFRS. Knowledge of theories and principles of logistics management, program planning, and execution. Knowledge of major issues, program goals, work operations, and managerial channels of organizations involved in coordinating and integrating HQ AFRS, Group, and Squadron logistics support plans. Knowledge of analytical techniques and evaluation criteria used to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of programs to improve squadron recruiting plans. Knowledge of logistics program requirements supporting fleet management, the Government Leased Vehicle Program, materiel management, host-base support agreements, travel and transportation, and funding and supply activities, as well as other technical support functions. OR EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of logistics, vehicle fleet operations, supply management, and maintenance support across the full equipment and supply life cycle. Knowledge of government practices for leased asset management, property disposal, maintenance management, and utilization policies, procedures, and standards. Knowledge of special programs including base realignment/closure, manpower and personnel processes, strategic planning, safety, and security requirements, and recruiting mission support. Skill in planning, organizing, negotiating, and securing logistical support for vehicles, equipment, and supplies, including adapting procedures and resolving resource conflicts. Skill in using digital and enterprise systems such as Microsoft 365, Adobe Acrobat, AI tools, DoD property accountability systems, GSA fleet and billing tools, USAF logistics data systems, CRM platforms, compliance monitoring tools, and DoD financial and contract management systems. Ability to manage and analyze data, develop visualizations, forecast and execute budgets, and apply data driven insights to improve logistics effectiveness and operational efficiency. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.