SUPERVISORY LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - Air Force Elements, U.S. Central Command

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a first level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees assigned to the CCJ44 Mobility Division Plans and Policy Branch. Responsibilities Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Plans and Policy Branch of the Mobility Division. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Represents the Division and Directorate with a variety of tactical, operational and strategic level logistics and functional area organizations. Manages operational and strategic Mobility Initiatives to develop, expand, and exercise robust, capable, and reliable cross-border air, ground and sea lines of communication (LOCs) to enhance the CENTCOM theater distribution network. Provides mobility and distribution planning, policy and oversight for the development of operational plans (OPLANS), contingency plans (CONPLANS), the USCENTCOM campaign plan, country plans and exercises. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of strategic and operational logistics, mobility, and transportation planning in support of military operations. This includes an understanding of the principles and practices of logistics management, contingency planning, and force rotation support. Knowledge of coordinating logistics and transportation issues with the Joint Staff, Office of the Secretary of Defense, US Embassies, regional partners, Service Components, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), and U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM). Knowledge of developing and implementing command policies, procedures, and priorities for mobility, transportation, and logistics within a complex organizational structure. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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 strategic and operational logistics, mobility, and transportation planning in support of military operations. This includes an understanding of the principles and practices of logistics management, contingency planning, and force rotation support. Knowledge of coordinating logistics and transportation issues with the Joint Staff, Office of the Secretary of Defense, US Embassies, regional partners, Service Components, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), and U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) Knowledge of developing and implementing command policies, procedures, and priorities for mobility, transportation, and logistics within a complex organizational structure. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with a variety of individuals and organizations as well as communicating effectively, both orally and in writing to develop and deliver briefings, prepare detailed reports, and provide customer guidance and training. Ability to analyze complex logistics and mobility issues, identify problems, and develop effective solutions to enhance the distribution network, ensure compliance with the Commander's priorities, and make informed decisions that support operational and contingency planning. Ability to lead, mentor, motivate, and apprise a team within the Logistics and Engineering Directorate at the Combatant Command level. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. 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. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.