GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST

About the role

This National Guard position is for a GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST, PD# D1958000 and is part of the RI 143d Logistics Readiness Squadron. The purpose is to provide centralized oversight of critical squadron programs. Responsible for all funds management functions incl satellite stock fund management in support of unit mission.

What you will do

• Performs analysis on a wide range of technical squadron functions by analyzing historical and current data and identifying deficiencies or potential problems during surveillances or staff assistance visits.
• Evaluates unexpected fluctuations or trends in statistics, resolves discrepancies, and makes recommendations for change when problems are identified that adversely affect operations.
• Performs analysis on current or potential problems identified by flight management.
• Compares supply performance and maintenance interface data with prescribed standards to identify the effectiveness of supply support.
• Performs in-depth research and special analyses and makes appropriate recommendations for improvement.
• Facilitates corrective measures when specific actions are required by other elements.
• Serves as the point of contact for all customer problems unresolved at flight level.
• Utilizes computer software programs, spreadsheets, databases and graphics to collect, organize, analyze, display, and/or brief management information to customers and/or squadron management staff.
• Monitors inventory losses by analyses of inventory discrepancies, adjustments, and trends to ensure the integrity of the base resources management system.
• Receives incoming shipment discrepancy reports and evaluates and performs analyses on incoming and outgoing reports to ensure the effectiveness of the Supply Discrepancy Report (SDR) program.
• Serves as the Resource Advisor for the LRS.
• Prepares and manages the operating budget for squadron cost centers.
• Plans, develops, and conducts on-the-job training (OJT) as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Education may not be used as a substitution for experience in this occupational series/grade combination.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.

If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Knowledge of the Standard Base Supply System, its programs and procedures and of a wide range of commonly applied supply functional principles, concepts and program operations to apply judgment, perform analysis, provide service and resolve problems.

Knowledge of established supply systems to weigh the impact of variables on existing policies and procedures that influence the support and services provided. Knowledge and skill to analyze supply/budget reports to measure progress in meeting stock fund objectives, both local and major command.

Ability to conduct surveillance visits and special analysis of all supply elements to ensure compliance with directives and procedures.

Knowledge to perform analytical assignments involving specific issues associated with supply systems and function analysis to include issues related to stock fund management and the ability to recommend changes when standard procedures and practices are inadequate. Knowledge of Air Force Stock Fund, to include a detailed knowledge of Funds Management procedures and practices.

Ability to analyze stratification reports to measure progress in meeting objectives; to assemble and prepare statistical data depicting trends; to identify problems and take or recommend appropriate corrective actions; and to independently select and apply appropriate procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Knowledge of and skills in utilization of personal computers, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation applications, and other programs and databases, and the ability to prepare charts or graphs. Skill in developing specialized reports using Discoverer. Familiarization and understanding of data transmission systems.

Documents you must provide

• Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
• Resumes must be written in your own words.
• Assessment questionnaire Other Supporting Documents: (Optional) Cover Letter DD 214 SF 50 (Current or former Federal employee: Include your most recent SF-50 or if Reinstatement eligible include your Career SF-50.) Transcripts Performance Appraisal Other supporting documents, such as college transcript(s) if qualifying based on education, must be submitted in English.
• Failure to submit the required documentation will result in automatic disqualification.
• Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer.
• In describing your experience, please be clear and specific.
• It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week).
• If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Additional information

Indefinite employment is defined as an excepted appointment with indefinite time limitations and is used when the appointment is expected to extend beyond one year. Candidate may be terminated with a 30-day notice.

Should the need for the indefinite time limitations placed on this position no longer exist, the indefinite appointment could be converted to permanent action without further competition and you may be required to serve a trial period upon conversion. If an applicant from the Competitive Service is selected, he or she will have to convert to the Excepted Service.

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (***).