GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST

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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This position is for a GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST, Position Description Number T58019P1, and is part of the Montana Air National Guard, 120 LGR.

Selecting Official: SMSgt Brandie Moore

*Also advertised Title 32 at announcement number MT-13062900-AF-26-598

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Duties

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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.

Develops, coordinates, and publishes local supplements and makes recommendations to assist in the development of major command (MAJCOM) supplements to Air Force (AF) manuals and instructions applying to the Standard Base Supply System (SBSS). Drafts and finalizes operating instructions, which include but are not limited to, alert plans, duty hour, and designation of delivery locations. Recommends changes to higher headquarters when standard procedures are inadequate or erroneous. Documents findings for problems that can not be resolved and forwards compiled data to higher echelons for study and resolution.

Manages the General Support Division (GSD) and monitors the Material Support Division (MSD) of the Air Force Supply Management Activity Group (SMAG) at base level. Develops and maintains trend analysis for stock fund operations and formulates long and short-range projections. Is a member of the Financial Working Group (FWG) and a technical advisor to the Financial Management Board (FMB) and base organizations on the problems affecting the stock fund and Operation & Maintenance (O&M) budget as well as supply and equipment financial management. Briefs upper level supervisors and managers in the interpretation of supply/financial management data reports. Coordinates the preparation and submission of the initial and revised stock fund budget call with the GLSC. Analyzes financial transactions to detect errors and initiates corrective action. Coordinates with the GLSC funds manager for the approval of free issue, forced credit turn-ins, and adjusted stock level requests. Serves as the approval level authority for all inventory adjustments affecting the General Support Division stock fund. Coordinates with the GLSC/SMAG for all adjustments affecting the Material Support Division stock fund. Ensures supporting documentation is attached and certification/approval signatures are obtained on the original Consolidated Inventory Adjustment Document Register (M10) and forwarded to the Customer Support Liaison Element within 30 days of completion.

Analyzes and forecasts financial data to the Wing Finance function, Financial Management Board, and Maintenance Group regarding impact of Stock Number User Directory (SNUD) price changes that affect obligations. Initiates reverse post actions as required. Reviews and certifies organization cost center records. Maintains and monitors files and listings associated with organization effectiveness and corrects data to ensure accurate calculations of future year funding and flying hour program.

Scrutinizes the operations of all Logistics Readiness Squadron functions by conducting internal surveillances. Develops and maintains a schedule for regular and/or periodic surveillance visits to all elements. Researches and develops checklists and exercises internal management controls within the LRS. Conducts an exit briefing to discuss identified deficiencies and resolve differences of opinion. Provides a detailed written report of inspection to include procedural clarification to eliminate non-compliance. Drafts replies and provides follow-up for inspection, audit or staff reports. Advises management of compliance and/or procedural changes by squadron or supported activities. Monitors higher headquarters special interest items and establishes special interest items at base level to correct local identified problems.

Performs other duties as assigned.

(A Position Description can be obtained from HRO upon request.)

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• External applicants must be able to start within 6 months of selection.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Must have experience, education or training involving administration of supply management, storage, cataloging, packaging and distribution or other work which provided the applicant with a general knowledge of one or more aspects of the supply field. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Must have one of the following:

A) 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade of GS-7. Demonstrated ability researching documents or other resources to coordinate inventory requirements. Knowledge of stock levels, inventory, shipping, receiving, requisitioning and requirements of supplies and equipment. Experience involving the control of supply stocks and accounting for equipment. Knowledge of supply management, cataloging, maintenance, and disposal procedures. Experience which required person-to-person contacts to convey information and ability to compile reports, letters, memoranda, etc. Demonstrated experience with cost estimates, budgets, or funding management. Experience conducting extensive and exhaustive searches for required information; reconstruct records for complex supply transactions; and/or provide supply operations support for supply activities. (MUST address these experiences in detail on resume to be considered for this position.)

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B) A master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. (MUST provide copies of all relevant transcripts to be considered for this position, if using this option to qualify. Official transcripts may be required at a later date.)

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C) A combination of Specialized Experience and Education equal to 100% of the requirements. (MUST address the specialized experiences in detail on resume AND provide copies of all relevant transcripts to be considered for this position, if using this option to qualify.)

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

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