Logistics Planner

The Logistics Planner is responsible for assisting the Logistics Contracts and Purchasing Manager with planning, project development, and conducting resource gap analysis as it relates to state logistics disaster operations.

Job duties include:

• Participating on the State Emergency Response Team in the Logistics Section as tasked during emergencies and disasters
• Managing and developing disaster contracts and purchasing tools for the purpose of emergency acquisitions to support disaster operations
• Assisting with evaluation, coordination, and implementation of field level logistics disaster distribution projects
• Updating state-level planning documents
• Performing analysis of logistics data
• Producing situational awareness documents for leadership
• Assisting the Division with daily, routine, out of the ordinary, and disaster purchasing

This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of a State Telework Pilot Program. More information on this arrangement may be obtained at the time of interview. Any telework will be under the conditions of the State Teleworking Program Policy and the employer may end any teleworking arrangement at any time at the employer’s sole discretion.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. This position's typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm.

Please Note: The selected applicant must have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class C driver's license.

Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC16. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

About NC Emergency Management:
The mission of North Carolina Emergency Management is to enhance North Carolina's resiliency through active collaboration, communication, and coordination of protection, prevention, mitigation, response, and recovery measures.

About the Logistics Section:
The primary purpose of the Logistics section is to provide the Division and the State Emergency Response Team with effective, efficient, and comprehensive services supporting emergency preparedness, response, and recovery operations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application* and *Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Dept. of Public Safety jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)
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To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL* of the following: *
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• Knowledge of analytical techniques applied in researching and/or analyzing governmental programs and operations
• Knowledge of various services offered by State and local government agencies
• Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish organizational goals
• Knowledge of emergency management regarding natural or man-made disasters
• Knowledge of government purchasing standards or practices
• Experience using at least one Microsoft Suite Program (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, Skype for Business, or Access)
• Experience using Adobe and DocuSign

Management Preferences:

• Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal and state laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and/or guidance
• Knowledge of various types of contracts, techniques, or requirements for contracting and/or procurement, contract negotiation or administration
• Knowledge of the procedures for developing technical and operational support documentation
• Knowledge of the principles and/or methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including costs and relevant limits
• Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks at one time

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of progressively responsible emergency management, emergency services, or other professional experience directly related to the area of assignment;
or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,875.00 - $92,531.00 per year

Salary : $52,875 - $92,531