What are the responsibilities and job description for the GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST (Title 32) position at US Air National Guard Units?
Duties
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. 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). 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. Maintains last two years of inspection, audit, staff assistance, surveillance and analysis reports. Reviews the effectiveness of the reject program. Provides management oversight of Document Control processes. Serves as the focal point for comparison of performance with prescribed directives. Reviews and/or directs the review of all USAF data system design center program releases for impact on supply operations for required procedural actions. Submits requests for changes to system design when errors occur or system fails to perform its function. Resolves procedural SBSS interface problems with other systems or programs that interface with SBSS. Ensures that all flights, elements, and supported activities are notified of changes within their scope of responsibility. 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.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
- This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
- Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
- Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
- Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Qualifications
Military Grades: E-6 Through E-7
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: 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: Must have at least 24 months experience, education, or training dealing 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.
Education
There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.
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)).
This position may be eligible for Union Membership.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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): Technical Competence
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Required Documents
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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume:- Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph, other PII (Personally Identifiable information) or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., Hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present ex. 03/2020-06/2022 or 03/2020-Present).
- If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
2. Other supporting documents (as applicable):- Certifications
- DD-214 or NGB 22
- SF-50
- Official Transcripts
- If you are NOT a current member of the Oklahoma National Guard, you must submit documentation showing your current/ previous military affiliation (DD 214, NGB 22, copy of an award/order, statement of service) etc. with your application to receive consideration for this position. Failure on your part to submit the requested documents will prevent further consideration for this position. If you have any questions concerning this requirement, contact our office at (405) 228-5581.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12707812
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
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Rachel SurinePhone405-228-5575Emailrachel.d.surine.civ@army.milAddressOK 137th Special Operations Wing
5624 Air Guard Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73179
USNext steps
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.
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- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
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- Reasonable accommodation policy
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Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume:
- Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph, other PII (Personally Identifiable information) or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., Hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present ex. 03/2020-06/2022 or 03/2020-Present).
- If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
2. Other supporting documents (as applicable):
- Certifications
- DD-214 or NGB 22
- SF-50
- Official Transcripts
- If you are NOT a current member of the Oklahoma National Guard, you must submit documentation showing your current/ previous military affiliation (DD 214, NGB 22, copy of an award/order, statement of service) etc. with your application to receive consideration for this position. Failure on your part to submit the requested documents will prevent further consideration for this position. If you have any questions concerning this requirement, contact our office at (405) 228-5581.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
- Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
- National Guard and reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agency
This position is open to current members of the Oklahoma Air National Guard within the military grades of E-6 through E-7 or willing/eligible to become a member of the OK Air National Guard. If you are NOT a current member, you must submit documents showing current/previous military service and rank (DD214, NGB22, copy of award/order, statement of service) etc. with application to receive consideration. Failure to submit prevents further consideration.