General Supply Specialist.

Defense Logistics Agency; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency seeks a General Supply Specialist to perform in-depth research and causative analysis of inventory discrepancies, determine causes, and implement corrective actions to align depot records with physical balances. The role also includes generating FLIPL reports and developing procedures to prevent recurring errors.

Qualifications emphasize education and specialized experience in inventory management, analysis, and process improvements, with a focus on accuracy and

Qualifications

• Education must be from a college/university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Specialized experience includes inventories, investigations, and analysis of discrepancies.
• Combination of education and experience may meet the requirements for the GS-09 level.

Responsibilities

• Performs in-depth research and causative analysis when discrepancies are identified as a result of physical inventories, warehouse refusals, Reports of Survey or customer complaints.
• Determines the cause of record imbalances through collection, analysis, and evaluation of factors contributing to the inventory adjustment.
• Initiates and makes corrective actions to synchronize the depot record with the physical inventory balance.
• Generates the FLIPL report in accordance with agency policy and procedures.

Skills

Research & analysis

Attention to detail

Data collection

Education

Master's degree or 2 years of graduate education leading to degree; or J.D./LL.B.

Tools

ADP systems

MHE license

Job description

• Performs in-depth research and causative analysis when discrepancies are identified as a result of physical inventories, warehouse refusals, Reports of Survey or customer complaints.
• Determines the cause of record imbalances through collection, analysis, and evaluation of factors contributing to the inventory adjustment.
• Initiates and makes corrective actions to synchronize the depot record with the physical inventory balance.
• Generates the Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL) Report in accordance with agency policy and procedures as appointed in writing by the proper authority.
• Develops recommendations for new procedures which correct or prevent errors.
• Gathers data from automated systems to analyze trends of recurring discrepancies.
• Conducts operational and systemic studies to causes contributing to physical inventory and location inaccuracies and validates data compiled using various ADP systems to resolve record accuracy problems.
• Identifies and initiates new procedures to reduce inventory record error rate, streamline inventory processes, and comply with agency guidance.
• Arranges special inventories to reconcile accountable records. Plans, develops schedules for and conducts inventories.
• May operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and stock selectors to locate and move materials.
• May lead lower graded technicians performing inventory functions.

Duties

• Performs in-depth research and causative analysis when discrepancies are identified as a result of physical inventories, warehouse refusals, Reports of Survey or customer complaints.
• Determines the cause of record imbalances through collection, analysis, and evaluation of factors contributing to the inventory adjustment.
• Initiates and makes corrective actions to synchronize the depot record with the physical inventory balance.
• Generates the Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL) Report in accordance with agency policy and procedures as appointed in writing by the proper authority.
• Develops recommendations for new procedures which correct or prevent errors.
• Gathers data from automated systems to analyze trends of recurring discrepancies.
• Conducts operational and systemic studies to causes contributing to physical inventory and location inaccuracies and validates data compiled using various ADP systems to resolve record accuracy problems.
• Identifies and initiates new procedures to reduce inventory record error rate, streamline inventory processes, and comply with agency guidance.
• Arranges special inventories to reconcile accountable records. Plans, develops schedules for and conducts inventories.
• May operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and stock selectors to locate and move materials.
• May lead lower graded technicians performing inventory functions.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
• Security Requirements: Non-Sensitive
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-Exempt
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Bargaining Unit Status: Yes
• Pre-Employment Physical: Required
• This position and any future selections from this announcement may be used to fill various shifts located within DLA Distribution Portsmouth, VA
• Licenses/Certifications: Must be able to obtain and maintain licenses and/or certifications required by the installation, federal, state, and local laws.
• Licenses/Certifications: Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license.
• Licenses/Certifications: Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license/certification to operate government vehicles.

Qualifications

To qualify for a General Supply Specialist, your qualifications must include: B. Education: To qualify at the GS-09 level based on education in lieu of specialized experience, applicants must possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LLB. or J.D., if related. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Education must be from a college or university accredited by an organization approved by the U.S. Department of Education. See http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx. If using education to meet basic qualifications, YOU MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT as supplemental documentation.

• Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To qualify at the GS-09 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:
• Plans, develops schedules for and conducts inventories.
• Conducts investigations and analysis to determine causes of inventory discrepancies.
• Provides recommendations which correct or prevent errors.
• Combination: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the GS-09 grade level, and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grade GS-09.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Physical Demands

The employee is required to climb ladders, crawl, or enter restricted areas, lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds, for items weighing over 40 pounds, must be able to attain and maintain a license for all forms of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and operate safely.

Work Environment

The work is usually performed in a warehouse environment or outdoor locations requiring extensive research and analytical skill; Some work will be performed in an office environment.

Education

Are you using your education to qualify? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

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Drug-Free Workplace

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone. ADVISORY: By using cannabidiol (CBD) products you are risking a positive drug test result for marijuana.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.