Inventory Management Specialist - Developmental

Air Force Civilian Service; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentives

Relocation incentives

Retention incentives

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service in San Antonio, Texas, seeks three full-time Developmental Inventory Management Specialists at GG-07 to GG-11 levels. The role starts at GG-07 with on-the-job and formal training to progress. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Salary ranges from $51,201 to $98,514, with potential incentives based on experience. This position is aligned under DCIPS and requires completion of a formal training plan to advance through grades.

Qualifications

• Entry requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Formal training will be provided; assignments become progressively more difficult.
• Must communicate clearly in writing and speaking.
• Ability to analyze data and identify factors and solutions.
• Promotion depends on performance, training, and supervisor recommendation.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level inventory management and program analysis tasks.
• Assist with budgeting, procurement, and funding related to inventory management.

Skills

Inventory management basics

Clear written & verbal communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

Organization & planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Automated inventory systems

Job description

At Air Force Civilian Service, we don’t just support the mission — we help shape the future of national defense through discovery, innovation, and unwavering dedication.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for THREE full time, Developmental, Inventory Management Specialists, (GG-2010-07/09/11), working at the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Cryptologic and Cyber Systems Division, Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) – Lackland Air Force Base (AFB), San Antonio, Texas

This is a development Position - GG-07 Target GG-11.

This position may be filled at the GG-07, GG-09 or G-11 level.

Salary ($51,201 - $98,514) based on experience and entry level.

Recruitment, Relocation, and Retention incentives may be available based on experience.

Leave accrual for military service may be available.

This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position aligned under authorities of Section 1601, Chapter 83 of Title 10, United States Code and DoD Instruction 1400.25-V2007.

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.

This position can close at any time.

Qualifications/Requirements

In this position you will serve as a trainee starting at the GG-07 level. The trainee will receive formal, informal, and/or on-the-job training and assignments will become progressively more difficult in nature. The position performs a variety of conventional duties relating to a variety of fundamental inventory management and operational program analysis. The person assigned to the position is required to complete developmental assignments and training outlined in a formal training plan.

Attainment of knowledge, skills, and abilities is required before promotion to the next higher grade and is dependent on demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the next higher grade level, meeting all regulatory requirements, and recommendation for promotion by the supervisor. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must be able to obtain & maintain a “Top Secret/SCI” Security clearance

This position is designated as a Drug Test Designated Position

At a minimum, all groups in this category require either a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience for entry.

Gg-07 Level

• Knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and practices of inventory management.
• Skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform entry-level assignments in life cycle logistics occupation.
• Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing; and to clearly communicate in terms of written briefings, reports as well as makes recommendations to Lead Item Managers.
• Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions.
• Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with co-workers.
• Ability to assist with budgeting, procurement, and funding processes related to inventory management functions.

Gg-09 Level

• Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories used in inventory management, and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedent assignments to include use of automated systems and/or equipment.
• Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend solutions from several possible alternatives.
• Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentations, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly.
• Skill in applying the principles, concepts and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments.
• Ability to assist with budgeting, procurement, and funding processes related to inventory management functions. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length.

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.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.

AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer