Logistics Management Specialist

U.S. Northern Command; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Northern Command seeks an authoritative expert to advise the Logistics Plans and Operations Division/J43, Joint Logistics Operations Center, and Directorate of Logistics and Engineering/J4 on major-command level Homeland Defense and DSCA exercise planning and training.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of joint logistics doctrine, federal authorities, and the ability to develop strategic logistics plans and policy for NORAD/USNORTHCOM.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of joint logistics doctrine, Federal Logistics doctrine, regulations and laws affecting DoD logistics support and Homeland operations.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate logistics training programs and activities.
• Experience directing and managing complex training studies across multiple directorates for strategic/operational plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate strategic logistics plans and policy for NORAD/USNORTHCOM Homeland Defense and DSCA.
• Coordinate cross-directorate analyses to support the Theater Campaign Plan and national security objectives.

Skills

Joint logistics management principles

Logistics policy analysis

Strategic logistics planning

Job description

Primary Purpose

The Primary Purpose of this position is: To serve as an authoritative expert and advisor to the Logistics Plans and Operations Division/J43, Joint Logistics Operations Center (JLOC), and Directorate of Logistics and Engineering/J4 staff regarding all aspects of major-command level Homeland Defense and DSCA exercise planning and training.

Conditions of Employment Continued

May be required to perform Battle Roster functions during Exercise and Real World events. Battle Roster functions may include, but are not limited to, Joint Logistics Operations Center, J4 Battle Staff tasks, and other tasks as assigned. These duties may require additional duty hours and/or alternate duty locations. This position is designated by the Air force as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is (A) to refrain from use of illegal drugs and (B) if required, to submit to urinalysis testing. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP. YA002 = Eligible for situational telework only, including Ad hoc, Emergency, or OPM prescribed "Unscheduled" Telework. This eligibility is separate and distinct from the employee's eligibility. A civilian employee's telework arrangement may be terminated at the discretion of the supervisor or at the employee's request. This is a KEY position IAW 32 CFR, Part 44 Appendix A and DOD Directive 1200.7. A Key Position is a Federal position that cannot be vacated during a war, national emergency, or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency to function effectively. Applicants for positions designated as "Key" positions who do not agree to this condition shall not be extended an offer of employment. The employee must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CANNOT become a member of the Ready Reserve while assigned to this position. IAW DoDI 3020-42 this position has been locally, or command designated as Mission Essential (ME); needed to ensure the continued operation of mission essential functions of the activity. Mission Essential personnel may be required to report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or delayed reporting and remain on duty during phased or early release. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Logistics Management Series, 0346.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE

• Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems.
• Examples of specialized experience includes Comprehensive knowledge of Joint logistics doctrine, Federal Logistics doctrine, regulations and National Laws that impact or influence DOD logistics support operations and planning within the Homeland.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and DoD authorities, policies, directives, instructions and laws that enable or constrain sustainment of DOD Title 10 forces within the Homeland and with NORAD or Theater Security Cooperation partner nations.
• Expert knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods required to support the development of strategic logistics plans and policy in support of NORAD and USNORTHCOM Homeland Defense and Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) plans as well as the Theater Campaign Plan.
• This shall include Secretary of Defense and Joint Staff level synchronization and global integration of national and Combatant Command (CCMD) logistics plans.
• FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of joint logistics management principles, concepts, policies, and regulations; Ability to analyze and evaluate logistics training programs and activities.
• Ability to direct and manage complex training studies and analyses that involve collating and coordinating multiple disciplines and practices within the logistics community across various groups and directorates for the purpose of developing and revising strategic and operational