MATERIALS HANDLER SUPERVISOR (TITLE 32)

Army National Guard Units; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Army National Guard Units in Illinois is seeking a Materials Handler Supervisor (TITLE 32) for the IL USPFO. You will supervise workers, plan use of materials, equipment, and facilities to meet schedules in a dynamic, project-based environment.

This role emphasizes hands-on supervision and adherence to safety and quality standards. Applicants must have experience (education substitution not allowed) and must be able to operate within a structured federal framework.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervision and workforce planning is required. No substitution of education for experience allowed for this occupational series and grade.

Responsibilities

• Supervise workers directly or through subordinate leaders to manage operations of a unit.
• Plan use of personnel, equipment, facilities, and materials to meet schedules and adjust as needed.
• Track progress, reallocate resources, and ensure safety and proper housekeeping.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a MATERIALS HANDLER SUPERVISOR (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1920000 and is part of the IL USPFO, National Guard.

Key Responsibilities

As a MATERIALS HANDLER SUPERVISOR (TITLE 32), WS-6907-5, you will supervise workers, either directly or through subordinate leaders, in accomplishing the operations of a distinct organizational unit. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Plans use of subordinate workers, equipment, facilities, and materials on a week-toweek or project to project basis. Reacts to variations in the workplace and maintains a balance workload between subordinates.

Follow customary work cycles and sequences in planning work assignments. Track and report progress on work assignments and request authority to adjust worker assignments and to use overtime, equipment, and materials to meet schedules. Assigns work to individuals and provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes.

Observe work in progress to anticipate and resolve problems within groups supervised, and coordinate work among workers and other supervisors to maintain work progress to meet schedules. Inspect completed work for quality and work order requirements. Report possible or actual work delays to their supervisors.

Recommend changes to schedules, priorities, and work sequences as necessary and make minor deviations in procedures or redirect resources under their control to overcome problems such as equipment failure, material delays, or unplanned absences. Support and explain management problems to their subordinates. Investigate grievances and complaints, resolve them informally, and notify supervisors of those of sufficient importance or seriousness.

Maintain work reports and records and assist supervisors in planning overall leave schedules. Ensures that regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed with appropriate protective clothing and equipment being utilized.

Requirements & Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $30.57 – $35.66/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-10-26.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Nguard' hiring path.