LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Logistics Management Specialist

This National Guard position is for a Logistics Management Specialist, Position Description Number PDT58069P1 and is part of the MA ANG 102nd IW, National Guard. This is a Bargaining Unit position.

Responsibilities :

1. Provides technical / administrative assistance to the program manager for the Integrated Deployment System (IDS); Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments (DCAPES), Contingency Operations / Mobility Planning and Executive System (COMPES), Logistics Module-Base Level (LOGMOD-B), Automated Air Load Planning System (AALPS), and Cargo Movement Operations System (CMOS). Ensures that all systems interface within IDS. Assists the subject matter expert for COMPES in providing the Wing Commander and the Logistics Officer information in selecting, deploying and monitoring contingency forces. Maintains LOGMOD-B and the Logistics Detail (LOGDET) data, assists in designing logistics packages to meet Operation Plans (OPLAN) tasking, and coordinates with tasked units to ensure compliance and accuracy of systems. Assist with the management and production of AALPS products. Provides continuous guidance and instruction to units on COMPES, Logistic Detail-Base Level (LOGDET-B) data and Manpower / Personnel Module-Base Level (MANPER-B) matters. Coordinates both LOGMOD-B and MANPER-B portions of COMPES for input and processing. Produces COMPES data to support wartime activities and Operations Other Than War (OOTW) required by units to mobilize and deploy equipment and personnel.(25%)

2. Formulates and consolidates logistical annexes for IDS guidance based on regulations, manuals, instructions, and directives issued by higher headquarters. During peacetime and at actual and training deployments, provides staff input and participation in the Deployment Control Center (DCC). Plans and develops deployment training for the wing and units in addition to conducting training. Ensures the unit meets all pre-execution and command and control requirements for deployments. Analyzes time phased force deployment requirements to develop plan annexes and schedules for inclusion in execution phase of the wing deployment guidance. As directed by, and in conjunction with higher-graded employees, assists units by providing guidance and performing staff assistance visits to identify, correct, and assist with deployment oriented problems. Reviews deployment assessment capabilities with unit commanders to ensure that required deployment training is being conducted. Plans and briefs logistics personnel regarding the movement of personnel and equipment during simulated and actual deployments and exercises. (20%)

3. At the direction of, and in conjunction with the logistics staff, identifies required deployment / redeployment support with the wing staff, serving as the NCOIC of the Redeployment Assistance Team (RAT), Air Mobility Command (AMC), and Air Combat Command (ACC) for the transportation of equipment and personnel. Determines the @type and number of aircraft required for mission deployment / redeployment. Validates load plans, priority shipments, and customs clearance requirements. Ensures all unit personnel and equipment are properly identified and prepared for deployment / redeployment. Assists the Logistics Officer with determining the @type and number or quantity of troops and equipment available for tasking and schedules via correspondence with headquarters (i.e., ACC, AMC, NGB, ANGRC, and Numbered Air Forces), as applicable to accomplish specific mission requirements. Reviews resource / logistics plans, programs, and deployment activities with the senior officer to ensure authorized mobility equipment is available or on order, and assures that the equipment is properly budgeted. In conjunction with the senior officer, develops program priorities and determines dollar requirements. As directed, develops load-plans and analyzes transportation requirements for the wing and units. Schedules all requirements through transportation activities to ensure personnel and equipment arrive according to planned tasking.(20%)

4. Reviews OPLANS, Concept Plans (CONPLANS), Concept of Operations (CONOP), USAF Special Operation Plans, Exercise Plans, and Execution Orders for tasking from higher headquarters. Determines availability of personnel and equipment for tasking and manages the War Reserve Material (WRM) assets at home station and deployed locations for units. Analyzes and identifies tasking for logistical shortfalls, limiting factors (LIMFACs) and problems; and compiles and submits to the senior officer for inclusion in the formal supportability / feasibility studies that allows commanders to make vital decisions that affect mission accomplishment. Formulates and prepares logistics annexes and consolidates inputs from all attached units in accordance with all-applicable regulations and directives. Analyzes In-Garrison Expeditionary Site Plans (IGESP) (15%)

Performs other duties as assigned.

The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description. For more details, please contact the POC listed above.

Requirements :

Conditions of Employment :

Qualifications :

AREA OF CONSIDERATION : Nationwide - Open to all US Citizens

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Must have at least 1-year specialized experience, education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Must have experience, education, or training which involved detailed knowledge of organizations and their functions in logistical support (i.e., supply, maintenance, quality assurance, facilities). Experience planning and organizing work assignments.

OR master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. or J.D., if related

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE : Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of months / years.

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

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