Logistics Management Specialist

SummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information.The primary purpose of this position is to serve in a PALACE Acquire (PAQ) centrally managed position in the Logistics Career Field. This is a developmental position requiring the performance of assignments that are designed to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques.Learn more about this agencySummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information.The primary purpose of this position is to serve in a PALACE Acquire (PAQ) centrally managed position in the Logistics Career Field. This is a developmental position requiring the performance of assignments that are designed to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques.Learn more about this agencyOverviewHelpAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates09/29/2025 to 09/28/2026Salary $49,960 - $115,213 per year Pay scale & grade GS 7LocationsFEW vacancies in the following locations:Peterson AFB, COEglin AFB, FLMacDill AFB, FLRobins AFB, GAShow morefewer locations (5)Offutt AFB, NEWright-Patterson AFB, OHTinker AFB, OKLackland AFB, TXHill AFB, UTRemote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Internships Work schedule Full-time Service CompetitivePromotion potential12Job family (Series)* 0346 Logistics ManagementSupervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate RiskTrust determination process* Suitability/FitnessFinancial disclosure No Bargaining unit status NoAnnouncement number N-26-AUG-12792786-JLE Control number 846780700This job is open toHelpThe publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.StudentsCurrent students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution.Recent graduatesIndividuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.Clarification from the agencyThis public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.DutiesHelp* Performs developmental assignments of moderate difficulty where work procedures are established and a number of specific guidelines exist.* Independently performs recurring assignments of limited, but gradually increasing, difficulty and complexity.* Participates in special initiatives, studies, and projects.* Drafts or prepares a variety of document sot include newsletter items, responses to routine inquiries, reports, letters, and other related documents.RequirementsHelpConditions of employment* Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.* U.S. Citizenship is required* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov* Total salary varies depending on location of position* Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may or may not be authorized. PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations* Employee must maintain current certifications* A Non- Critical or Critical Sensitive security clearance may be required* Disclosure of Political Appointments* Mobility - you may be required to relocate during or after completion of your training* You will be required to serve a one year probationary period* Successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements as identified in the applicable training plan* Must meet suitability for Federal employment* Must be able obtain and maintain Life Cycle Logistics Level 1 certification within 24 months of accepting this positionQualificationsYou may qualify for GS-07 if you meet one of the following:A. I have completed a 4 year course of study leading to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution AND have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level as follows: 1) Class standing-upper third of the graduating class based on completed courses in the college, university, or major subdivision; 2) Grade Point Average- 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on my official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of my curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in my major field or the required courses in my major field completed during the final 2 years of my curriculum; 3) Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society (Note: freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this position). Submit a copy of your transcript and documented proof of GPA, class standing or honor society membership.B. I have one full year (18 semester hours or equivalent) of graduate level study, or possess a master's or higher degree, e.g., LL.B, J.D., LL.M., Ph.D., in a field that provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Such fields include logistics, business administration and public administration. (SUBMIT COPY OF TRANSCRIPT)C. I have at least one year (12 months) specialized work experience that involves planning, coordinating, or evaluating the logistical actions required to support a specified mission or program for initial acquisition. Elements of this duty include identifying the specific requirements for money, manpower, materiel, facilities, and services needed to support the program throughout system life cycle and correlating those requirements with program plans to assure that the needed support is provided at the right time and place. This experience is equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal service, which could have been obtained in the private or public sectors.D. I have less than the full amount of graduate education described in "B" and less than the amount of experience described in "C," but I have a combination of the type of education described in "B" and the type of experience described in "C." To compute, first determine your graduate education as a percentage of the education required in "B"; then determine your total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required in "C". Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal to at least 100%. (SUBMIT COPY OF TRANSCRIPT)* NOTE* 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.To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience, click on the following link: http:// www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.aspKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:* Knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and practices of logistics management concepts.* Skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform entry-level assignments in logistics management.* Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing.* 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.FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) Requirement for General Schedule (GS) Positions: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the GS-07 or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral. The purpose of TIG restrictions is to prevent excessively rapid promotions in competitive service GS positions and to protect competitive principles.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 hours per week.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.These positions are being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense. The Secretary of the Defense has delegated authority to appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service in the Department of Defense; positions are located Air Force-Wide. Positions are filled as permanent with a full-time work schedule. Pay may vary by geographic location.The program offers a 3-year formal training plan with yearly salary increases. Promotions and salary increases are based upon your successful performance and supervisory approval. This is your opportunity to begin a successful civilian career with the United States Air Force. All training must be completed and regulatory requirements met prior to promotion.This position will be filled on a full-time permanent basis. Upon competing any required probationary period, the position will be permanent.NOTE: Notices of Results (NORs) will not be sent to applicants under this authority.EducationAny individual who was awarded a degree by an institution of higher education from a PUBLIC or other non-profit institution not more than two years before the date of appointment meets the basic eligibility requirement to apply for the DHA Recent Graduates Program;ORAny individual who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniformed service of more than four years and was awarded a degree by an institution of higher education from a public or other non-profit institution not more than four years before the closing of this announcement meets the basic eligibility requirement to apply for the DHA Recent Graduates Program.You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Please submit copies of all transcripts, to include transferred hours-official copies are not required at time of application. If selected, you will be required to provide official copies of all transcripts. NOTE: Degree Audits are not accepted.If you qualify based on undergraduate, or higher level education, and you have not graduated prior to applying for this position, you may be offered a position, contingent upon your final grade point average or class ranking.You must have completed a 4 year course of study leading to a bachelor's from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in one of the following:a) Class Standing - upper third of the graduating class based on completed courses in the college, university, or major subdivision;b) Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded, i.e. pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc, you cannot qualify based on GPA;c) Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society (note: freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this position). (If qualifying based on class standing or honor society membership, provide appropriate documentation).FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.Additional informationFor Modified Direct Hire Auth, Section 1116 (DHA) Positions:These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the Department of Defense for Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; these positions may be professional or administrative occupations and are located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent with a full-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location.* The term "recent graduate" means a person who was awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than two years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than four years.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on