LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to provide centralized life cycle logistics oversight and guidance to nuclear programs for the AFNWC. Duties Candidates should have an advanced understanding of the cradle-to-grave integrated life cycle logistics required to support nuclear systems or subsystems, demonstrated experience in working effectively with multiple levels within DoD from installation to Major Command (MAJCOM), and have the ability to communicate effectively. DUTIES: - Serve as an expert nuclear logistics analyst to effectively plan, manage, monitor, and coordinate cradle-to-grave integrated life cycle logistics for assigned nuclear systems and subsystems using Life Cycle Logistics (LCL) expertise with a focus on nuclear surety, warfighter requirements, and cost efficiencies. - Assist with the cradle-to-grave integrated life cycle logistics nuclear support of assigned systems and subsystems in accordance with public law, directives, and other written guidance. - Participate in the development and coordination of assessment criteria, indicators, and procedures for measuring system/equipment performance, and sustainment effectiveness on a continuing basis, and for major decision points in the lifecycle of system/equipment. - Develop and coordinate Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP), roadmaps, milestones, and other acquisition and sustainment documents - Interact with internal and external officials and/or customers diplomatically, convincingly, professionally, and promote effective working relationships. - Effectively communicate with Nuclear Enterprise personnel from the Departments of Energy and Defense, Air Force Air Staff, MAJCOM Staff, AFNWC Staff/Wings/Divisions, field level users and their respective support agencies. - Effectively provide briefings and keep program participants informed on program plans and status. - Ensure outcomes of special projects result in positive impact(s) on the organization and/or improves quality. - Prepare reports on time, ensuring they are of high quality to an audience of Air Force senior leaders; including recommendations, meaningful program information, written summaries and results from synthesized data and/or metric analysis. KNOWLEDGE, 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: 1. Advanced knowledge of the policies, practices, regulations, and laws concerning the acquisition logistics and sustainment processes, Integrated Product Support (IPS), and related Life Cycle Logistics (LCL) initiatives. 2. Ability to plan, organize, direct, mentor, motivate and appraise a diverse government and contractor team to meet program(s) and organizational objectives. 3. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the DOD, Air Force, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition and sustainment processes. 4. Skill to plan, organize, and lead a team of logistics professionals in executing critical aspects of all phases of the system life cycle to include development and production, fielding, sustainment, surveillance, and demilitarization. 5. Knowledge in product support management, sustaining engineering, maintenance planning, supply support, technical data, support equipment, and packaging, handling, storage, and transportation. HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS: A professional degree at the bachelor's level from an accredited institution is desired. An advanced degree, such as a Masters or a Ph is preferred. Expert knowledge of nuclear system life cycle concepts, theories and principles of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) planning, development, design and execution sufficient to coordinate and integrate functions into a total, well-structured and viable nuclear program. Familiarity with laws, policies, regulations and precedents applicable to ILS planning. Ability to draft, coordinate and interpret nuclear logistics and related nuclear enterprise policies. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization. Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position. This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection, and may be subject to random drug testing. Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays Shift work and emergency overtime may be required Disclosure of Political Appointments All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments. Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period. This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). Work requires the appropriate certification and must be obtained within 24 months of employment. Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in assisting with cradle-to-grave Life Cyle Logistics support of Air Force systems; assist with being the representative and spokesperson for assigned projects; aid with a logistics project conducting organizational and process related studies and analysis of organizations, functions, and work processes to improve mission effectiveness, resource allocation and efficiency, functions, work processes to improve mission effectiveness, and resource allocation; aided with the planning, organizing, and overseeing the activities of the organization, ensuring that logistics management related operations comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet customer needs. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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. Education ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. 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 information This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13. This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 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. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.