Clarification from the agency

Title 5 Excepted Service, Non-uniformed Position with the Minnesota National Guard,

Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list

A LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, GS-0346-9, (1) Develops, implements and evaluates the logistics and property accountability policies for the organization. Is the primary advisor for the command in the area of logistics and property book operations. Oversees and reviews unit level feeder reports. Analyzes and/or prepares the logistics and equipment readiness areas of the organizational readiness report. Reviews, analyzes, and provides recommendations relative to current and future MTOE/TDA and/or force structure changes to determine the impact on organizational equipment authorizations. Keeps abreast and ensures the implementation of new policy statements, regulations and directives issued by higher headquarters concerning logistics and property accountability activities. Provides guidance and assistance to ensure command programs have been implemented and evaluates their effectiveness in subordinate elements. Plans for the establishment and operation of the Administrative and Logistics Operations Center (ALOC). Develops and implements standard operating procedures for logistics. Plans, develops, and maintains actions/procedures for the immediate and subordinate organizations in preparation for the transfer of all or part of accountable property for deployment to include pre-mobilization and post-mobilization.
(2) Responsible for the property book operations of the organization in the areas of inventory management, storage management, equipment coordination and supply management. Ensures the property book sections periodically perform asset visibility rebuild to validate date in the visibility files. Is accountable for the various categories of property.
(3) Maintains property book accountability utilizing an automated system and/or related computer programs to account for property. Establishes primary hand receipt files for each unit, whether separate or organic to the organization, and maintains accountability by the use of primary hand receipt listings. Assures that all authorized property is on hand or has been requisitioned to assist in maintaining the highest level of readiness for the organization. Accounts for funds used to requisition non-expendable property. Coordinates the assignment and transfer of equipment assets to enhance mobilization readiness. Determines shortages of authorized non-expendable equipment and directs authorized substitutes in accordance with appropriate regulations and directives. Incumbent is responsible for the requisition and formal accounting of ammunition per applicable regulation.
(4) Ensures compliance with the command supply discipline program (CSDP), and other directed command inspection programs. Assists in the preparation for and executes additional command level inspections in the area of logistics and maintenance. Schedules and directs the conduct of periodic inspections, inventories and change of hand receipt accounts to assure equipment is serviceable, properly stored, maintained and accounted for as required by competent authority. Advises the commander of equipment on hand and equipment readiness issues. Makes decisions based on the commander's guidance and intent in the area of property assignments. Provides procedures guidance, directives and coordinates change of command and/or primary hand receipt holder inventories. Reviews inventories, reports of survey, and adjustment documents for accuracy and regulatory compliance. Directs, reviews, and makes recommendations on investigations of incidents involving property loss or damage. Provides functional analysis of automated support requirements and recommends engineering change proposals (ECP's) to modify change or enhance applicable logistics programs and standard army management information systems (STAMIS).
(5) Coordinates with the USPFO, state level Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) and subordinate units of the organization on the lateral transfer and/or turn in of excess property. This includes analyzing the proposed transfer/turn in actions and its impact on readiness. Coordinates and conducts annual property book supply reconciliations with the USPFO for all elements of the organization. Conducts a quarterly backorder reconciliation of non-expendable and expendable property requisitions with the USPFO. Coordinates the fielding of new equipment and the associated NET for a given LIN or system with the Force Integration Readiness Office (FIRO), DCSLOG-G4, USPFO and gaining unit. Coordinates with FIRO to insure authorization documents are current and accurate with the United States Army Force Management Support Agency (USAFMSA). Ensures Total Package Fielding's (TPF) are handled expediously.
(6) Establishes quality procedures and oversees the edit of all source documentation. Ensures documents are accurate and properly input into the automated system.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Prior to appointment, an applicant must have a current completed/clear drug test
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Irregular and overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial vehicles to perform temporary duty assignments.

***Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation*** Upon selection, individuals will undergo a background check to validate suitability for employment with the federal government as permitted by law, regulation, Presidential order or other authority. Suitability is dependent upon the particular requirements for security clearance, sensitivity level, and DOD IT network access. Items checked include, but are not limited to all criminal history record information, employment history, education and fiscal accountability/responsibility.**

The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You must maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: GS-09 - Must have at least 24 months experience, education, or training involving detailed knowledge of organizations and their functions in logistical support (i.e., supply, maintenance, quality assurance, facilities). Experience integrating actions of a variety of specialized support activities in order to meet program goals. Experience interpreting and applying regulations, laws or practices. Experience planning and organizing work assignments.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Basis for Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of the following areas of consideration (AOC) based on the Minnesota National Guard Merit Placement Plan:

• Area 1: Current On-board Title 5 Employees (Tenure: 1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite or 4-Term ) - Only those current Minnesota National Guard employees who are in permanent, indefinite, or term technician status as result of being competitively hired by the Minnesota National Guard or Office of Personnel Management agency. This does not apply to Temporary Technicians or Temporary Employees
• Area 2: Current On-board Excepted Title 32 Technicians (Tenure: 1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite) - Only those Minnesota National Guard employees who are in permanent technician status as result of being competitively hired within the Minnesota National Guard agency.
• Area 3: Current On-board Federal Employees (Tenure: 1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite?) from another Federal Agency nationwide who are in permanent technician status as result of being competitively hired within that agency. I.e. Title 5 employed outside of the MNNG, Title 5 USAFR.
• Area 4: All federal re-employable eligible employees. (used as a way to attract federal experience without considering all U.S. Citizens - can reach retirees)
• Area 5: U.S. Citizens (to include current ARNG and ANG members.)

Basis for Rating Area 5: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Veteran preference eligible are listed ahead of non-preference eligible within each quality category.

• Best Qualified. Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for the announced position.
• Well Qualified. Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for the announced position.
• Qualified. Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for the announced position.

Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of appropriate education, experience, training, self-development activities, and special awards. Candidates are considered on the basis of available information on their current application and supporting information that has been provided to this office. To ensure full consideration, applicants are urged to submit information about their training, self-development, outside experience, activities and awards. National Guard military (Part-time) service is considered as full-time experience when evaluated against the qualification requirements for a technician position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.