Job summary

This National Guard position is for a SUPPLY TECHNICIAN, Position Description Number D0893000 and is part of USPFO Supply Services, Nebraska Army National Guard. INDEFINITE EMPLOYMENT IS TEMPORARY IN NATURE AND WILL LAST MORE THAN ONE YEAR BUT NO MORE THAN SIX YEARS. BENEFITS ARE THE SAME AS A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT. MAY TO CONVERT TO PERMANT WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

Major duties

As a SUPPLY TECHNICIAN, GS-2005-5/7, duties include: --Maintains an accurate automated accounting and reporting system of property book equipment for units and activities within the State. In coordination with the Director of Logistics (DOL) monitors on hand assets and recommends actions to improve logistical readiness within the State. Participates in segments of management studies on the distribution of equipment assets and makes recommendations based on analysis. Monitors and participates in the redistribution of unit excess by recommending transfer and turn-in of property book items as appropriate. Directs lateral transfer of equipment as recommended by the DOL. Reviews disposition instructions of outgoing major end items to validate excess status prior to shipment. Monitors/reviews transactions that update property accounting balances of the Standard Army Management Information System (STAMIS) to isolate errors and provide guidance to correct deficiencies. Manages and maintains the state STAMIS catalog data file, assignment of State assigned line-item number (SLIN) and non-expendable management control numbers (MCN). --Conducts property book reconciliations. Reviews document registers, document files, suspense files, and account records to verify postings and consistency with automated/manual property book balances. Instructs unit personnel on proper posting procedures and makes corrections. Prepares reports on the condition of records, shortages, excesses, corrections, and actions recommended to improve property accountability in accordance with regulatory guidance. Maintains a suspense file of reconciliations, pending actions and other pertinent data pertaining to property accountability. Maintains the logistical file to support property book reconciliations Reviews the Department of the Army authorization documents to ensure that accurate postings are made to the STAMIS. Processes and maintains letters of authority (LOA) for additional required equipment. --Maintains contact with such agencies of the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of the Army (DA), National Guard Bureau (NGB) and other states and units to resolve problems within responsible areas. Communicates with Army Material Command (AMC), Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and NGB program managers to affect receipt of required equipment to support State readiness objectives. Recommend changes to regulations and local directives pertaining to property book and related areas. Reviews and validates equipment need for incoming major end items and Total Package Fielding (TPF) within the state. --Manages serialization tracking programs within the Supply Support Activity (SSA), such as Small Arms Serialization Program (SASP), Controlled Cryptographic Items Serialization Program (CCISP), and Radiation Testing and Tracking System (RATTS). Maintains program files and ensures accurate submission of reports and reconciliation to the proper agencies in accordance with regulatory requirements. Consolidates CBS-X transactions from subordinate STAMISs for subsequent transmission to Logistics Support Activity (LOGSA). May operate and maintain STAMIS hardware, to include system updates, perform records research, and data input and corrections. Provides automated reports or quires for internal and external customer requests. --Manages the loan of equipment. Processes all requests for loan(s) of equipment to and from organizations and activities external to the Command. Coordinates requests with the Command as appropriate. Prepares loan/lease agreements and coordinates bond/insurance requirements IAW regulatory guidance. --Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING ELIGIBILITY TO JOIN THE NEBRASKA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD PLEASE CONTACT THE LOCAL RECRUITING OFFICE AT 402-309-7458. OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1, 2 and 3 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1: Current permanent and indefinite technicians of the Nebraska Army or Air National Guard; and current Title 5 employees of the Nebraska Military Department who are military members of the Nebraska National Guard. AREA 2: All Drill Status/M-Day members and temporary technicians of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 3: Current military service members who are willing and eligible to become members of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 4: All qualified candidates eligible and willing to become a member of the Nebraska National Air or Army National Guard prior to the effective date of hire. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Nebraska Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Military Grades: Maximum: E8; Minimum: E1; Military Grade inversion within the full-time work forces are not permitted. The military grade of the full-time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of the personnel supervised. Compatibility will be followed in accordance with 32 USC 709(b) and 10 USC 10216 Security Clearance/Background Check requirements: In order to comply with US DOD requirements and ensure the safety and security of the missions, programs, property and personnel of the Nebraska Military Department, employees must obtain the appropriate background investigation and maintain the level of security clearance assigned to their respective work. Failure to obtain, within one year of appointment, and maintain the designated type of security clearance/background check required for the respective work may result in a job offer being rescinded, separations of employment, or other actions as may be deemed in the best interest of the agency. Prior to appointment individuals must meet the security clearance requirements for the position or submit the required documents of the Nebraska National Guard, Personnel Security Manager for processing the appropriate investigation. Required forms: SF86, PSIP Initiation Form, Fingerprints, OF306 and Application/Resume. Nebraska National Guard Personnel Security Manager - kalee.m.boden.mil@army.mil; 402-309-8319. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training in a variety of operations or situations concerned with substance or content of supply actions, requiring ability to decide course of action to take, considering the circumstances or conditions encountered. Experience using computer and automation systems. Knowledge of basic or commonly applied rules, procedures, or operations such as, filling out, posting, filing, controlling, or coding documents and/or transactions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-05 - Must have at least 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Demonstrated knowledge of standardized supply regulations, policies, procedures, or other instructions relating to the specific functions assigned. Experience that demonstrates knowledge of one or more automated supply databases to enter and retrieve recurring reports. Experience using working knowledge of the structure of a supply organization and the organizations serviced. GS-07- Must have at least 1 year experience at the previous lower grade or equivalent experience and education or training which demonstrates a thorough knowledge of governing supply regulations, policies, procedures, and instructions applicable to the specific assignment. Experience conducting extensive searches for required information; reconstructing records for complex supply transactions; and/or provide supply operations support for activities involving specialized or unique supplies, equipment, or parts. Experience performing routine aspects of supply work based on practical knowledge of standard procedures, where assignments include individual case problems related to a limited segment in one of the major areas of supply management. Experience which required person-to-person contacts to convey information and ability to compile reports, letters, memoranda, etc.

Education

Education: Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience - Completion of 2 academic years of education in an accredited college or university will satisfy the requirements for GS-4 positions. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience for GS-5 positions.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your answers to the assessment questionnaire will be verified against information provided in your resume and other supporting documentation. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific, we will not make assumptions regarding your experience. If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experiences, your rating will be adjusted or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated against general and specialized experience under the "Qualifications" section and against the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Customer Service (Clerical/Technical), Manages and Organizes Information, and Technical Competence To preview the assessment questionnaire, please use the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12579655