LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Title 32)

LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Title 32)

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Peoria, Illinois

Salary Range: $49960 - $79443 Per Year

Job Summary: THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Title 32), Position Description Number D1957000 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard.

Major Duties:

• As a LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Title 32), GS-0346-7/9, you will be the point of contact for the Logistics Readiness Squadron deployment and training activities. Manages customer training and provides the Logistics Readiness Squadron forces with training and resources for deployed operations. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Review and evaluate operations, deployment, contingency, and exercise plans to verify mission readiness and identify required actions. Analyze exercise and contingency plans to determine necessary equipment, manning, and training requirements for deployment taskings. Compile and update personnel, training, equipment, and supply status to ensure accuracy in readiness reporting. Assign proper security classification and storage requirements for classified documents and deployability records. Inspect training areas and review training records to ensure compliance with established directives and regulations. Manage development of contingency, deployment, expeditionary support, sustainment, and redeployment plans for the Logistics Readiness Squadron. Prepare, update, and coordinate deployment and support plans and annexes with squadron managers and external base organizations. Identify program deficiencies, analyze training or readiness shortfalls, and recommend corrective actions. Determine training requirements by reviewing documentation and balancing training needs against available resources. Develop procedures for deployment and redeployment of personnel and equipment to meet mission readiness needs. Develop, manage, and control squadron training and career development programs, including automated systems and multimedia resources. Provide training guidance to supervisors and conduct meetings with leadership to resolve training issues. Develop and conduct classroom training, including readiness and deployment instruction for squadron personnel. Plan and initiate cross-training and familiarization training to improve personnel utilization. Coordinate and manage formal schools, supervisory courses, technical training, EST programs, and exportable course requirements. Coordinate with base organizations, supervisors, commanders, and squadron managers to communicate plan changes, training needs, and readiness status. Provide readiness briefings to Squadron and Wing commanders and explain key readiness indicators, limitations, and corrective actions. Advise commanders and supervisors on training deficiencies, problem areas, and recommended solutions. Deliver supply customer block training and explain procedural changes affecting operational effectiveness. Provide guidance to EST trainers, task certifiers, and supervisory personnel to ensure understanding of program objectives and training standards.

Qualifications: AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code § 709), will be in the following manner and sequence: The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG. The SECOND area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees. The THIRD area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible. The FOURTH area of consideration will be applicants willing to become T32 Dual Status Technicians and gain ILNG membership. The FIFTH area of consideration will be U.S. Citizens. Military Grades: Enlisted Only - Minimum rank requirement of SSgt & May not exceed the rank of MSgt. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-09 Level - MUST possess specialized experience which includes 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. GS-07 Level - MUST possess specialized experience which includes 1-year specialized experience, education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Must have experience, education, or training involving knowledge of organizations and their functions in logistical support. Experience integrating actions of support activities to meet program goals. Experience working with people from various levels and backgrounds to elicit their cooperation to perform specific tasks and comply with regulations, laws, or practices. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12846121 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Application Deadline: 2026-12-09