Job Listing: Inventory Management Specialist, GS-2010-13

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This is a TERM position NOT TO EXCEED 14 February 2010.

Position Summary:   Analyzes supply data utilizing information retrieved from EXPRESS (D087X) and other Air Force data systems, provides associated support to these data systems, and develops metrics from data analysis.

Major Duties

LOCATION: 



Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command 

401 Supply Chain Management Squadron

Stockage and Requirements Determination Flight


Wright-Patterson AFB OH


 
MAJOR DUTIES:  
Serves as technical expert responsible for extraction, collection and analysis of data used in developing metrics to support worldwide requirements for Air Force recoverable and consumable items.   Supports the development and interpretation of metrics affecting the Air Force supply chain; provides expertise in extracting relevant data from EXPRESS and other Air Force data systems using techniques such as Structured Query Language and Access for metric development and analyze the metrics for impact on customer support.   Develops system interfaces and provides guidance to the developing activities in support of existing data system problem areas and new system developments.   Initiates and performs special projects and in-depth technical studies for the management analysis, development and improvement of inventory management functions in relationship to repair and distribution prioritization and repair execution.   Prepares and delivers oral presentations, training sessions, consultations and strategy sessions with other staff service functions to secure cooperation, resolve issues and convey information.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes both of the following parts:

1.      Your responses to the Qualifications Questionnaire, and

2.      Your résumé and any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.

 

Use Application Manager for convenience and quickest processing. Track your progress to a Complete Application Package using the My Application Packages checklist and status displays in Application Manager. Your Application Package status must be Complete by 11:59PM Eastern Standard Time on Friday, July 25, 2008.

 

Option A:  Application Manager

To begin, choose one of these options:

·         If your résumé is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, you begin the process by clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your résumé will be attached only to the Application Package you complete and submit immediately after you click the Apply Online button for this job announcement, not to any Application Packages you may already have created.

·         If your résumé is going to be one you prepared outside of USAJOBS Résumé Builder, click this link to begin the process:  Online Questionnaire.

 

To return to Application Manager at any time, use whichever one of the links  you used to begin as described above, or simply go to https://ApplicationManager.org.

 

 

Option B:  Paper Qualifications Questionnaire

If it is not possible for you to use Application Manager, you can write your answers on paper.  Follow these steps:

1.      You can print a copy of this job announcement so that you can read the questions offline.

2.      Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You can obtain the form at this URL http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf or by calling USAJOBS by Phone at (703) 724-1850; after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.

3.      You may submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and any supporting documents by fax.

·         By Fax: If you are faxing a Form 1203-FX, do not use a separate cover sheet. Simply make sure the Form 1203-FX is on top of any other documents you are faxing. If you are faxing any documents without the Form 1203-FX on top, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly.  The fax number is 1-478-757-3144.  Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.

Instructions for completing the paper Qualifications Questionnaire: 

If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Qualifications Questionnaire method, you will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.  You are encouraged to complete the Qualifications Questionnaire and submit your documentation using the Online method since it is the most efficient way to process your application. The method that we highly recommend is outlined under "OPTION A."  

Social Security Number

Enter your Social Security Number in the space indicated.

Your Social Security Number is requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. Failure to provide your Social Security Number on your application materials, will result in your application not being processed.

Vacancy Identification Number

The Vacancy Identification Number is: RI201572

1. Title of Job

Inventory Management Specialist, GS-2010-13

2. Biographic Data

3. E-Mail Address

In order to obtain a status of your application, you must provide an email address in the space provided: 
4. Work Information

5. Employment Availability

Have you ever received a Voluntary Separation Incentive?  If yes, when? (MM/DD/YYYY)

6. Citizenship

Are you a citizen of the United States?
7. Background Information

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8. Other Information

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9. Languages

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10. Lowest Grade

If not already selected, please indicate your lowest acceptable pay plan, grade level, or pay band:

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11. Miscellaneous Information

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12. Special Knowledge

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13. Test Location

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14. Veteran Preference Claim

15. Dates of Active Duty - Military Service

These dates are required if you have claimed Veterans' Preference unless you have claimed derived Preference (i.e., widows, spouse, etc.)

Please use this format: (mm/dd/yyyy)

16. Availability Date

If other than immediate, please indicate the date that you are available to begin working: (MM/DD/YYYY)

17. Service Computation Date

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18. Other Date Information

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19. Job Preference

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20. Occupational Specialties

The occupational specialty will be selected for you if there is only one, otherwise, select/enter at least one occupational specialty code for this position.
The specialty code for this position is:

001 Inventory Management
21. Geographic Availability

The geographic location code will be selected for you if there is only one, otherwise, select/enter at least one geographic location in which you are interested and will accept employment.
The location code for this position is:

0280 Dayton Metro area, OH
22. Transition Assistance Plan

23. Job Related Experience

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.

24. Personal Background Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.

25. Occupational/Assessment Questions:

Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the federal service.  Specialized experience is experience using governing supply chain function policies that includes repair and distribution prioritization, techniques used to compute repair priorities, and data collection analysis for effective metric development / measures, such those used in Department of Defense and Air Force.  Knowledge of techniques used to measure supply chain effectiveness and customer support; skill in techniques used to extract data computer systems to generate measures of support to supply chain customers, such as EXPRESS and other Air Force data systems.

1. I have at least one year of specialized experience as stated above.

A. Yes
B. No

Based on your answer to the question above, please provide specific details of your experience (e.g., specific dates of employment and a DETAILED description of your experience) and/or education as it relates to this requirement.  PLEASE DO NOT CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME. This is your opportunity to expand on your experience outlined in your resume and failure to provide this information can result in an adjustment of your rating.

For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.

A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.

2. Recommend policies and procedures to enhance customer support.

3. Implement new policies and supply chain strategies.

4. Plan, manage and develop system interfaces and provide guidance to the developing activity in support of existing data system problem areas, as well as new system development.

5. Develop policy, processes and procedures for the computation of worldwide requirements for recoverable and consumable items and all data systems which automate and execute these policies and procedures.

6. Establish policy and procedures for establishing command inventory levels and prepare the Supply System Inventory Report to Congress.

7. Extract and collect data from numerous sources supporting Execution and Prioritization of Repair Support System operations.

8. Perform data queries and analysis of results of Execution and Prioritization of Repair Support System processing, along with data from interfacing systems using techniques such as Structured Query Language and Access.

9. Extract relevant data and use data in development of metrics.

10. Develop and report spares requirements metrics relating to supply performance of the supply management portion of the Sustainment Mission Area to higher headquarters.

11. Develop the Mission Capability hour and customer wait time targets and determine if the approved funding will enable the targets to be met.

12. Participate in cross-functional groups which develop metrics and analyze the metrics for their impact on customer support.

13. Coordinate, report and communicate metrics updates and results of analysis projects, including the documentation of data analysis and research, the development of reports, background papers, briefings and studies based on results of research and analysis.

14. Initiate and perform special projects and in-depth technical studies for the management analysis, development and improvement of inventory management functions as they relate to the item requirements determination process.

15. Develop functional requirements for development, modification and maintenance of a variety of spares requirements data systems.

16. Manage Requirements Interface Process Improvement Team

17. Provide guidance and direction on matters pertaining to inventory management and command policies.

18. Prepare, present, defend and interpret staff studies to leadership and/or other management officials.

19. Develop and present to senior level officials proposed long range plans and identify deviations to current programmatic cost, schedule and performance baselines.

20. Prepare detailed written reports, assessments and briefs to Headquarters staff and higher level commands utilizing standard office automation applications and standard office equipment and peripherals (i.e. computers, printers and scanners).

21. Ensure correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization and format to accurately prepare and edit written correspondence and reports.

22. Research, review, interpret and evaluate data in order to produce accurate and timely reports.

Required Documents:

For this job announcement the following documents are required:  

Resume
Online Application (Questionnaire)
Veterans Preference documentation, if you are applying for Veteran's Preference 

ALL applicants, including current Air Force and Federal employees, are required to apply and submit the required supporting documents, i.e. transcripts, DD 214, certifications, etc. required for all positions for which they apply.  We WILL NOT review Career Briefs or Official Personnel Folders for current Air Force employees.

Your resume, or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically through the Application Manager.  Electronic submission is the quickest and easiest option. Please ensure that all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and at least your last four digits of your social security number.

Note: Please ensure that your resume contains the basic information outlined in the OF 612, Optional Application for Federal Employment:  http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of612.pdf

Submitting Documents

 

If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account https://applicationmanager.org for this vacancy announcement. Your documents will display under the Details tab in the Document area.

 

Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special cover page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the upload documents screen of Application Manager. Or, you may click this link http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.  

 

Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number RI201572
Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
You may submit multiple documents for the same vacancy announcement using one cover page.
Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.

 

Faxed documents submitted with missing information will not be processed. The following will prevent your documents from being processed: 

 

Not using the special cover page mentioned above.
Missing, incomplete, or invalid Vacancy Identification Number
Missing or incomplete Social Security Number or name

 

Note: If you have documents in your Application Manager account from a previous vacancy announcement they can be opened, copied and saved then reused as an upload file for this vacancy. Uploading your documents will speed the processing of your application for this announcement. 

COMPLETE APPLICATIONS, INCLUDING ALL ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT, Friday, July 25, 2008

Contact Information:
A team Specialist

Phone: (937)257-8305

Email: NOT_ACCEPTED@WPAFB.COM


Or write:
Civilian Personnel
DO NOT SEND any documentation to WPAFB
Dayton, OH 45433


What To Expect Next:

Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official via email. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.

The selecting official is not required to interview referred candidates, the selection may be based solely by review of the candidates resume, transcripts and supporting documents.