LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY (NH-3)
Air Force Materiel Command
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH · $93k–$144k a year · Posted October 26, 2026
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About the job
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 serve as logistics management specialist, a key member of Air Force Materiel Command Supply Chain Management Team and resident Defense Property Accountability System (DPAS) Subject Matter Expert (SME).
Duties
Responsible for planning, developing, evaluating and providing recommendations relating to a broad mix of Logistics and Department of the Air Force Global Supply Chain Management functions. Develops goals, objectives, plans, and organizes projects to accomplish stated goals and objectives. Represents the organization to a variety of installation, functional area organizations, special task groups, integrated product teams (IPTs), meetings and briefings at the MAJCOM and DOD levels. Serves as the organizations representative and spokesperson in communicating program matters. Development of Self and Organization. Maintains current knowledge of events, technology and organizational policies and procedures which impact current responsibilities.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade 11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include theater shaping activities and serve as a logistics management specialist, executing and/or supporting life cycle management for assigned systems, programs, or projects across Air Force enterprise. Position will direct, develop, implement or function as part of logistics management operations within the scope of Set the Theater initiatives and future strategic logistics initiatives. Executing and/or supporting life cycle management for assigned systems, programs, orprojects across the Air Force enterprise. Being involved with theater shaping activities and serving as a logistics managementspecialist. Directing, developing, implementing, or functioning as part of logistics management operations within the scope of Set the Theater (StT) initiatives and future strategic logistics initiatives. 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. Knowledge of theories, principles and policies applicable to logistics and supply chain management planning, development and execution; sufficient to coordinate and integrate functions into a total, well structured, and viable program under peacetime and wartime conditions. 2. Knowledge of logistics concepts as they apply to Air Force Equipment Global Supply Chain Management specializations and functions. 3. Ability to plan organize and coordinate all or a portion of a logistics support project. 4. Ability to maintain good working relationships. 5. Ability to originate new ideas, projects, studies and methodologies. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ideal Candidate: Experience developing and executing various aspects of the Department of the Air Force Set the Theaters (StTs) Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPB&E) process. Experience leading and developing new theories and requirements for planning, managing, assessing, and coordinating sustainment health and processes for Prepositioning Materiel Capabilities (PMC) and War Reserve Materiel (WRM). Experience defining and overseeing Set the Theater integration and planning processes to identify critical areas that require higher-level review or action. Experience providing training to Department of the Air Force (DAF) members on applicable processes to support assigned systems, programs, or projects. Experience analyzing and deconflicting logistics-based battlespace management protocols to gain efficiency and effectiveness in preposition capabilities. Strong communication skills to liaise daily with enterprise stakeholders on assigned systems, programs, or projects. Experience serving as a key focal point for detailed planning, management, and coordination of life cycle logistics support in relation to customer requirements. Experience representing the organization and higher management echelons and providing current and future status information on assigned projects/programs, as required, in high level meetings and discussions with senior government officials, both within and outside the Department of the Air Force. Strong Action Officer abilities to process and staff packages to the AFMC/CC level and other external entities, SAF, and/or Department of State (DoS). DHA JOAs will be open for 120 days to fill like vacancies. 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 transcripts with 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.
How you will be evaluated
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements. Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.
How to apply
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 02/23/2027 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13101539 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Other information
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 most recent SF-50 noting position, grade, 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. This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.