Equipment Specialist (Electronic)
Library of Congress
Posted: March 5, 2026 (0 days ago)
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U.S. Air Force Academy
Department of the Air Force
Location
Salary
$76,650 - $99,650
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Base salary range: $51,332 - $66,732
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-8. Master's degree or 2 years graduate study.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves managing equipment and supplies for the U.S. Air Force Academy, ensuring everything runs smoothly by tracking inventory, solving supply issues, and following regulations.
A good fit would be someone with experience in logistics or supply chain who enjoys organizing resources and working independently in a military setting.
It's a mid-level role that requires problem-solving and clear communication.
The purpose of this position: Independently serves as the Equipment Management Officer for the UAF Academy equipment management operations.
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In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule, Administrative and Management Positions, General Supply Series 2001 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems.
Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of specialized methods and techniques to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of supply programs and/or operations.
Knowledge developed from extensive experience in one or more areas of supply operations or management programs.
The work requires the incumbent to analyze independently and resolve difficult issues and problems in the assigned area.
They develop guidance for applying supply policy, procedures, techniques, equipment and methods to a variety of work situations involving various degrees or levels of supply controls.
The incumbent must use their knowledge to recommend and consider several alternatives. OR EDUCATION: Ph.D.
or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.
NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. or LL.M., if related NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible.
One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.
NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
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.
Thorough knowledge of the Standard Air Force Supply System and related processes as well as governing supply regulations, procedures, instructions and supply functions, operations, program requirements, and work methods.
2. Knowledge of equipment management operations and inventory management systems, methods, and techniques to manage regulating or controlling the level and flow of equipment and supplies. 3.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply applicable reference material, such as supply regulations, manuals, catalogs, records, orders, etc., to accomplish tasks and resolve complex supply problems. 4.
Knowledge of proper contract evaluation methods to evaluate contract technical proposals. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing.
Ability to apply broad guidelines and concepts and initiale new or revised directives and policies for a MAJCOM/baselevel or similar type organization supply operation 6.
Ability to determine detailed requirements within available or allocated resources for funds, manpower, facilities, equipment, supplies, and services in support of program requirements.
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. Major Duties:
Develops plans and policy guidance to implement assigned programs and administers the Air Force Equipment Management System (AFEMS). Conducts management studies.
Conducts extensive searches for information pertaining to complex and/or unusual supply transactions and patterns. Serves as the Command Equipment Management Officer.
Controls command vehicle allocations, distribution, and final disposition; independently provides instructions to item managers to process vehicles for shipment, disposition, and rebuild/remanufacture on request; accurately maintains FY vehicle allocation records and assists in FY vehicle "priority buy preparation.
Provides full-range of services and Equipment Management support for all USAFA organizations.
Accomplishes various administrative and additional duties of a continuing or special assignment nature involving Flight programs.
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