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GENERAL SUPPLY SPECIALIST

U.S. Army Sustainment Command

Department of the Army

Fresh

Location

Salary

$101,206 - $131,571

per year

Closes

April 10, 2026

GS-12 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves overseeing the management of ammunition and explosives at a military base in Alaska, including handling storage, distribution, shipping, and keeping accurate records to ensure safety and efficiency.

It also requires leading a team, planning resources, and making decisions on issuing supplies based on regulations and unit needs.

A good fit would be someone with experience in supply chain operations, especially in high-stakes environments like the military, who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable supervising others.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized experience at GS-11 level or equivalent, including inventory control using automated supply programs
  • Experience overseeing receipt, storage, issue, shipment, and accountability of ammunition and explosives per regulations
  • 52 weeks of federal service at GS-11 or equivalent within the last 52 weeks
  • Ability to supervise subordinates, assign work, set deadlines, and evaluate performance
  • Knowledge of safety and supply regulations for handling Class V supplies (ammunition, explosives, missiles)
  • Eligibility under specific employment authorities (e.g., disabled veterans, current DoD civilians, military spouses)

Full Job Description

About the Position: Manages the Ammunition Supply Point (ASP) and Ammunition Holding Area, which includes the receipt, storage, issue, shipment and accountability for the installation's Class V supplies (ammunition, explosives, missiles/rockets and residue).

Work operations are of such scope, volume and complexity that they are carried out in at least two separate organizational segments or groups controlled by subordinate supervisors and/or leaders.

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job.

You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected.

See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 People with Disabilities, Schedule A Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Reinstatement In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

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).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience GS12: One year of experience which includes maintaining inventory control through automated supply management programs; overseeing the receipt, storage, issue, shipment, and accountability of ammunition and explosives in accordance with supply and safety regulations.

This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the Federal service (GS-11).

Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).

Major Duties:

  • Determines resource requirements, materials, and the number of subordinates and the types of skill necessary to accomplish long-range work schedules.
  • Assigns and explains work requirements and operating instructions; sets deadlines; and establishes the sequence of work operations to be followed.
  • Approves/disapproves issue of ammunition considering such factors as mixed ammunition, vehicle suitability, accurate documentation completed, individual authorization, past history of the unit, and troop training dates.
  • Supervises and manages the Stock Account Section.
  • Reviews and analyzes work accomplishments, cost and use of subordinates to evaluate work progress, control costs and anticipate/avoid problems by recommending corrective action.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/28/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/28/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: IPA1-26-12924032 - MP