Logistics and Operations Supervisor #465

Full Job Description

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Logistics and Operations Supervisor.

The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date.

Late applications will not be accepted. Other Duties/ Responsibilities Serves as back-up to the Operations Manager in his/her absence.

Required Work Experience Five years progressively responsible experience in asset information systems or logistics management including at least three years of lead or supervisory experience.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.

Knowledge of modern procurement, inventory control, and asset management principles and practices.

Knowledge of modern methods of personnel management; knowledge of effective supervisory practices and processes.

Knowledge of office equipment, computers and relevant software/Web applications, and spreadsheets and databases. Ability to plan, supervise, assign and review the work of assigned staff.

Skill in monitoring expenses. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Senate staff, including managers, coworkers and subordinates.

Ability to respond to Senate office inquiries and complaints in a tactful, timely and courteous manner. Ability to communicate effectively.

This position may require the incumbent to be available for sudden recall in response to emergency events affecting the Senate campus/community, which may include after-hour or weekend work, and to potentially deploy to alternate sites in support of the Senate’s contingency operations.

Working Conditions Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S.

Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions.

In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate.

As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption.

In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. The U.S. Senate network cannot be taken offline for maintenance during the workday, or while the Senate is in session.

As such, maintenance windows may only occur at night, on weekends, and occasionally on holidays.

Employees who perform systems upgrades, maintenance, wiring, backups, support our alternate data centers will have schedules that include working nights, weekends, and holidays.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

The person in this position needs to occasionally move, bend, crawl, and stand for long durations. Frequently move boxes/ equipment weighing less than 50 pounds for various needs.

Work requires operation of powered industrial trucks (like forklift, pallet jacks, scissor lift etc.) Work requires employees to wear uniforms. Work exposes the employee to excessive noise.

Desired Qualifications Experience with supervising, training, evaluating and discipline of staff members. Ability to delegate assignments and manage projects in a timely manner.

Experience in writing and conducting employee performance evaluations, providing positive and constructive feedback, and implementing performance improvement plans to foster a positive and productive work environment.

Experience overseeing warehouse and distribution operations, including receiving, storage, staging, inventory control, and material movement.

Proficiency with inventory management or asset tracking systems and experience maintaining accurate inventory records and reporting.

Experience coordinating transportation and delivery operations, including scheduling drivers, routing deliveries, and managing service requests.

Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and operational demands in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge of workplace safety practices and warehouse safety standards, including safe material handling and equipment use.

Ability to analyze operational workflows and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, service quality, and resource utilization.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, vendors, support staff, management, and Senate offices.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools, including Excel for tracking and reporting operational data. Bachelor's degree preferred. Major Duties:

Plans, supervises, organizes and inspects all aspects of either the Logistics and Operations section or the Senate Support Facility.

Plans, assigns and reviews work of assigned staff; regulates and adjusts assignments in order to meet work demands and deadlines; trains and counsels staff; conducts performance evaluations of staff; approves leave.

Implements policies and procedures; implements criteria for evaluating section and operating effectiveness and efficiency; conducts studies of departmental operations to assess conformity with administrative policy and practices.

Assists in developing, managing, and monitoring the operating budget, including current year tracking and short- and long-range budget planning.

Maintains regular communications with subcontractors and on-site management company to ensure proper maintenance and operation of Senate Support Facility. Other duties as assigned.