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Defense Logistics Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Pennsylvania
Salary
$63,940 - $83,119
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Base salary range: $46,479 - $60,424
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-7. Graduate study or significant experience.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves leading a team in managing the distribution and storage of supplies for the Defense Logistics Agency, ensuring efficient operations in warehouses and offices.
A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in supply chain logistics who can supervise staff, analyze distribution needs, and handle physical tasks like lifting and working in varied environments.
It's ideal for those who thrive in a structured military or government setting focused on supporting defense programs.
See below for important information regarding this job.
To Qualify for a Supervisory Supply Technician your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled.
To qualify at the GS-08 level, applicants must posses one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector.
Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off / closing date of the announcement.
Creditable specialized experience includes: Reviews distribution patterns, geographical location, pipeline time, transportation requirements and storage mission pattern and distributes or redistributes assets accordingly.
Experience in the administrative and technical nature of Distribution Supply Operations and Programs.
Education: As a general rule, education is not creditable above GS-05 for most positions covered by this standard; however, graduate education may be credited in those few instances where the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position.
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).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Physical Demands: Work is performed in office settings and warehouses.
Work requires standing on hard surfaces maintaining balance for extended periods of time. Requires bending, stooping, reaching and twisting in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
Frequently lifts and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds. Heavier items may lift greater weights with assistance from others or using materials handling equipment.
Must be capable of accomplishing emergency escape procedures from a captive aisle stock selector at heights of 40 feet.
Work Environment: The work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions such as working around moving parts, carts, or machines; exposure to adverse weather conditions; or exposure to irritant chemicals.
Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear, such as masks, coats, safety shoes, goggles, hearing protection and/or gloves. Major Duties:
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