Inventory Management Specialist

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This position is located in the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), Facilities Services Directorate (FSD). This position is in the Reservation Logistics Services (RLS) Branch, which manages moves, delivery, inventory, and surplus for OSD/WHS organizations in the National Capitol Region. RLS handles accountable government property, from furniture to bulk supplies, and provides oversight for two warehouse storage facilities. In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below. You may qualify at the GS-09 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal Service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) which has given me the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties related to this position. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) Assisting in the management of inventory, including ordering, receiving, storing, and issuing supplies and equipment; 2) Conducting basic inventory reconciliations and identifying discrepancies in inventory records; and 3) Applying basic inventory management principles and regulations to resolve common supply issues under direct supervision. -OR- Education: Have successfully completed master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. You may qualify at the GS-11 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal Service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) which has given me the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties related to this position. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) Independently managing and controlling a segment of inventory, including determining requirements, forecasting needs, and managing stock levels; 2) Analyzing and resolving discrepancies in inventory systems and making recommendations for process improvements; and 3) Interpreting and applying a wide range of supply regulations and procedures to manage inventory effectively and ensure compliance. -OR- Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. You may qualify at the GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal Service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) which has given me the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties related to this position. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) Serving as a senior specialist for integrated, life-cycle inventory management, including forecasting, procurement, distribution, and disposition of assets; 2) Planning, directing, and coordinating complex property management activities and resolving difficult issues in inventory management for a wide range of products and services; and 3) Developing and implementing new inventory policies and procedures and providing technical guidance and training to other supply personnel and customers. 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. All qualifications and education requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume. Your resume may not exceed two (2) pages. For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the duration of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration. Read more about what should I include in my federal resume at https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include

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