Logistics Management Specialist

Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Sustainment Division, located in Washington, DC. Additional selections may be made to include other organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.

Joining Customs & Border Protection (CBP) will allow you to utilize your expertise planning, coordinating, and evaluating logistical requirements crucial for Life Cycle Logistics (LCL) Management of major acquisition program. This position starts at a salary of $121,785.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $158,322.00 (GS-13, Step 10). Apply for this exciting opportunity to strengthen the Department's ability to perform homeland security functions by translating data and interpreting program requirements to develop specialized logistics support concepts, achieve sustainment outcomes, and formulate comprehensive short and long-range support plans to ensure the operational readiness of CBP assets and missions. GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table. Some positions fall under a special pay rate depending on the series, grade level and location of the position. Please visit this link to view special pay rate charts. In this Management and Program Analyst position you will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals involved in serving as the principal logistics integrator and subject matter expert, responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive logistics management strategies across the entire acquisition and sustainment lifecycle for critical agency programs and assets; orchestrating all Integrated Product Support (IPS) elements, performing root-cause analysis, mitigating complex logistical risks such as supply chain bottlenecks and obsolescence, and ensuring optimal operational readiness and cost effective sustainment solutions; providing expert strategic advisory services; translates technical and regulatory requirements into actionable logistics plans, and fosters seamless coordination among diverse stakeholders to ensure successful program execution and mission support. Typical Work assignments include: Drafting and updating the LCSP, ensuring all 12 IPS elements are fully integrated. This involves a comprehensive approach to managing the full spectrum of logistics activities, from the initial design phase through system disposal, with a focus on Cost Wise Readiness (CWR) initiatives. Translating complex design specifications into actionable logistics requirements and identifying supply chain bottlenecks by analyzing vendor lead-time data, initiating 'Life of Type' (LOT) procurement strategies to mitigate obsolescence risks and prevent operational gaps. Drafting Statements of Work (SOWs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) that define stringent availability metrics for advanced systems like Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Facilitating communication and collaboration between various CBP programs, operational components, and outside entities (including other DHS components, industry partners, and government agencies), and ensuring that leadership is fully informed of program status, potential risks, and the profound impact of logistics decisions on the overall mission. Preparing and delivering compelling formal briefings to senior executive staff, high-level committees, and external stakeholders.

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below) All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English You may be required to pass a background investigation CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures. As an employee of CBP, you will be joining a workforce that is dedicated to accomplishing our mission while maintaining the trust of our Nation by strictly adhering to all government ethics standards. Your conduct will be subject to the ethics rules applicable to all Executive Branch employees, and to CBP employees specifically, as well as the criminal conflict of interest statutes. Once you enter on duty, these rules include obtaining approval for outside employment or business activity, to ensure such employment or business activity is not prohibited and does not interfere or conflict with performance of your official duties. Please review further details via the following link. DHS uses E-Verify, an internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities. Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the National Treasury Employees Unions - NTEU. For local chapter contact information see Chapter Websites - National Treasury Employees Union - NTEU

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