Summary You will serve as a Supply Technician of NAVSUP FLT LOGISTICS CNTR SAN DIEGO. Responsibilities You will conduct causative research investigations and analysis of unresolved inventory discrepancies, inventories of sensitive items, classified items. You will perform all duties related to identifying and correcting database imbalances through physical inventory, causative research, analysis, and initiating corrective actions. You will conduct extensive investigations to resolve inventory discrepancies to determine why they occurred and what corrective action is needed. You will physically count aviation material, recording counts utilizing manual and Automated Identification Technology (AIT) handheld devices. You will provide technical support, answer questions relative to items being surveyed, reinvestigate areas as required, and provide relevant data from precedential surveys. You will conduct Record Reconciliation location audits by reviewing warehouse bin locations of aviation material searching and comparing transactions in both the supply/maintenance system record ensuring location validity and synchronizing databases. You will recommend and initiate new or refinement of existing procedures, to improve stock record, inventory accuracy, Location Audits Program (LAP), and security of stocked material. You will maintain the Supply Discrepancy Report (SDR) program. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience performing Supply Technician work equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-06) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying a thorough knowledge of governing supply regulations, policies, procedures and instructions in order to perform complex assignments and conduct extensive searches for required information in order to resolve issues related to physical inventory and distribution, material requisitioning, receipt and issue control systems; I have experience utilizing various inventory methods, principles, and practices, in order to conduct investigations or technical studies about complex supply issues, and display the results in a meaningful format. I have experience and skill in interpreting and applying inventory guidelines, regulations, instructions, and policy statements, along with a knowledge and understanding of inventory locations. Experience using a variety of automated supply databases to conduct extensive and exhaustive research for all inbound/outbound materials, conduct Material Obligation Validations and preparation of SDRs and QDRs (e.g. Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (N-ERP), ALIS and NALCOMIS databases). Examples of specialized experience may include the following: 1) Assist in conducting research and analysis to determine the causes of unresolved inventory discrepancies; 2) Assist in making determinations and recommendations based on knowledge of local supply requirements to meet the customer needs; 3) Examine items received, notes overages, shortages or any damage in shipping and prepares detailed reports; 4) Maintain inventory records and perform physical inventories to ensure accuracy of records; 5) Process corrective ERP transactions and/or contact appropriate personnel for assistance in resolving pending transactions; and 6) Apply various quality control methods, principles, and practices, including sampling techniques and statistical analysis. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Education In lieu of general/specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: I have successfully completed one full year of graduate level education that is directly related to the position being filled. https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/ A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information. Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. During the application process you will have the option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf PPP Applicants: PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference: Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.