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SECURITY SPECIALIST (UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER)(T32)

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Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SECURITY SPECIALIST (UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER)(T32), Position Description Number D2163000 and is part of the AL 117TH Air Refueling Wing, National Guard.

ORGANIZATION: 117TH AIR REFUELING WING, BIRMINGHAM, AL

SELECTING OFFICIAL: CAPT B. SCOTT

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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SECURITY SPECIALIST (UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER)(T32), Position Description Number D2163000 and is part of the AL 117TH Air Refueling Wing, National Guard.

ORGANIZATION: 117TH AIR REFUELING WING, BIRMINGHAM, AL

SELECTING OFFICIAL: CAPT B. SCOTT

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Accepting applications

Posted today · Apply by 08/09/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 9, 2026

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Birmingham, AL

1 vacancy

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $62,344 - $81,052 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 9

Promotion potential None

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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Permanent - NON-MERIT

Occupations and job series

• 0080 Security Administration

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test Yes Security clearance Secret Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number AL-13002528-AF-26-193 Control number 876039200

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

National Guard and reserves

Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Clarification from the agency

Title 32 CAT 1- All on board Federal Employees/Technicians within the ALANG (T32 and T5, Permanent and Excepted Indefinite) CAT 2- Current Air DSG and Temporary Technicians within ALANG CAT 3- Applicants willing to become NG T32 DS Technicians and gain ALANG membership, all current federal employees, all U.S. Citizens

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1. Directs, obtains, maintains, and provides for proper usage of Security Forces equipment in order to meet unit objectives. Tracks operational and performance data on tools and equipment to provide feedback for appropriate activity. Directs repair of tools and equipment. Ensures timely calibration of equipment. Maintains liaison with interservice, Air Force, MAJCOM, and other agencies to ensure proper acquisition, use, and maintenance of major equipment items required to support the unit. Plans for the use of physical security equipment, ensuring the most efficient and economical combination of manpower and equipment. Implements DoD, USAF, and MAJCOM policies and plans. Coordinates, and monitors short and long term equipment requirements. Ensures personnel are properly trained on various types of security equipment in regards to operation, care, and maintenance. Reviews and analyzes equipment utilization and failure rates, repair and replacement costs, and technological advancements.

2. Manages SF equipment accounts. Requisitions all materials, equipment, and services necessary to support the function, to include self-help projects. Requires a high level of expertise and knowledge of specialized equipment and determines suitable substitutes. Monitors source allowances, validates requests, and processes documentation to procure equipment. Maintains and utilizes current federal supply catalogs, stock lists, GSA catalogs, cross-reference lists, commercial manufacturers parts lists, and catalogs. Performs research to identify items by stock number or stock class, part number, item specifications, quantity, availability, recommends source of procurement, unit price, total cost, and sole source justification, as applicable. Responsible for CA/CRL, Open Verification Library (OVL) local stock processes. Monitors, controls, and manages computerized status files concerning tools, equipment, and materials on order. Performs quality assurance by reviewing management data to ensure materials and tools are returned in a timely manner.

3. Performs trend analysis of past utilization of supplies and other materials to identify and determine future requirements. Records expenditures and maintains current on-hand balances. Provides financial accounting data to the Resource Advisor. Provides unfunded requirements and FINPLAN recommendations. Acts as the alternate Resource Advisor.

4. Manages and directs programs in support of SF deployment requirements. As the Unit Deployment Manager, serves as the primary point of contact between deployment work centers for all deployable assets. Establishes a mobility bag management program. Ensures all shelf life items are current. Serves as a representative at conferences, working groups, and meetings dealing with deployment, equipment, and reviews. Compiles and reports SF Status of Resources and Training System (SORTS), Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS) and Air Expeditionary Forces Reporting Tool (ART) data. Responsible for providing SORTS, ART and DRRS briefings to wing and squadron commanders. This position is the primary SORTs, DRRS, and ART monitor.

5. Coordinates movement of equipment and material by all modes of transportation. Manages the Material Safety data Sheet master file. Ensures hazardous and sensitive materials or equipment are properly stored, labeled, and proper disposal procedures are followed. Ensures safety equipment is on hand and serviceable.

6. Operates and manages SF storage facilities, to include geographically separated units and training sites. Reports material status of work order and job order requirements. Develops and manages a program to ensure material and tool discipline is maintained in all SF cost centers. Searches files to determine stock replenishment levels for bench and shop stock for centrally controlled supplies and other materials within funding limitations. Provides advice to supervisor on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment.

7. Performs vehicle control responsibilities. Determines vehicle requirements, monitors vehicle status and training programs and reports and investigates incidents. Attends vehicle authorization and utilization board meeting. Manages and coordinates the vehicle maintenance and assignment program. Supervises the assignment and care of assigned and leased vehicles. Oversees the development of justification for new vehicles and the retention of existing ones.

8. Provides munitions forecasting data for SF requirements in coordination with the NCOIC of Combat Arms.

9. Performs and enforces the full range of SF duties within the military installation. Apprehends and detains violators of laws, rules, and regulations and turns them over to the Federal, civil police, or other law enforcement officers for arrest and posting of collateral.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

PLEASE CONTACT HRO FOR COMPLETE POSITION DESCRIPTION.

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Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Air National Guard recruiter at (800) 864-6264 prior to applying for this position.

MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: A1C

MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: MSGT

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately. Able to apply procedures and directives by reading and interpreting technical material. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, using presentation and report formats. Demonstrated ability to follow directions, to read, understand, and retain a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures. Learned ability to assess the surrounding environment to recognize immediate risk levels. Must have the education and validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade for one of the seven organizational program disciplines and its applicable Security Series career.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year equivalent to at least GS-7.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• • Knowledge of logistics management principles, organizational theory, and techniques of analysis and evaluation. Knowledge of standardized logistics practices and procedures to conduct studies to identify, analyze, and recommend solutions to problems in structure, staffing, procedures, work processes or workload distribution.
• • Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of program related issues and problems.
• • Knowledge of supply regulations and directives sufficient to establish organizational logistics management policies and procedures.
• • Knowledge of required logistical actions sufficient to develop and maintain training support and deployment plans.
• • Knowledge of local supply and SF requirements to ensure support for materials.
• • Knowledge of the operational aspects of the organization sufficient to advise senior leadership of actions necessary to sustain or improve the logistical posture of the organization.
• • Knowledge of logistics accountability sufficient to monitor, review, and inspect logistical requests, receipts, and pending transactions in accordance with command supply and maintenance discipline programs.
• • Knowledge of one or more automated supply databases to retrieve, review, and analyze logistical data on an ad-hoc basis or through recurring and specialized reports.
• • Knowledge of logistical readiness factors and the effects that equipment availability, serviceability, and compatibility have on the overall logistics readiness of the organization.
• • Knowledge of budgetary procedures and limitations sufficient to advise senior leadership on prioritization, develop an obligation and execution plan, and to monitor requisitions and ensure availability of funds in accordance with command priorities.
• • Knowledge of logistical requirements sufficient to plan support for organizational training, deployment, physical security, and strength maintenance activities and requirements.
• • Knowledge of munitions forecasting in accordance with major command guidance.
• • Knowledge of SF tools and special deployable assets.
• • Knowledge of SF SORTS reporting requirements. Certified to train personnel in the operation of special purpose vehicles.
• • Knowledge of SF procedures and operating methods to perform the full range of SF activities independently to include protection level resources, installation entry control, armed response and dispatch.
• • Knowledge of communication devices and etiquette.
• • Knowledge of various aircraft loading requirements.
• • Knowledge and understanding of Air force, National Guard, and gaining command organizational structure, missions and responsibilities.

Education

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

masters 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 must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

This position may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive for up to 25%. All incentives must be approved prior to the employee in processing.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

2. Other supporting documents: SF-50s, transcripts and DD 214s are recommended, but not required.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13002528

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

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Agency contact information

Capt Bradley Scott

Phone 778-2208 Email bradley.scott.13@us.af.mil Address AL 117TH Air Refueling Wing

5401 East lake blvd

Birmingham, AL 35217-3595

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

2. Other supporting documents: SF-50s, transcripts and DD 214s are recommended, but not required.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13002528

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

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Agency contact information

Capt Bradley Scott

Phone 778-2208 Email bradley.scott.13@us.af.mil Address AL 117TH Air Refueling Wing

5401 East lake blvd

Birmingham, AL 35217-3595

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

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Agency contact information

Capt Bradley Scott

Phone 778-2208 Email bradley.scott.13@us.af.mil Address AL 117TH Air Refueling Wing

5401 East lake blvd

Birmingham, AL 35217-3595

US

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Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SECURITY SPECIALIST (UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER)(T32), Position Description Number D2163000 and is part of the AL 117TH Air Refueling Wing, National Guard.

ORGANIZATION: 117TH AIR REFUELING WING, BIRMINGHAM, AL

SELECTING OFFICIAL: CAPT B. SCOTT

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Posted today · Apply by 08/09/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 9, 2026

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Birmingham, AL

1 vacancy

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $62,344 - $81,052 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 9

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Permanent - NON-MERIT

Occupations and job series

• 0080 Security Administration

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test Yes Security clearance Secret Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number AL-13002528-AF-26-193 Control number 876039200

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