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Job Description
The Logistics position serves as a member of the Missouri - 1 Disaster Medical Assistance Team (MO-1 DMAT). This position works for the Logistics Section. This position carries out a full range of logistics duties as assigned by the logistic section. This position reports to the Logistics Section Chief.
Job Description:- Coordinated with the Logistics Section Chief (LSC) to obtain necessary space for the MO - 1 DMAT response team’s operations.
- Identifies the appropriate source of supply and carries out the acquisition process as determined by the LSC.
- Contacts team personnel to determine the status of supplies and immediate needs to sustain acceptable level of effectiveness. Notes shortages and determines why they exist.
- Reports status of stock levels and shortages to the supervisor on a regular basis along with recommendations for corrective action and recommends possible substitutions.
- Sets up and ensures all facilities, services, and equipment are properly functioning.
- Prepares detailed status reports for the supervisor.
- Orders and receives equipment and supplies to meet anticipated needs in coordination with the LSC.
- Assures that equipment and supplies are safely secured and maintained in an acceptable state of readiness for immediate distribution and use.
- Prepares detailed status reports for the supervisor and assists with inventory and maintenance of team equipment and supplies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:- One year of specialized experience directly related to the MO - 1 DMAT position equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service.
- Experience in basic accounting, bookkeeping, and accounts payable/receivable practices.
- Completion of NIMS courses: ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, ICS-700 and ICS-800
Knowledge, Skill & Abilities:- Knowledge of the NIMS Incident Command System.
- Knowledge of other disaster response organizations and their missions, i.e., FEMA, Red Cross, Non-Governmental Organizations, etc. for the purpose of exchanging disaster-related information.
- Knowledge of the MO - 1 DMAT functions, operations, strategy, and safety considerations.
- Knowledge of the Federal Response Plan and the Missouri Emergency Operations Plan.
- Comprehensive knowledge of supply and warehouse management operations.
- Knowledge to provide the organization with analytical services that are applied in conducting studies to improve the effectiveness of logistics and supply management processes.
- Skill in critical thinking processes.
- Skill in oral and written communication in order to prepare briefings, present proposals and provide advice, guidance and assistance.
- Skill in dealing with people and organizations in a diplomatic manner.
- Ability to establish the necessary relationships with outside medical and mortuary services organizations in order to provide for efficient operations.
- Ability to keep abreast of developments both within the organization and in outside arenas affecting the organization as a whole (disaster medicine, public health, and disaster response/relief supply and equipment operations).
- Ability to use a computer to store, retrieve and compile data and prepare reports
- Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computer, scanner, calculator, copy machine, fax machine, telephone system, etc.
- Ability to effectively organize and plan during crisis situations.
Physical Requirements:- Occasional heavy lifting/moving patients and objects up to 80 lbs.
- Long periods of work without rest: up to 12 hours.
- Long periods of walking, standing, stooping, reaching, bending, etc. on uneven surfaces.
- Working in a variety of climatic conditions and extreme weather.
- Ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
- Ability to respond quickly to sounds.
- Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
- Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly for upwards of 12 hours.
- Ability to work in an austere environment.
If you have questions about this position please contact: DPS.HumanResources@dps.mo.gov
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. -
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