Supply Technician (Fire Support)

Department of Agriculture

East Wenatchee, Washington Full-time $45,409 – $65,599 Closes Jun 28, 2026

Summary

This position is located within a National Interagency Support Cache (NISC). This position provides administrative assistance and support for supplies and equipment at a NISC and involves supply management, database utilization and document processing for considerable amounts of property and supplies. For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Chad Long at chad.r.long@usda.gov, or Colleen Kingsbury at colleen.kingsbury@usda.gov.

Duties

  • Duties listed are at the full performance GS-07 level.
  • Maintains supplies, equipment, and electronic systems used to track a variety of supply inventory for all phases of the National Interagency Support Cache (NISC) activities.
  • Provides management oversight, leadership, and employee training in the application of the Interagency Cache Business System (ICBS) utilized within the NISC.
  • Performs extensive searches for required information pertaining to complex and/or unusual supply transaction assignments in support of all levels of Cache operations.
  • Maintains, prepares, and records all accounts and records for material handling functions and ensures compliance with all applicable material handling policies, regulations, and procedures.
  • Conducts a wide variety of supply database transactions and operations using the “closed loop” inventory management system.
  • Performs administrative office support functions and maintains cooperative working relationships with team members, related functions, and operating officials.
  • Purchases a wide range of supplies, services, materials, and equipment using a variety of recognized service agreements or contracts.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.

Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Education

See above for education that may be qualifying for the specific grade level.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated in accordance with the category rating procedure as defined in the USDA Demonstration Project Plan. Applicants who meet the basic minimum qualification requirements established for the position will be placed in the Eligible category. You will be further evaluated against criteria for placement in the Quality category. This evaluation is based on the level of your experience, education, and/or training as determined by your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire.

Individuals with veterans’ preference are listed ahead of applicants who do not have veterans’ preference within each category. Note: If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may be found ineligible. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

Providing inaccurate information on Federal documents could be grounds for non-selection or disciplinary action up to including removal from the Federal service. To view the application form, visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12978240

Required Documents

  • The following documents are required for your applicant package to be complete.
  • Encrypted documents will not be accepted.
  • Failure to submit required, legible documents may result in loss of consideration.
  • Resume that includes: Personal Information: name, address, contact information; Education; Work Experience related to this position as described in the major duties including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; title, series, grade (if applicable); other qualifications.
  • Resume cannot exceed 2 pages.
  • If education is required or you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts.
  • An unofficial copy is sufficient with the application if it includes your name and the necessary course information; however, if you are selected, you will be required to submit official transcripts prior to entering on duty.
  • Education must have been successfully obtained from an accredited school, college or university.
  • If any education was completed at a foreign institute, you must submit with your application evidence that the institute was appropriately accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S.
  • Department of Education as equivalent to U.S. education standards.
  • There are private organizations that specialize in this evaluation and a fee is normally associated with this service.
  • For a list of private organizations that evaluate education, visit the NACES website.
  • All transcripts must be in English or include an English translation.
  • If claiming veteran's preference, you must submit a DD214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions.
  • If currently on active duty you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted.
  • Veteran's preference must be verified prior to appointment.
  • Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) submitted.
  • If claiming 10-point veteran's preference you must provide the DD214 or certification requirements (see above bullet), plus the proof of entitlement of this preference as listed on the SF-15 Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference.
  • The SF-15 should be included but is not required.
  • Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference.
  • For more information on veterans' preference visit FedsHireVets.
  • Surplus or displaced employees eligible for CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP priority must provide: proof of eligibility (RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for declining a transfer of function or directed reassignment to another commuting area, notice of disability annuity termination), SF-50 documenting separation (as applicable), current performance appraisal with rating of at least "Fully Successful" or equivalent, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with your application per 5 CFR 330.

About this role

The Supply Technician (Fire Support) position with the Department of Agriculture is based in East Wenatchee, Washington. This position is located within a National Interagency Support Cache (NISC). The role pays $45,409 to $65,599 per year.

Day to day, the work involves duties listed are at the full performance GS-07 level. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.

Who should apply

This role calls for United States citizenship, the ability to obtain and hold a security clearance, and the relevant certifications named in the posting. It is graded at GS-07, which sets both the pay band and the experience reviewers expect you to document. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Supply Technician (Fire Support) position with the Department of Agriculture in East Wenatchee, Washington, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.

How competitive it is

The posted pay of $45,409 to $65,599 per year places this in a competitive but attainable range for qualified applicants. The security clearance requirement means a longer hiring timeline, so patience and an early application help. Based in East Wenatchee, Washington, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on June 28, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.

This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.

Job Details

Department Department of Agriculture
Job Type Full-time
Location East Wenatchee, Washington
Salary $45,409 – $65,599
Pay Period Per Year
Closing Date Jun 28, 2026
Posted Jun 18, 2026
Source ID 26-EHT-FIRENC3-FS5373-67DP
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