Navy COOL Summary - LS-Logistics Specialist

LS-Logistics Specialist. LS-Logistics Specialist. Rating Description. Logistics Specialist (LS) will order, receive, inspect, stow, preserve, package, ship, and issue materials and cargo. Supervise, organize, and establish or disestablish Navy post offices and perform postal counterwork, including sale of stamps and money orders. Process incoming and outgoing mail; route mail, maintain a mail directory, process official mail, maintain security of postal effects and mail matter, process claims and inquiries, and prepare and file postal correspondence, records and reports. Account for government materials, prepare and maintain required forms, records, correspondence, reports, and files. For more detailed information, see the Rating Information Card . There are 5 credentials closely related to the tasks performed in this Rating that may be attainable as soon as Class "A" technical school has been completed. Sailors can take advantage of these credentialing opportunities shortly following their initial training. Select " The following civilian credentials are related to LS-Logistics Specialist. These credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these credentials, click on the credential title below. For more supervisory and managerial credentials, please refer to the Leader (All enlisted E-4 and above) Collateral Duty page. State Licensure. Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor. For more supervisory and managerial occupations, please refer to the Leader (All enlisted E-4 and above) Collateral Duty page. Apprenticeship. The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) is a formal military training program that provides active duty and Full Time Support (FTS) Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Service members the opportunity to improve their job skills and to complete their civilian apprenticeship requirements while they are on active duty. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides the nationally recognized "Certificate of Completion" upon program completion. USCG (NMC) Credentialing. If you are interested in pursuing a career as a civilian mariner when you separate from the military, employment in the Maritime Industry as either a civil service mariner (CIVMAR) or as a Merchant Mariner in the shipping industry, you will likely need to attain credentials from the US Coast Guard through the National Maritime Center (NMC). The two general types of credentials issued to US mariners corresponding to the two fleet types are: Some Deck functions currently in relatively high demand are highlighted in the Civilian Mariner Careers tab in the Related Occupations section on this page. To determine if your military or civilian training courses have been reviewed and accepted by the USCG National Maritime Center (NMC) for credit towards credentialing standards, review the approved course listings. Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circulars (NVIC) provide detailed guidance about the enforcement or compliance with a certain federal marine safety regulations and Coast Guard marine safety programs. Click here to learn move about NVICs. The Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) assessments listed below are specifically related to training and experience certification of applicants as is required for Standard of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) credentials. A US Navy E5 or above who is approved by the commanding officer to sign off on equivalent level assessments, i.e. – Navy PQS, may sign off the NVIC STCW assessments for an applicant pursuing STCW credentials. The STCW NVICs included in this section contain examples of forms showing the PQS and Navy training references in parenthesis for an applicant and the qualified assessor to reference. Below the examples are links to blank NVIC forms that you can print as the official source document, to be initialed and signed by the assessor in the appropriate spaces, and then submitted in the application package to the National Maritime Center. Click the items below to view the applicable links for the PDF files related to your Navy Rating and related STCW. Record of Assessment for STCW – Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (RFPNW) Step 1: General Items Obtain a TWIC card. Navy Sailors can use the US Navy Vessel Information document and their own sea service record to complete the sea service letter requirement for inclusion in the application package. Sailors might find it helpful to refer to these blank sample letters or this complete Navy sample letter as they complete their sea service letter. For more detailed information on the application process go to the Mariner Credential Application Process website or follow the instructions in the Obtaining a Merchant Mariner Credential brochure. For more detailed information on mariner credentialing, go to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 46, Chapter 1, Subchapter B, Part 10 "Licensing of Maritime Personnel". Review both Chapter 1 Part 10 for Licensing of Maritime Personnel, and Chapter 1, Part 12 for Certification of Seamen for additional guidance on how to obtain a USCG credential. Summary of Credentialing Process - "Mariner Credentialing" article, USCG Proceedings Fall 2008: 20-23 General Information on Mariner Credentialing - US Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Licensing and Documentation Applicability of Military Service Towards Merchant Mariner’s Documents - USCG Marine Safety Manual, Chapter 2 Other General Information - The following links are helpful in obtaining additional information on Merchant Marine Examinations/Assessments, Merchant Marine Documentation, Merchant Marine/STCW Credentialing, and Merchant Marine Credential Fees: Guide for Administration of Merchant Marine Examinations (Deck and Engineering Guide) Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) & STCW Certifications for Unlicensed Personnel Merchant Marine Credential Fees Frequently Asked Questions U.S. Navy Vessel Information - Navy Sailors can reference this chart for details on Ship Type, Name, Hull number, Ship Class, GRI ITC Tonnage, GRT Tonnage, Horsepower, and Propulsion Type. Sea Service Letter - Navy Sailors can use the Navy Vessel Information link above to complete the sea service letter requirement. Civilian Mariner Career Information - For more information on mariner careers and employment opportunities in either government, civilian mariner service or the Merchant Marine Service see the Civilian Mariner Careers tab in the Related Occupations section on this page. Related Civilian Occupations. The following civilian occupations are similar to the duties performed by LS-Logistics Specialist. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below. For more supervisory and managerial positions, please refer to the Leader (All enlisted E-4 and above) Collateral Duty page. To search for related civilian job opportunities, go to the Veteran's Employment Center. Related Federal Occupations. The following federal occupations are similar to LS-Logistics Specialist. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below. Related Military Sealift Command Occupations. The following Military Sealift Command jobs are similar to LS-Logistics Specialist. For more information, click on the links below. For information on how to attain a United States Coast Guard (USCG) credential through the National Maritime Center (NMC), see the USCG (NMC) Credentialing tab in the Related Credentials section of this page. Civilian Mariner Careers. Active Duty and Reserve U.S. military personnel can explore the wide range of post-service career opportunities for civilian mariners within the maritime industry. The two primary employment sectors for civilian mariners are government and commercial industry, described below in the "Military Sealift Command (MSC)" section and the "Merchant Marine Industry" section. For detailed information about mariner careers, USCG credentialing requirements, and how to apply for USCG credentials through the National Maritime Center (NMC), U.S. Navy personnel can review the Blueprint to Mariner document to learn about funding opportunties. U.S. Army personnel should contact the U.S. Army Transportation School, Maritime and Intermodal Training Department (MQD) in Buildling 461, Ft Eustis, VA or call 757-878-6337 for more information. Another way to serve as a civilian mariner outside of government service is as a US Merchant Marine. The merchant mariner industry consists of privately-owned, US registered merchant ships and a variety of towing, offshore supply, and passenger vessels which provide waterborne transportation for passengers and cargoes moving in domestic and international commerce. Primary shipboard employment categories include deep sea, Great Lakes, towing and barges, inland and coastal waters, passenger vessels, and offshore and mineral operations. Other areas of employment in the maritime industry include shipbuilding and repair, longshoring (cargo handling), port terminal administration, and intermodal logistics. General information about the maritime industry can be found in the Maritime Careers Brochure and the Maritime Careers Resources Guide. The Maritime Industry website also includes numerous informative links to maritime companies, schools, and seaports. Specific Deck functions currently in demand include: Electronics Technician (ET) An electronics technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair and management of sophisticated electronic equipment, including: command and control systems; shipboard weapons; guidance and fire-control systems; communications receivers and transmitters; data and voice encryption equipment; navigation and search radar; tactical electronic detection systems; and electronic navigation equipment. For applicable entry level credential checklist information, see the USCG National Maritime Center website. Go to the "Renewal/Entry/Duplicate" tab and select "National Entry Level Ratings" from the dropdown. Storekeepers are responsible for: performing all supply department functions assigned; directives and program specific directives; maintenance records; correspondence, reports, and returns; material identification for both government and commercial items; material expenditures, shipments, and surveys; processing Material Requirements External (MRE) transactions, which include logging onto the data system, processing customer requirements, issuing for own ship's use and completing transactions via warehouse processing. For applicable entry level credential checklist information, see the USCG National Maritime Center website. Go to the "Renewal/Entry/Duplicate" tab and select "National Entry Level Ratings" from the dropdown. Medical Department Representatives (MDR) are: responsible for the health of all embarked personnel aboard the vessel; act as the vessel’s agent in all aspects of health, including health care, preventative medicine, environmental health, occupational health and medical administration; trained as a Professional Nurse, Physician Assistant, or Hospital Corpsman with IDC Endorsement. For the MDR license checklist information, see the USCG National Maritime Center website. Go to the "Deck Officers" tab and select "National Staff Officers" in the "National Officer Endorsements (licensed) for Deck" dropdown. Culinary professionals are responsible for: efficient operation of the galley/kitchen; progressive cooking techniques, menu development, and healthy recipe preparation; using the Armed Forces Recipe Service and local recipes and instructions; safely operating various food service equipment and instruments; following health and sanitation protocols associated with food service storing, use of leftovers and unused portions, thawing frozen foods, and other food safety procedures; maintaining inventory of galley equipment and utensils, and reporting discrepancies. For applicable entry level credential checklist information, see the USCG National Maritime Center website. Go to the "Renewal/Entry/Duplicate" tab and select "National Entry Level Ratings" from the dropdown. Employment in the maritime industry as either a Military Sealift Command civil service mariner (CIVMAR) or a merchant mariner requires credentialing from the US Coast Guard through the National Maritime Center. Enlisted Active Duty and Reserve US Navy personnel in eligible ratings may have the credentialing fees and exams funded via Navy COOL. See the USCG Credentialing tab in the Related Credentials section of this page for more details about how to attain USCG credentials related to your Navy Rating or Collateral Duty. There are numerous other good sources of information about career opportunities within the Military Sealift Command (MSC) and the US Merchant Marine industry. You can learn more at the following links: Military to Mariner page maintained by the United States Maritime Administration (MARAD) There are also career opportunities available for prior military as civilian mariners in the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Voluntary Education. In addition to obtaining certifications in your field, voluntary education is another way to enhance job performance. Options for voluntary education include: For help in making informed choices on schools and education programs when using tuition assistance, see: Navy Learning Center Recommended Degrees for LS-Logistics Specialist. The following occupational-related degrees are recommended by the Navy Learning Center and are listed in the Navy Learning and Development Roadmap (LaDR) for LS. Recommended Associate Degrees. Accounting Business Finance Human Services Liberal Studies Logistics Management Marketing Public Administration. Recommended Bachelor/Master Degrees. Accounting Business Finance Human Services Liberal Studies Logistics Management Marketing Public Administration. Collateral Duty / Out of Rate Assignments. Navy collateral duties/out of rate assignments play a vital role in the day-to-day operations and duties that Officers and Enlisted Sailors perform. Certifications and licenses are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments, so please go to the Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments search feature and explore more opportunities to get certified (click "Find" on the side of this page, go to the "Enlisted Search" section, then use the "- Select Collateral Duty -" drop-down list). - ACTIVE DUTY/FTS. - ACTIVE DUTY/FTS. - ACTIVE DUTY/FTS. - ACTIVE DUTY/FTS. A BIBLIOGRAPHY is provided by the Navy Advancement Center (NAC) to document the REFERENCES used by a subject matter expert (a Navy Chief in the rating) as the basis for writing the items on the Active Duty and Reserve Navy Advancement Exams. If a reference has been updated since the exam was created and differs from the reference listed here, the information in the updated reference will be used as the basis for scoring the exam. INQUIRIES CONCERNING. Exam Development and Bibliographies COM: (850) 473-6110 DSN: 753-6110 SFLY_EXAM_QUESTION@navy.mil. Credential Table Legend. The U.S. Department of Labor sponsored CareerOneStop's analysis indicates the certification is frequently mentioned in online job postings. Related As. The credentials shown in this table are related to this military occupation in one of three ways: Most, Some, or Other. Most: Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the military occupation (at least 80%). Note that the credential may require additional education, training or experience before you are eligible for them. To ensure a complete understanding of the credential requirements, click on the credential name in the table and review the page that follows. Some: Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the military occupation (related 80% to at least one or more critical tasks but less than 80% of all of the entire military occupation). Note that the credential may require additional education, training or experience before you are eligible for them. To ensure a complete understanding of credential requirements, click on the credential name in the table and review the page that follows. Other: Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience. Credentials listed in the Credentials table have been approved for payment through the Navy's Credential Program Office. Note that to be eligible for Navy funded credentials, you must have demonstrated competency and experience towards the credential being sought. The credentials listed may require additional work to fully meet competency and experience requirements. To ensure a complete understanding of credential requirements, click on the credential name in the table and review the page that follows. To get a voucher request form, click "Complete Voucher and Apply" at the top of any page. Gap Analysis. This indicates that a detailed analysis comparing the credential requirements to the military occupation has been completed. Click on either the credential name or the gap analysis icon to view the analysis page. LaDR (Learning and Development Roadmap) icons call out credentials that are "highly recommended" (but not mandatory) for a particular pay grade - because they complement the training, experience, and competency of that paygrade. You are NOT restricted from attempting credentials recommended for senior & junior pay grades (as long as you meet all eligibility requirements). The Navy Bucks icon indicates all the credentials for which you might be eligible. Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill for the credentials with the GI Bill icon in this column. Accreditation. This icon indicates that the credential has been accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Accreditation is the process by which a credentialing or educational program is evaluated against defined standards, and if it meets these standards, is awarded recognition by a third party. ANSI accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality. This icon indicates that the credential has been accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Accreditation is the process by which a credentialing or educational program is evaluated against defined standards, and if it meets these standards, is awarded recognition by a third party. NCCA accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality. This icon indicates that the credential has been accredited by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC). ICAC accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality, which you can review on their web site. This icon indicates that the credential has been accredited by the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification (ABSNC). ABSNC accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality, which you can review on their web site. This icon indicates that the credential has been accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS). IAS accreditation tells you that the credential meets documented standards of quality, which you can review on their web site. Civilian Occupations Table Legend. Duties Matched. The civilian and military jobs share either most job duties or some job duties. Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater) Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%) Bright Outlook. The Bright Outlook icon indicates that new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job. Green Occupation. The Green Job icon indicates that this work is part of the green economy. The "green economy" may change the work tasks and skills needed for jobs. Registered Apprenticeship. The Registered Apprenticeship icon indicates that this job has an apprenticeship program registered with the U.S. Department of Labor. Local Salary Information. Click the links in this column to go to the My Next Move for Veterans web site to view salary and employment information for the job. Click links below to view LaDR documents. Click links below to view LaDR documents. Click links below to view LaDR documents. Click links below to view LaDR documents. Click links below to view LaDR documents. Click link to go to Certified Manager (CM) COOL training gap analysis page. Renewal Period: 1 year. The Certified Manager (CM) is a general management certification. It is appropriate for supervisors, managers and leaders at all levels, in any industry, and benefits certificate recipients and their organizations. The CM program consists of 3 course modules of which each includes a study manual, online learning resources, practice exams and a certification exam. To earn the CM certification one must pass three certification exams. Successful completion of the CM exams is a reliable indicator that an individual possesses the skills that leaders and managers need. Eligibility for the CM certification is determined by a point system that considers both experience and education. A candidate must have at least 10 points including at least 3 Education points, and at least 4 Experience points. Candidates may count a maximum of 6 Education points and 7 Experience Points toward eligibility. Those who do not qualify for CM status may still participate in the CM program if they have met at least one of the minimum eligibility requirements. These individuals will earn Associate Certified Manager (ACM) status upon completion of the program. An ACM may earn full CM status through additional education and/or experience. Click link to go to Certified Mail Manager (CMM) COOL Snapshot page. Renewal Period: 5 years. In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association (IPMA), Certified Mail Manager (CMM) is for managers who have attained a high level of competence and professionalism. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of mail management experience and be currently employed in an in-plant environment. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate, through three letters of recommendation, acceptable character, ability and reputation. Candidates must pass a written exam. Click link to go to Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) COOL Snapshot page. Renewal Period: 5 years. The Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) is a mid-level certification appropriate for non-managers who work as public buyers. Individuals pursuing the certification demonstrate an ability to obtain the maximum value for the taxpayer's dollar. To pass the certification exam, applicants should be knowledgeable in the areas of procurement administration, sourcing, negotiation, contract administration, supply management and procurement planning. Applicants must hold an Associate's degree, have three years of public procurement experience, and have additional training in the area of procurement. Click link to go to Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) COOL Snapshot page. Renewal Period: 5 years. The CPIM designation is aimed at professionals involved in career fields such as Production and inventory management, Operations, Supply chain management, Procurement, Materials management, and Purchasing. Candidates must pass two examinations and agree to adhere to the APICS Code of Ethics. Click link to go to Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) COOL Snapshot page. Renewal Period: 5 years. The Project Management Institute (PMI), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) is an entry-level certification for project practitioners. Designed for those with less project experience, the CAPM demonstrates an understanding of the fundamental knowledge, terminology and processes of effective project management. The written exam covers project management areas such as initiation, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, closing, and professional and social responsibility. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1500 hours professional experience on a project team or 23 hours of project management education. Click link to go to Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) COOL Snapshot page. Renewal Period: 5 years. The Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) is an intermediate level certification for candidates seeking in-depth knowledge and expertise in the field of global supply chain management. To earn the CSCP credential, candidates must pass an exam focused on mastering knowledge in following areas: supply chain management fundamentals; supply chain strategy, design, and compliance; and implementation and operations. To be eligible to take the CSCP exam, a candidate must meet one of the following criteria: 1) a Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus two years of related business experience or; 2) a CPIM, CFPIM, CIRM, or C.P.M. designation plus two years of related business experience, or; 3) five years of related business experience. Once earned, to maintain the CSCP designation, credential holders must participate in a certification maintenance program. Click link to go to Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) COOL Snapshot page. Renewal Period: 3 years. The Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification is for supply chain and procurement professionals with skills in areas such as finance, supplier relationship management, organizational global strategy, and risk compliance. Candidates must either have five years of full-time, professional supply management experience (non-clerical, nonsupport) without a qualified bachelor's degree or have three years of full-time, professional supply management experience (non-clerical, nonsupport) and must have a bachelor's degree. Candidates must also pass three written exams. Candidates who are Certified Purchasing Managers (CPMs) in good standing with a bachelor's degree only need to take a CPSM Bridge Exam. Click link to go to Certified Logistics Technician (CLT (AE)) COOL training gap analysis page. Renewal Period: 5 years. The Certified Logistics Technician (CLT AE ) recognizes individuals who demonstrate mastery of the core competencies of material handling at the front-line (entry-level through front-line supervisor). The goal of the CLT AE is to raise the level of performance of logistics workers both to assist the individuals in finding higher-wage jobs. The CLT AE consists of two parts: the foundational-level Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) certificate and the mid-level technical CLT certification. Before taking the CLT AE assessment, candidates must have a CLA certificate. MSSC strongly recommends that individuals be at an 8th-grade math and 10th-grade reading level. Click link to go to Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) COOL Snapshot page. The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC), Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) is a foundational-level credential and is a prerequisite for the Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) certification. MSSC training and assessment addresses the need for employability and academic skills as well as technical skills. MSSC strongly recommends that individuals be at the 8th grade level of math and 9th grade level of English before attempting MSSC courses and assessments. There are no experiential or hands-on requirements for MSSC certification as it is expected that individual employers will determine those requirements based upon their own specific needs. MSSC does not require that individuals take MSSC courses prior to testing. Critical work functions and their related key activities for the CLA include: global supply chain logistics life cycle, logistics environment, material handling equipment, safety principles, safe material handling and equipment operation, quality control principles, workplace communications, teamwork and workplace behavior to solve problems, and using computers. Click link to go to Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) COOL Snapshot page. Renewal Period: 5 years. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), while not formally a license or certification in and of itself, is required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act for workers who need access to secure areas of the nation's maritime facilities and vessels. TSA conducts a security threat assessment (background check) to determine a person's eligibility and issues the credential. U.S. citizens and immigrants in certain immigration categories may apply for the credential. Click link to go to Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) COOL Snapshot page. Credential description coming soon. Click link to go to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 COOL Snapshot page. Renewal Period: Lifetime. The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. Key technologies include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, SharePoint and OneNote. Candidates must pass one certification exam. There are no experience requirements for this certification but Microsoft Learning recommends that a candidate have hands-on experience with the product prior to testing. Click link to go to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 COOL Snapshot page. Renewal Period: Lifetime. The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. Key technologies include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook. Candidates must pass one certification exam. There are no experience requirements for this certification but Microsoft Learning recommends that a candidate have hands-on experience with the product prior to testing. This certification is considered in demand. Navy Bucks. Credential voucher or reimbursement for credential exam, re-certification, or maintenance fee has been approved for payment through the Navy's Credential Program Office. To get a voucher request form, click 'Complete Voucher and Apply' at the top of any page. Gap Analysis. The credential requirements have been compared to military training. Click to go to the COOL training gap analysis page. Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill. Click for external link to GI Bill licensing and certification information. This credential has been accredited by ANSI. Click for external link to the ANSI web site. This credential has been accredited by ICAC. Click for external link to the ICAC web site. This credentialing program has been accredited by NCCA. Click for external link to the NCCA web site. This credential has been accredited by ABSNC. Click for external link to the ABSNC web site. This credential has been accredited by IAS. Click for external link to the IAS web site. Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%) Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%) Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience.