Logistics Officer
Lancaster County Economic Development · Lancaster, SC · 3 days ago
OTHRFull-time
Description
The Logistics Officer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the logistics functions of the Indian Land Fire District. This position ensures department personnel have the equipment, supplies, fleet support, uniforms, facilities resources, and vendor services necessary to operate safely and efficiently. The Logistics Officer oversees inventory, purchasing support, asset accountability, fleet maintenance coordination, and emergency logistics while maintaining accurate records and supporting department budgeting and operational readiness.
Examples of Duties
- Manage the acquisition, storage, distribution, and accountability of department supplies, uniforms, PPE, medical supplies, and operational equipment.
- Maintain inventory control systems and conduct periodic inventories.
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to maintain operational readiness.
- Maintain organized storage areas and logistics workspaces.
- Recommend standardization and replacement of equipment and supplies.
- Fleet, Apparatus & Asset Management:
- Coordinate preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, repairs, and warranty work for department vehicles, apparatus, trailers, generators, and other assigned assets.
- Maintain maintenance schedules, service records, and asset documentation.
- Cook with vendors and repair facilities to minimize equipment downtime.
- Afford to outfit, place into service, and track new apparatus, vehicles, and equipment.
- Maintain department asset and equipment accountability records.
- Coordinate quotes, purchasing requests, bid documentation, purchase orders, and procurement records in accordance with department and county policies.
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
- Research products and services to improve quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
- Afford to identify replacement schedules and anticipated logistics expenditures.
- Cook and distribute resources during extended incidents, disasters, and special events.
- Cook and coordinate with partner agencies, emergency management, and vendors to obtain needed resources.
- Occasional after-hours, weekend, holiday, or emergency support may be required based on operational needs.
- Maintain accurate records related to inventory, purchasing, maintenance, warranties, uniforms, assets, and vendor contracts.
- Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and other administrative documentation.
- Afford to develop logistics procedures, forms, and recordkeeping systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
- A high school diploma or GED.
- A valid driver's license.
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and work independently.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized purchasing, inventory, or recordkeeping systems.
- Ability to lift, move, load, and organize equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in logistics, purchasing, inventory management, fleet coordination, facilities support, or a related field.
- Fire department or emergency services experience preferred.
- Experience with municipal procurement, purchasing, bidding, and vendor management.
- Experience coordinating fleet maintenance and department assets.
- ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications preferred.
- Knowledge of inventory control, purchasing, and asset management principles.
- Ability to build productive relationships with vendors, contractors, and department personnel.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare administrative reports.
- Ability to adapt to changing operational priorities and support emergency operations when needed.
- Exercise sound judgment and represent the department professionally.