0441 - Logistics Specialist

Summary

The Logistics Specialist prepares supplies and equipment for embarkation and performs various Force Deployment Planning and Execution (FDP&E) functions and duties to support the movement of personnel, supplies, and equipment via all modes of transportation using commercial and military assets, at all levels including unit, MAGTF, and joint operations.

Additionally, they perform various duties that support the establishment, maintenance and control of transportation throughput systems on beaches, landing zones, ports (air and sea), and terminals (rail, truck, and container) used in support of MAGTF operations and deployments.

They are trained in landing force support party, conducting port arrival/departure airfield, helicopter support team operations, and rail head operations.

The Logistics Specialist is also trained in the application of automated information systems (AIS) that are utilized throughout the defense transportation system (DTS) to account, track, and interface movement data with load planning programs and joint AIS to support the FDP&E process and In Transit Visibility (ITV) of these operations.

The Logistics Specialist is trained to prepare aircraft and ship load plans that meet organizational requirements.

They assist with the preparation, planning, and execution of strategic mobility plans in accordance with the Time Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) used to deploy and sustain forward deployed forces.

The Logistics Specialist also performs multiple logistics administrative duties within the J/G/S-4 section.

They compile and maintain logistics support data, compute combat logistics support requirements, and coordinate combat logistics functions in support of MAGTF operations and deployments.

At the SNCO level, they will also serve as Combat Cargo Assistants (CCAs) onboard naval amphibious assault ships.

MOS 0491, Logistics/Mobility Chief is assigned as the primary MOS upon completion of the Logistics Chiefs Course at the staff sergeant or gunnery sergeant rank.

Prerequisites

Must be a U.S.

citizen.

Must possess a GT score of 100 or higher.

Security requirement: secret security clearance eligibility.

Requirements

Complete the Basic Logistics Specialist Course (M0304H7), Logistics Operations School, Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools, Camp Johnson/Camp Lejeune, NC; upon entry or lateral move at the rank of sergeant or below.

Recommended advanced training: Complete the Intermediate Logistics Embarkation Course (M03LAM7), Camp Lejeune, NC.

Sergeants making a lateral move must also complete the Intermediate Embarkation Logistics Course (ILEC) (M03LAM7), Logistics Operations School, Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools, Camp Johnson/ Lejeune, NC.

Upon establishment of future intermediate course title (ILSC/ILEC).

POI CID

M0304H7, M030DQ7

Duties

For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to reference (f), Logistics Training and Readiness Manual.

Cargo and Freight Agent 43-5011.

Production, Planning and Expediting Clerks 43-5061.

Military Enlisted Tactical Operations and Air/Weapons Specialist and Crew Members, all other 55-3019.

Distribution Specialist, 3152.

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