FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Postal Clerks and Storekeepers Merge to Become Logistics Specialists
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. - The U.S. Navy Postal Clerk (PC) and Storekeeper (SK)
ratings will merge on October 1 to form the new Logistics Specialist (LS)
rating.
"This merger is a step in our efforts to define the supply enlisted
workforce that will support the Navy in the 21st century," said Rear Adm. Mike
Lyden, Commander, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) and Chief of Supply
Corps. "Our work processes in the future will require a more broadly trained
Sailor who can provide a unique skill set to our Navy and joint warfighters. By
combining these two ratings, we lay the groundwork for future readiness and
greatly enhance career opportunities for all Sailors in the LS rating."
Merging these two ratings will give the PCs a viable career path, broader
skill sets, and increased advancement opportunities with no adverse affect on
the SKs, according to NAVSUP Command Master Chief Jim Collins. "And the LS
rating will also benefit Sailors with a broader skill set and greater diversity
in both sea and shore assignments."
Logistics Specialist more accurately describes the knowledge, skills, and
abilities of the new workforce and further aligns with our future force
requirements, according to Rear Adm. Lyden. He also commented that "our supply
enlisted community plays a vital role in executing the Navy's Maritime Strategy
mission both afloat and ashore."
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead approved the ratings merger on
Nov. 17, 2008. Since the LS rating was approved, a new rating manual, mobile
training teams, and online training programs were developed to educate PCs and
SKs in their new roles as LSs.
"We also improved training and personnel qualification standards for
Storekeepers assigned in postal positions afloat," said Collins. He added that
the establishment of the "LS rating marks the beginning of a rating specifically
designed to meet the requirements we face today and anticipate tomorrow."
NAVSUP's primary mission is to provide U.S. naval forces with quality
supplies and services. With headquarters in Mechanicsburg, Pa., and employing a
diverse, worldwide workforce of more than 25,500 military and civilian
personnel, NAVSUP oversees logistics programs in the areas of supply operations,
conventional ordnance, contracting, resale, fuel, transportation, and security
assistance. In addition, NAVSUP is responsible for quality of life issues for
our naval forces, including food service, postal services, Navy Exchanges, and
movement of household goods.
For information regarding this message, contact the
NAVSUP Office of Corporate Communications Director at 717-605-1543.
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