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Get ready to hit that follow button! DLA Careers is coming to LinkedIn. This will be your gateway to explore dynamic opportunities, learn more about our agency’s culture, and stay updated on our latest job openings. Check back here July 8 for all the details! #Careers #JobAlert #Hiring #CareerOpportunities #JobOpenings #LogisticsCareers #StayTuned

Proudly free! 🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day! Today we celebrate the freedom and independence that make our nation great. We wish you a safe and happy 4th of July from all of us at the Defense Logistics Agency! #IndependenceDay #FourthofJuly #WarfighterAlways #USA #HappyFourth #Freedom #Patriotism #IndependenceDay2024

Meet Royal Cline! Royal Cline, a dedicated veteran and DLA Customer Support Representative at #DLALandandMaritime goes above and beyond to ensure the Navy receives top-notch logistics support. His unwavering commitment and service truly embody the "Warfighter Always" spirit that DLA emulates. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories from our 'When the Nation Calls, DLA Answers' series! #DLALandandMaritime #Veteran #Logistics #MilitarySupport #CustomerSupport #CustomerService #MilitaryLogistics #NavyLogistics #ArmyVeteran #CommanderNavalSurfaceForcesPacific | US Navy | US Army

DLA's first-ever Hackathon was a success, where leading tech minds showcased AI and machine learning solutions to revolutionize our logistics operations. DLA Chief Information Officer Adarryl Roberts highlighted the importance of the event: “We need to be more engaged with the industry early and not wait until we have a perfect requirement to ask them to deliver. We have very unique cases in the Department of Defense, which industry doesn't deal with in terms of complexity.” For more insights into the event and to read DLA Director Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly's comments, click here for the full article: https://lnkd.in/eMeGS8dn #Hackathon #AI #GenerativeAI #MLTechnologies #Cybersecurity | DoD Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office | Air Force Research Laboratory

Karyn Runstrom has been named the new DLA chief of staff! "It is truly an honor to be selected for this position, and I’m humbled and excited to have the opportunity to serve DLA in a broader, more strategic role," Runstrom said. DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly highlighted her extensive experience and dedication to the DLA mission in his announcement. Runstrom, who began her career as an intern at DLA Troop Support in 2001, has served as DLA's deputy chief information officer and has been acting chief of staff since April. Join us in congratulating our new chief of staff! Read about her extensive background and previous roles at DLA here: https://lnkd.in/eMQmeCQu #ChiefofStaff #Leadership #WomeninLeadership #Logistics #CareerDevelopment #OrganizationalGovernance #StrategicPlanning

Relentless perseverance. Meet Lisa Schirmer from #DLADistribution! Lisa showcases incredible strength and determination. Her forward-thinking ideas have not only saved DLA over 4 million dollars, she is shows us how to live life in the face of adversity. On this #NationalPTSDAwarenessDay, we honor her resilience. She is a role model for strength in the face of tragedy and an inspiration to us all! Join us in raising awareness of PTSD today and every day. Show your support for those battling PTSD by leaving a comment or sharing this post. #CancerSurvivor #SuicidePrevention #StopSoldierSuicide #PTSDAwareness #ServiceDogAppreciation #MentalHealthMatters #FacesofDLA | Defense Suicide Prevention Office (DSPO) | Stop Soldier Suicide | American Cancer Society | National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

DLA is excited to participate in the United States Department of Defense's agreement to provide carbon pollution-free energy to installations throughout North and South Carolina! #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #EnergySolutions #MilitaryInnovation

DLA acquisition professionals are gaining cutting-edge skills through the DLA Industry Partnership Management Course at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. This advanced training provides insight into private-sector business practices, empowering DLA acquisition professionals to change thought patterns and apply risk-based decision-making to current and future challenges. IPMC is comparable to graduate-level instruction and focuses on 10 areas, including data analytics, risk assessment, artificial intelligence and negotiation techniques. The next DLA IPMC is planned for next spring, open to high-performing GS-12s through 15s in acquisition roles. Interested employees should seek endorsement from their leadership and apply through their chain of command. To learn more details about the course, click here for the full article: https://lnkd.in/gDxxRwHn #Acquisition #Training #CareerDevelopment #AITraining #AI | UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School

Meet Domon Barr and Donnie Thompson from #DLADistribution! They are not only dedicated to supporting the military through their work at DLA Distribution, but they are also veterans with a purpose. Their volunteer efforts have made a significant impact, providing a MilitaryShare food bank that supports over 115 families in need. Domon and Donnie exemplify how giving back to the community can truly make a difference in people's lives. Their commitment and compassion are inspiring role models for us all. Know someone making a difference in their community? Tag and share their story in the comments below! #Veterans #Volunteering #Inspirational #FoodBank #MilitaryFamilies #RoleModels #GivingBack #Inspiration | Central Pennsylvania Food Bank | Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs | Blacks In Government (BIG) National