BATTLE CREEK, Mich. - Corrin Logan is a current member of Pathways to Career Excellence (PaCE) Group 50, which began in 2025. For her second year in the PaCE Program, she will be staying at HQ in Battle Creek as an 1104 in sales contracting.
Why did you first apply to the PaCE Program?
As someone from an administrative role and coming completely externally into those roles, I was missing key process information to understand the Disposition Services mission and role. This program gives me the opportunity to see and experience field site operations and fill in the gaps in my knowledge, making me a more well-rounded contributor in my future roles.
What was your career path before joining the PaCE Program?
I came into Disposition Services as the Law Enforcement Support Office management assistant, before moving to the Command Office as a Command Support Assistant. My roles in the government had been entirely administrative.
What is your favorite part of PaCE?
My leadership shadows have been the best part of the program. Seeing the different leadership styles and the way that directorates and branches are managed and function is a privilege, and something I hope to take with me into a leadership role someday. I love networking within the group and outside of it as well.
What has been your most memorable moment in the PaCE Program, and why does it stand out to you?
The first PaCE IPR stands out to me because of the teamwork that was involved and the opportunities and experience we gained briefing leadership in the building. I look forward to site visits as well, as someone not coming from the field.
What advice would you give to someone just starting their journey in the PaCE Program?
Form bonds with your PaCE group and take the opportunity to learn more about headquarters and the people who work here.
What suggestions do you have for the PaCE Program itself that could enhance the experience for future participants?
I believe we would benefit from more proactive communication from leadership, celebrating successes as much as correcting errors. Additionally, clarifying a single source for direction would help resolve confusion that sometimes arises from having 'too many hands in the cookie jar.’
What are the key qualities that help a person succeed and thrive in the PaCE Program?
Be prepared to learn how to effectively manage your time and be eager to learn. Make the most of the time here by seeking out leadership shadowing beyond the requirements and making connections. This program requires someone who will go out of their way to participate and learn rather than someone that waits for assignments to be handed down.
How would you explain the program, and its benefit to a colleague?
This is a developmental program for both internal and external individuals. The program is designed to be a Disposition Services 101 program and to help familiarize ourselves with the organization and our new job functions. This program gives you the background necessary to build a successful career in Disposition Services, and DLA if you, so choose.
Looking beyond the PaCE Program, what are your long-term career goals within the agency?
I would love to eventually hold a leadership position and provide the same mentorship that I have been afforded in the Headquarters building. I enjoy training people and assisting in any way I can. I am a very people-oriented person and would love a role that I can continue that work.
What’s something you’d like to share about your life outside of work?
My fiancé and I are animal lovers and we have a combined four dogs and four cats. I love running and crafting and I am a lifelong Battle Creek resident.
Editorial Note: The Pathways to Career Excellence Program for DLA Disposition Services is a two-year program that takes PaCEr’s through all of Disposition Services and its processes to learn as much as possible about the directorate. The first year takes place at DLA Disposition Services Headquarters in Battle Creek, Michigan, and the second year either takes place in Battle Creek for Contracting PaCEr’s or at an assigned field site for Property Disposal PaCEr’s. PaCEr’s begin as general schedule 7s, move to GS-9s at the end of their first year, and graduate the program as GS-11s. There are multiple pathways to becoming a PaCEr, including being hired internally, as a recent graduate, or from military service.
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