Driver / Courier (Top Secret)

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JOB TITLE: Driver / Courier

SUMMARY: DAWSON is looking for the next Driver / Courier to support our federal customers. This position is in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Driver / Courier will be responsible for transportation / delivery of messages, documents, packages and mail to various business concerns or governmental agencies for the Federal Bureau of Investigations Logistics Units.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Stop at each location every workday
• Sorting or opening incoming and outgoing mail.
• Take measures and use good judgement to prevent damage to goods or personal injury while unloading vehicles
• Drive an automobile or light truck to deliver messages, documents, packages and mail to various business concerns or governmental agencies
• May occasionally transport office personnel and visitors
• Accurate transportation of mail/goods/materials
• Perform miscellaneous errands, such as carrying mail to and from the post office

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 year experience
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
• Holds a current driver’s license that allows operation of contract vehicles
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work activities.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Stevedores
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Dollies
• Frequently required to walk
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Pallet jacks
• Flatbed carts
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used:
  • Dollies
  • Pallet jacks
  • Stevedores
  • Flatbed carts
  • Safe lifting carts
  • Powered hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc)
• Required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Powered hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc)
• Frequently required to stand
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Safe lifting carts

• Travel may be required

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.