Transportation Specialist Jobs

Summary This position is part of the Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command, Operations and Logistics Directorate. Responsibilities As a TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST at the GS-2101-12 some of your typical work assignments may include: Manages transportation requirements within the structure of the Defense Transportation System. Performs studies and evaluations of operational transportation issues and data. Serves as the USTRANSCOM primary liaison and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for the Denton Program (USAID, DSCA, etc.)Serves as Branch representative to the Requirements and Flow Planning Cell of the Crisis Action Team (CAT) in crisis/contingency situations. Prepares position papers and briefings, as requested or required. Performs a variety of special projects and assignments, and serves as Branch activities trainer, as requested or required. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: Applying a comprehensive knowledge of transportation policies, principles and practices involved in the worldwide movement of defense forces, passengers and/or cargo via all modes through the Defense Transportation System. Planning, analyzing, and implementing policy and directives related to air, motor, rail and water transportation operations. Scheduling air transportation operations in support of Channel cargo/passenger air requirements, Special Airlift Assignment Missions (SAAM), Group Passenger Travel, Special operations in support of US interests, and crisis response to overseas contingencies. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Additional Information Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A Special Hiring Authority for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/) The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy. Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information. For more information, please visit https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d Other Notes: This position is a KEY position. In the event of a crisis situation, the incumbent, or designated alternate, must continue to perform the duties until relieved by proper authority. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively. The incumbent may be required to take part in test alerts and practice exercises. As a KEY position, the incumbent, or the designated alternate, must be removed from any military recall status. The incumbent is a member of the USTRANSCOM Crisis Action Team (CAT), and may be required to be on standby after normal duty hours. Works independcn1ly to respond to emergency requirements which could involve procuring transportation, resolving on-the-spot problems, and advising and assisting customers and carriers in emergency travel situations. Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).