Transportation Specialist Jobs

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for the Transportation functional area within the Logistics Readiness Squadron, which includes monitoring and evaluation of contractor performance and administrative work as required in the administration of contractor Performance Work Statements (PWS). Responsibilities DUTY 1: Performs as functional expert for all matters relating to the Deployment/Distribution and Vehicle Management (DDVM) contract and is responsible for the objective evaluation and documentation of contractor performance in accordance with the Performance Plan. DUTY 2: Acts as technical expert and provides guidance and problem resolution concerning matters relating to the Ground Transportation and Vehicle function. DUTY 3: Develops and prepares the Performance Work Statement, Performance Plan, and Inspection Checklists for the work to be performed by a contractor providing Ground Transportation and Vehicle service to the Government. DUTY 4: Maintains current knowledge of events technology, organizational policies and procedures which impact current responsibilities. DUTY 5: Performs evaluations, inspections, analyses and documentation of the contractor's work and performance to determine compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Individual Occupational Requirements for Transportation Specialist Series, 2101, and Group Standard for Administrative and Management Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes experience in transportation areas such as: principles, concepts or methodology related to transportation services such as, small air terminal, household goods, or air/surface freight operations; or quality assurance/control concepts, principles, practices, methodology; or skill to plan, develop, and implement performance objectives to evaluate contractor's services. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. OR EDUCATION: Completion of a Master's degree or 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree or LL.B or J.D, if related, to the position being filled; Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position. NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: a combination of experience and education as described above. Only graduate level experience in excess of the first year can be considered when combining education and experience. NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-?grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. Note: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of a wide range of traffic management, air transportation and logistics policies, principles, practices techniques, regulations and authorities. Knowledge of quality assurance/control concepts, principles, practices, methodology and skills to plan, develop, and implement performance plans to evaluate the contractor's compliance to contractual quality requirements. Ability to identify, analyze, and translate complex information, make appropriate judgements, and evaluate options concerning transportation operations and movement of material. Knowledge of automated data systems supporting transportation and logistics functions and programs. Ability to collect data, interpret specialized documentation and descriptions, conduct and record surveys and inspections, and analyze and evaluate findings to make decisions/recommendations. Skill in analyzing and interpreting technical manuals and technical data. Ability to plan, organize and reprioritize work to meet changing deadlines. Skill in identifying and analyzing a variety of technical problems and developing sound solutions. Skill in effectively communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is 12047129 If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.