Job summary

You will serve as a Traffic Management Specialist in the Industrial Support Department, Advanced Traceability and Control (ATAC) Division of NAVSUP FLT LOGISTICS CNTR SAN DIEGO.

Major duties

You will use job-relevant information systems and/or software applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, automated research tools, database applications, and the Internet. You will clearly and effectively articulate, present, and promote ideas and issues (to include sensitive or controversial topics) before a wide range of audiences. You will monitor progress and evaluate outcomes to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness. You will determine objectives, sets priorities, and ensure sound management processes and procedures are in place. You will identify and analyze problems, weigh relevance and accuracy of information, seek/generate and evaluate alternative perspectives/solutions; make timely/effective recommendations based on potential implications of findings and conclusions. You will develop policies, guidance and procedures for efficient and effective port operations, load planning, vehicle and equipment operations, packaging, and hazmat transportation, etc. using both government and commercial resources. You will forecast the requirements for transportation for shipping and receiving material. You will receive, store, issue and care for stock. You will identify opportunity to reduce total costs and increase service levels through consolidation or alternate transportation solutions.

Qualification

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of Traffic Management Specialist experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector utilizing a variety of Defense Transportation Systems (DTS) such as eRMS, ETA-Global Freight Management (GFM), Financial Air Clearance Transportation System (FACTS), Government utilized US Banks billing system (Syncada), to provide transportation oversight for all CONUS and OCONUS ATAC transportation operations in support of homeported or deployed Navy/Marines/Air Force/Army/Coast Guard units/activities, Foreign Military Sales, and Commercial Repair Vendors, Commercial Asset Visibility and Non-Commercial Asset Visibility. Examples of specialized experience may include the following: 1) Performs in-depth research using regulatory rules, policies, and contract rates to resolve disputes with contractors for discrepant shipping costs; 2) Makes arrangements for the movement of Redistribution Order (RDO) materials and Aircraft Engines by all transportation modes using contracted Transportation Service Providers (TSPs) and military airlift; 3) Reviews shipping activity transportation requirements to determine the most efficient and economical method of transportation; such as Required Delivery Date (RDD), weight, dimensions, hazardous classification, sensitive item classification, customs requirement and specialized equipment requirement; 4) Justifies the use of government funds for transportation services; research all shipping addresses for pick-up and delivery location accuracy; and prepare Transportation Discrepancy Report (TDR) and pertinent correspondence relating to loss or damaged equipment; and 5) Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing to support various customers. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Education

In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: ACCOUNTABILITY Attention to Detail COMPUTER LITERACY Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills ORAL COMMUNICATION PHYSICAL DISTRIBUTION/TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS PROBLEM SOLVING Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork WRITTEN COMMUNICATION You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.