TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST (MOBILITY)

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is: to serve as a transportation deployment specialist, responsible for the management of cargo and passenger functions in support of units subject to deployment and operational missions. Serves as subject matter expert and manages assigned portions of the transportation deployment training programs. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

Participates in the development and evaluation of transportation deployment training programs, analyzes training requirements; develops lesson plans, course outlines, and evaluation instruments. Provides technical assistance to the Installation Deployment Officer (IDO) and chief of the Deployment Control Center (DCC) in the analysis of Deployment operations for base tenant organizations during exercises, deployments and re-deployments, at the direction of the IDO, activates Cargo Deployment Function work center and implements mobility plans and programs during exercises, deployments, and re-deployments. Assists the IDO in directing trained Augmentees during deployment exercises or actual deployments in the administration and implementation of Cargo Deployment Function. Works with the Cargo and Passenger Terminal personnel in coordinating the transportation functions supporting deployment and operational missions, using appropriate documentation, boards aircraft and off-loads all appropriate cargo for destination. Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Transportation Specialist Series 2101. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include experience in maintaining, retailing, purchasing, or procurement of automotive, rail, air, bus, or other transportation equipment or services, or in the operation of a commercial transportation facility or terminal. This experience must have demonstrated knowledge of fleet operations; familiarity with Federal, State, and municipal regulations governing the use of transportation vehicles; the maintenance of inventories and cost computations demonstrates knowledge of the installation's transportation deployment programs. Knowledge of publications such as AFMAN 24-204, AFI 10-403, and DoD 4500.9R, transportation industry policies, concepts, and procedures affecting all modes of transportation. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and procedures and skill in evaluating program operations. Knowledge of and skill in loading and arranging cargo properly onto the vehicle using appropriate tie-downs such as chains and straps for safe. transport. Knowledge of and skills in the operation of cargo loaders (25-60 K-loaders) and forklifts (6-lOK). Knowledge of the height, weight, width, and length of vehicles in order to judge overhead and side clearance, the turning radius, braking distance, and safe distance to be mantained from other vehicles. Experience that demonstrated a knowledge of the transportation function(s) of the position to be filled. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed a 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, education must have major field of study in 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 a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of 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 transportation industry policies, concept, and procedures affecting all modes of transportation within the Department of Defense and commercial transportation system, including the concept of Aerial Port of Embarkation (APOE) and Aerial Port of Debarkation (APOD) operations. Knowledge of proper handling of sensitive and hazardous cargo in addition to transportation restrictions and requirements pertaining to hazardous cargo, deviations and exceptions including labeling, placarding, and certification requirements and procedures. Knowledge of aircraft load planning, and load compatibility with both civil and military transport aircraft and surface terminal operations. Comprehensive knowledge of the management and preparation of detailed training programs and plans to affect the implementation of established policies and goals of the transportation deployment responsibilities. In-depth technical knowledge of principles and processes of the Instructional System Development (ISD). Detailed knowledge of policies, deployment programs, regulations, directives, and deviations authorized during contingencies, in order to manage and direct the operations of the base transportation deployment program. Knowledge of and skill in operating material handling vehicles (25-60 K-loader, 4-l0K Forklifts) and passenger vehicles. Knowledge of passenger eligibility and proper procedures for processing passengers on military missions. 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. How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. Other 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. 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: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.