TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (TITLE 5)

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5260000 and is part of the NC USPFO, National Guard. (USPFO-CTO/Manning Doc:162D-701)

This job is open to

• National Guard & reserves
  
  Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Clarification from the agency

The area of consideration for this position is CAT 2 (Areas 1-3) and includes North Carolina National Guard Employees (T32/T5) and traditional guard members assigned to the NC National Guard.

Duties

As a TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, GS-2130-11, you will function as the Installation Transportation Agent appointed by the USP&FO in each State; operates independently with minimal supervision to plan, direct, and monitor the Commercial Transportation Program for the Command, inclusive of commercial traffic facilities, which includes freight, hazardous material (HAZMAT), passenger and terminal operation; provide advisory service to the USPFO and top management staff officials of the ARNG, DA and other outside agencies on all matters relating to NG traffic management functions, including program requirements, capabilities, policies and procedures; establish direct communication with Federal and State Departments of Transportations for the movement of Army equipment via commercial carriers; negotiate with commercial common carriers for the purpose of meeting mission requirements and to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources; plan and schedule work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must complete Hazmat Certification and Radiation Safety Training within six months of employment and recertify every two (2) years.
• Must complete The Intermodel Dry Container/Convention for Safe Containers Re-Inspection Course/AMMO-43 online within 2 months of employment.
• Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Irregular and overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUREMENTS: Experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of and understanding of administrative, professional, analytical, or other work relating to traffic or transportation programs or operations. Must be skilled in dealing with others in person-to-person work relationships. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level (GS-09) with experience, education, or training managing or participating in managing a transportation or traffic program involving operating a transport or traffic system to move passengers or commodities of an organization when there is accountability for operating costs, operating a transportation system to provide common carrier types of services to shippers, and procuring common or other carriers and other transportation services to move an organization's personnel, freight, and/or other commodities Conducting or participating in conducting surveys and studies of the traffic management function, operating methods, procedures, and performance. Making presentations on traffic matters before Federal, State, or local regulatory bodies. Performing loss and damage prevention work when this included responsibilities such as policy and procedures formulation and studies of traffic operations and services. Negotiating with carriers and/or regulatory bodies on questions of rates, transit privileges and charges, special services and charges thereof, and classification of commodities. Providing advisory service involving commodity analysis from the transportation standpoint.

Education -Undergraduate and Graduate Education: 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.

Education

You must provide transcripts documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Knowledge to plan and accomplish a variety of complex work assignments and/or identify problems and be able to analyze and resolve transportation issues or problems.

Broad knowledge of the operation, practices, and policies of the organization.

Knowledge of the capability and limitations of various modes of transportation to include rail, highway, air, and sea. Knowledge of related mode configurations to contract proper means of transportation.

Incumbent utilizes this knowledge to plan and direct the installation operations for the movement of vehicles, equipment, conventional ammunition, and materials via most feasible method available (air, rail, truck or vessel/barge).

Incumbent has extensive knowledge of all traffic management regulations to include freight, passenger and other service (Navy and Air Force) regulations as well as the applicable Code of Federal Regulations.

Specialized knowledge of various travel entitlements, policies, and procedures pertaining to personnel moves (Group moves, PCS and movement of household goods).

Knowledge to execute travel arrangements via all modes of Government and commercial transportation to destinations worldwide.

An extensive and comprehensive knowledge and ability to interpret a wide variety of traffic management regulations, including DOD Travel regulations, Army, Air Force and Navy regulations, federal/state/foreign government/local laws, transportation regulations, and policies are required.

Incumbent must be certified for the movement of Hazardous material and as a Contracting Officer Representative.

Knowledge of the various automated transportation planning and billing systems.

Knowledge of standard commercial carrier industry standard practices.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Review our benefits
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
  
  1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
  
  2. Other supporting documents: Transcripts
  
  3. For Veterans Preference Consideration: DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty", SF-15 "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference" (with Required Documentation such as DD-214 (***Copy of page 4 must show "Character of Service" ****), VA Entitlement letter, etc.). Documentation will be used to adjudicate claims for veterans' preference).
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12538192
  
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
  
  To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  
  Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  
  After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  
  You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  
  To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  COL Zaire McRae
  
  Phone
  
  984-664-6010
  
  Email
  
  zaire.d.mcrae.mil@army.mil
  
  Address
  
  NC USPFO
  
  4201 Reedy Creek Road
  
  Raleigh, NC 27607
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

2. Other supporting documents: Transcripts

3. For Veterans Preference Consideration: DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty", SF-15 "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference" (with Required Documentation such as DD-214 (***Copy of page 4 must show "Character of Service" ****), VA Entitlement letter, etc.). Documentation will be used to adjudicate claims for veterans' preference).


If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12538192

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

COL Zaire McRae

Phone

984-664-6010

Email

zaire.d.mcrae.mil@army.mil

Address

NC USPFO

4201 Reedy Creek Road

Raleigh, NC 27607

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request