United States Space Force
TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT (OA)
United States Space Force, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012
Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the installation focal point for all traffic management related issues to include but not limited to personal property shipments, passenger travel, and contract quality assurance.
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Personal property program administration. Coordinates and ensures proper implementation of peacetime and contingency traffic management programs, policies, procedures, transportation management systems and techniques incident to the preparation and movement of personal property. Interviews and assists Department of Defense personnel in planning and organizing passenger and personal property moves with the Traffic Management Office. Passenger movement program administration. Reviews travel orders and determines entitlements for active duty military, reserve component members, DoD civilians, and dependents for worldwide travel to include remote and isolated sites. Administers personal property inspection program. Observes, documents, and evaluates carrier and contractor performance. Serves as Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) providing quality control monitoring services to ensure that the Commercial Ticket Office contractor is in compliance with contract terms. Performs other clerical and administrative tasks as assigned in support of the organization.
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Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship is required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html Disclosure of Political Appointments All federal employees are required to have direct deposit 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. Must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise. May be required to work other than normal duty hours and tours of duty such as rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, call back, holidays, etc. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft, sometimes on short notice. Work will require employee to drive a general-purpose motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required. May be required to participate in contingency situations, real world and exercise, as directed to include working occasionally in Unit Control Center operations. May be required to carry a GOV cellphone on and off duty. The incumbent must have the ability to type a minimum of 40 WPM. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. 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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions for Transportation Clerk and Assistant Series, 2102.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NK-01, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include knowledge of the full range of traffic management principles, policies, practices, laws, regulations, techniques and operations to include those concerning economics of transportation, commercial carrier operations, unauthorized items and related areas such as storage, preparation, packaging, packing and US and foreign customs import/export requirements as these involve air, motor, and water movements. Knowledge of quality assurance and inspection principles, practices, procedures, sampling techniques and policy. Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices and procedures. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
OR
EDUCATION:
Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts
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 the full range of traffic management principles, policies, practices, laws, regulations, techniques and operations to include those concerning economics of transportation, commercial carrier operations, unauthorized items and related areas such as storage, preparation, packaging, packing and US and foreign customs import/export requirements as these involve air, motor, and water movements. Knowledge of quality assurance and inspection principles, practices, procedures, sampling techniques and policy. Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices and procedures. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, plan and organize work and maintain good working relationships. Skill in using interrelated computer systems, such as, spreadsheets, databases and word processing; planning, organizing and managing complex issues to evaluate options, make appropriate decisions and present facts. Ability to respond to a range of questions from government agencies, activity personnel, customers, commercial carriers and/or others regarding shipment and storage of personal property.
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
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY ? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you
MUST
submit transcriptswith 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
This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-02 equivalent to a GS-05 to GS-07.
"Salary Range: This is an NK-02 position with full salary potential within that band, however the initial salary range offered for this position will be $44,969 to $72,420 which includes locality pay percentage, unless statutory or regulatory rules prevail. Follow on salary increases based on contribution MAY be earned within the full salary of the NK-02 pay band."
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 determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed 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 announcement.
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.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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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.
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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.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the installation focal point for all traffic management related issues to include but not limited to personal property shipments, passenger travel, and contract quality assurance.
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view
Eligibilities
being considered and other
IMPORTANT
information.
Duties
Help
Personal property program administration. Coordinates and ensures proper implementation of peacetime and contingency traffic management programs, policies, procedures, transportation management systems and techniques incident to the preparation and movement of personal property. Interviews and assists Department of Defense personnel in planning and organizing passenger and personal property moves with the Traffic Management Office. Passenger movement program administration. Reviews travel orders and determines entitlements for active duty military, reserve component members, DoD civilians, and dependents for worldwide travel to include remote and isolated sites. Administers personal property inspection program. Observes, documents, and evaluates carrier and contractor performance. Serves as Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) providing quality control monitoring services to ensure that the Commercial Ticket Office contractor is in compliance with contract terms. Performs other clerical and administrative tasks as assigned in support of the organization.
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship is required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html Disclosure of Political Appointments All federal employees are required to have direct deposit 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. Must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise. May be required to work other than normal duty hours and tours of duty such as rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, call back, holidays, etc. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft, sometimes on short notice. Work will require employee to drive a general-purpose motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required. May be required to participate in contingency situations, real world and exercise, as directed to include working occasionally in Unit Control Center operations. May be required to carry a GOV cellphone on and off duty. The incumbent must have the ability to type a minimum of 40 WPM. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. 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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions for Transportation Clerk and Assistant Series, 2102.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NK-01, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include knowledge of the full range of traffic management principles, policies, practices, laws, regulations, techniques and operations to include those concerning economics of transportation, commercial carrier operations, unauthorized items and related areas such as storage, preparation, packaging, packing and US and foreign customs import/export requirements as these involve air, motor, and water movements. Knowledge of quality assurance and inspection principles, practices, procedures, sampling techniques and policy. Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices and procedures. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
OR
EDUCATION:
Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts
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 the full range of traffic management principles, policies, practices, laws, regulations, techniques and operations to include those concerning economics of transportation, commercial carrier operations, unauthorized items and related areas such as storage, preparation, packaging, packing and US and foreign customs import/export requirements as these involve air, motor, and water movements. Knowledge of quality assurance and inspection principles, practices, procedures, sampling techniques and policy. Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices and procedures. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, plan and organize work and maintain good working relationships. Skill in using interrelated computer systems, such as, spreadsheets, databases and word processing; planning, organizing and managing complex issues to evaluate options, make appropriate decisions and present facts. Ability to respond to a range of questions from government agencies, activity personnel, customers, commercial carriers and/or others regarding shipment and storage of personal property.
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
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY ? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you
MUST
submit transcriptswith 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
This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-02 equivalent to a GS-05 to GS-07.
"Salary Range: This is an NK-02 position with full salary potential within that band, however the initial salary range offered for this position will be $44,969 to $72,420 which includes locality pay percentage, unless statutory or regulatory rules prevail. Follow on salary increases based on contribution MAY be earned within the full salary of the NK-02 pay band."
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 determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed 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 announcement.
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.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Help
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.