About this role
Job SummaryAbout the Position: Performs cargo stowage planning, overseeing/monitoring for the stowing and loading, planning and discharge of cargo including hazardous cargo aboard vessels; and terminal operations in direct support of loading or discharge operations. If you are a current Army employee with competitive status and would like to be considered for a Temporary Promotion NTE 13 months, please apply under announcement number MCGT-26-13041425-MP.
QualificationsWho May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 People with Disabilities, Schedule A Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Reinstatement In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Assisting with the planning and coordination of cargo transportation, including loading, stowing, and discharging operations for various types of cargo; 2) Applying transportation regulations, policies, and procedures to support the movement of cargo through sea and land terminals; 3) Monitoring contractor performance and providing technical advice to ensure regulatory and contractual compliance; and 4) Coordinate with agencies, carriers, and stakeholders to resolve transportation issues and manage shipment logistics. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). OR Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree with a major 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. OR Combination of Education and Experience: 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%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07).
Major DutiesPerforms cargo stowage planning, overseeing/monitoring for the stowing and loading, planning and discharge of cargo including hazardous cargo aboard vessels; and terminal operations in direct support of loading or discharge operations.Provides factual information, interprets technical transportation rules, regulations and contracts which affect the cost and efficiency of the traffic management programs of the battalion.Plans and coordinates cargo loading and discharge by attending meetings and reviewing stow/discharge plans, vessel layout, cargo details, equipment, and incoming transport information.Prepare plans to meet changes in workload, work priorities and deadlines. Develops Terminal Operations Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and reviews them annually for relevance.During operations, detects any unsafe practices or other deficiencies found in loading or stowage and advises on ways to correct and expedite activities.Resolves problems that may arise between government and contractor and works with all parties to include the contracting officer to resolve.Acts as liaison between the vessels, military and civilian federal agencies, local authorities, the contractor workforce, and the staff.Coordinates with and provides advice to Army Reserve Units training or operating at military or commercial terminals within the Battalion Area of Responsibility (AOR).