TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST with Security Clearance

Duties As a TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST at the GS-2101-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:
• To serve as a Command focal point and technical expert on a wide range of transportation/traffic management, customs, border clearance and logistics issues related to airlift, sealift, and surface transportation.
• Interacts with representatives of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD/A-S) for Logistics, Department of State (DoS), Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA), the Joint Staff, the Services, Unified Commands, Transportation Components Commands (TCCs) and other federal agencies such as United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
• Provides technical expertise on the conduct and operation of the DoD Customs and Border Clearance Program (CBCP).
• Identifies areas for improvement or seeks/recommends new and innovative DoD customs and border clearance related approaches, programs and services.
• Maintains effective related communications, both orally and in writing, with all levels of personnel including senior management officials at USTRANSCOM and the TCCs.
• Develops and presents briefings on transportation systems, policies, and procedures to representatives of USTRANSCOM staff components, Joint Staff, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Unified Commands, the Services and other agencies
Requirements Conditions of Employment
• Must be a U.S
citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible at management discretion
• The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Non-Critical Sensitive (SECRET) security clearance
• Travel and relocation expenses, if approved, will be paid IAW JTR and AFMAN 36-606
• This is an obligated position, employee will be required to sign a statement of understanding Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service:
• Using the Defense Transportation Systems (DTS), its capabilities, and incorporating transportation requirements, transportation management and logistics operations, and DoD customs and border clearance policy.
• Researching and analyzing transportation policy, doctrine, public laws, rules and their regulatory documents, and developing or recommending new DoD policy and procedures.
• Developing and presenting briefings on transportation systems, policies, and procedures to various federal, commercial or international audiences (e.g
staff components, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) activities, Unified Commands, the Services and other agencies).
• Researching and analyzing complex DoD shipment import and or export clearance issues in the U.S
and or overseas relating to customs and or agriculture related discrepancies 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)
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level
Additional information Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed
To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications
and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility
For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A Special Hiring Authority for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/ ) The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy
Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information
For more information, please visit https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d Other Notes: Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant
The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
• Benefits 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
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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 application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement
If you are minimally qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the Occupational Questionnaire
If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job
If you are found to be among the top 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): Competencies:
• Communications
* Policy Coordination
* Transportation Military Spouse Preference : If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference
Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency
To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist , save the document and attach it to your application package
Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility
If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant
Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below
To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist ( DD3145-1 (whs.mil) ); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.
• Benefits 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 window Learn 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

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