Traffic Management Specialist - Department of the Army - Boise, ID

IDAHO ARMY NATIONAL GUARD

UNITWIDE TECHNICIAN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

UNIT OF ASSIGNMENT: USPFO

Traffic Management Specialist

Boise, Idaho

Appointment Type: Indefinite

PD #: D1906000

Series/Grade: GS – 2130 – 11 / 11

Salary Range: $47,923.00 – $75,376.00

Indefinite Position- Current on-board USPFO technicians will keep current tenure. This position is for a temporary promotion not to exceed 2 years.

Member may need to possess or be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

*PCS is not authorized*

MEMBERSHIP IN THE ARMY NATIONAL GUARD IS REQUIRED: This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in the Idaho Army National Guard as a condition of employment. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Loss of military membership will result in immediate loss of your full-time military technician position.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Current fulltime Enlisted USPFO technicians in the Idaho Army National Guard.

In accordance with the Labor Management Agreement, Article 18, Promotions:

Area of Consideration

The area of consideration for all Idaho National Guard bargaining unit positions will be as follows:

(1) Bargaining unit members

(2) All other individuals

This does not preclude management from selecting either Section (1) or Section (2) applications after Section (1) applicants have been considered.

Application materials must be received by Tuesday, March 01, 2016 . Failure to provide complete information may result in your not receiving consideration for this position. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations section to understand the requirements.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Military requirement: Enlisted, E-7 or above
  


• Enlisted MOS: 25B, 36B, 51C, 88M
  


• Enlisted MOS: 88N, 89A, 89B, 92A, 92F, 92G, 92Y or ability to obtain

DUTIES:
MAJOR DUTIES: (Detailed duties are on the Position Description available at the Human Resources Office)

This

position is located in the United States Property and Fiscal Office

(USP&FO). The purpose of the position is to manage and direct the daily

Commercial Traffic Management Program for freight, equipment, personal property

and passenger movements. Provides traffic management advisory services and

formulates commercial traffic management policies.

Functions 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 operations. Serves as the

financial activity manager for transportation funds. Appointed as the

Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for the Government approved travel

office and may be the COR for a regional travel office. Serves as the State

Container Management Officer.

Develops long range plans for the efficient and effective operation of the

Traffic Management Program. Makes certain that such plans are in accordance

with existing laws, regulations, directives and other guidance issued from

higher echelons and outside sources i.e. Surface Deployment Distribution

Command (SDDC) as well as initiating new or changed procedures to implement

directives. Analyzes transportation courses of action to determine most

efficient and cost effective mode of movement. Determines funding and space

requirements to accomplish mission. Establishes priorities for the completion

of work based on operational priorities. Monitors work processes and determine

the cause of slippages and drayage and initiates changes to improve the

processes.

Incumbent ensures laws, procedures and regulations are uniformly applied

and complied with by all users. Reviews carrier applications for approval to

transport freight and develops and issues guidance for use of approved

carriers. Reviews completed work for accuracy, adequacy, compliance with

regulatory requirements and policies, cost effectiveness, and timeliness.

Monitors carrier performance and recommends/takes action to suspend or remove

from service carriers that fail to perform satisfactorily.

Provides advisory services 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. Attends a variety of meetings, symposiums and

conferences as a representative of the USPFO, with personnel of higher

echelons, commercial transportation representatives and personnel of SDDC for

the purpose of discussing various traffic management problems. Assists in the

analysis and solution of such problems. Communicates with higher echelons and

recommends changes to policies and regulations.

Evaluates program effectiveness by review of reports and observation of

activities. This review includes such matters as work accomplishment in

relation to program schedules, timely execution of unscheduled and/or priority

projects of internal procedures, methods and controls. Initiates action to

correct delegated authority or refers matters to superior with appropriate recommendations.

Establishes direct communication with Federal and State Departments of

Transportations for the movement of Army equipment via commercial carriers.

Communicates with Department of Defense and Department of the Army Agencies and

Major Commands concerning the movement of personnel, units and equipment.

Coordinates with Directorates, Commands and units within each respective State

to ensure mission accomplishment and compliance with all applicable laws,

regulations and guidance.

Manages transportation funding within the State. Coordinates with DOD, DA, NGB,

Army MACOM, active duty installations and the other States to procure necessary

funding for the movement of personnel, items and equipment. Reviews and

validates billing information and certifies same for payment to vendors.

Provides recommendations for Annual Funding Program (AFP).

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Work

involves developing policies and administering the management of traffic

programs, plans and directs traffic operations within the program and performs

necessary technical work involved in obtaining economical and efficient

transportation of equipment, supplies, and personnel in support of these

operations.

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.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

No special education requirements needed for this position.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

The GS 11 Level must have at least 36 months experience, education, or

training performing, administering or supervising technical and analytical work

concerned with planning, development and execution of traffic policies and

programs. Experience interpreting applicable Federal, State and local laws, and

regulations concerning transportation and traffic procedures. Knowledge of transportation requirements and

systems for specific geographic areas (International and Continental United States).

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

Idaho National Guard Mission Statement:

The incredible versatility of the National Guard enables its troops to respond to domestic emergencies, combat missions, counterdrug efforts, reconstruction missions and more—all with equal speed, strength and efficiency.

Whether the call is coming from the Governor of the State of Idaho or directly from the President of the United States, Guard Soldiers and Airman are always ready and always there.

Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Funds Transfer Program.

This is a dual-status position and membership in the Idaho Army National Guard is required. By submitting this application you are affirming to the validity of the information you have provided.

All male applicants born after 31 December 1959 will be required to furnish a statement of Selective Service registration status prior to appointment. (5 U.S.C. 3328)

Acceptance of any military technician position over 179 days will cause termination of entitlement and eligibility for all bonuses and student loan repayments effective the date of employment. This does not affect Montgomery GI Bill eligibility. Payments of Selected Reserve reenlistment bonuses authorized in section 308b of title 37, United States Code, to Military Technicians (Dual Status) who become eligible for reenlistment while serving on active duty in Iraq, Afghanistan or Kuwait in support of Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom (in theater) are excluded from repayment. Acceptance of any military technician position may affect your incentive bonus. Check with your incentives manager to see if this applies to the incentive you received.

Applicants who feel they have reinstatement/restoration/re-promotion rights to this grade and position should contact the Human Resources Office.

The Idaho National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical handicap or age which does not interfere with job accomplishment or National Guard membership. Veteran’s Preference does not apply to any National Guard position.

BENEFITS:
BENEFITS:

The following WEB addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.

Flexible Spending Accounts:

For additional information, visit: https://www.fsafeds.com/fsafeds/index.asp

Health Insurance:

For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp

Leave:

Most Federal employees earn both Annual and Sick Leave. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp

Life Insurance:

For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp

Long Term Care Insurance:

For additional information visit: http://www.ltcfeds.com

Retirement Program:

For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/retire/index.asp

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO APPLY:
THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes all of the information listed in the Required Documents section.

The complete application package must be submitted by 9:59 PM (MST) on Tuesday, March 01, 2016 .

We are ONLY accepting on-line applications.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an

account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the

Submit my Answers button at the end of the process.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or

incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application

Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for

this position.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Failure to provide complete information will result in your not receiving consideration for this position.

– Current signed Resume.

– ONLY applicable DD214s to required MOS

– Explanation of specialized experience (if no included in body of resume)

– Job related certificates and licenses (optional) – current only

AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Jennifer E. Davis

Phone: (208)422-3334

Email: JENNIFER.DAVIS.4@ANG.AF.MIL

Agency Information:

Idaho National Guard

JFHQ-ID/HR

ATTN Staffing Specialist

4794 Gen Manning Ave Bldg 442

Boise,

ID

83705-8112

USA