Traffic Manager

Defense Logistics Agency•New Cumberland Defense Logistics Center, PA

About The Position

Serves as Traffic Manager in a second-level or higher supervisory capacity, primarily managing the transportation and traffic program at a DLA Distribution Center. Analyzes and advises on transportation matters, and coordinates studies to develop improved programs and methods for efficient, economical, and effective transportation and traffic management practices. Acts as the principal advisor to the Commander on traffic management matters. Liaises with other Distribution Centers, foreign government representatives, other Services and agencies, and commercial freight forwarders to resolve transportation problems. Serves as the Distribution Center’s Transportation Officer and technical authority on transportation operations and programs, interpreting higher-level guidance and ensuring subordinate staff appropriately execute policies and procedures.

Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • One year of specialized experience directly related to the position, equivalent to at least the GS-11 level for qualification at GS-12.
  • Specialized experience must include managing or participating in management of a transportation or traffic program involving transportation systems, common-carrier services, and procurement of carriers or other transportation services.
  • Qualifying specialized experience may include conducting traffic-management surveys and studies; presenting traffic matters to regulatory bodies; loss and damage prevention work involving policy, procedures, or operational studies; or negotiating with carriers or regulatory bodies regarding rates, transit privileges, charges, special services, or commodity classifications.
  • Applicants must meet applicable eligibility requirements, including time-in-grade for General Schedule positions, time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and other regulatory requirements by the announcement’s cut-off or closing date.
  • Education cannot be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level.
  • Supervisory probation is required.
  • Completion of the Supervisory Certification Program is required.
  • Selectees must have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities.
  • Employees must refrain from illegal drug use; pre-employment and other drug testing may apply to positions designated for testing.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the transportation and traffic program at a DLA Distribution Center in a second-level or higher supervisory capacity.
  • Analyze and advise on transportation matters.
  • Coordinate studies to develop improved transportation programs and methods, promoting efficient, economical, and effective practices.
  • Advise the Commander on traffic management matters.
  • Liaise with other Distribution Centers, foreign government representatives, other Services and agencies, and commercial freight forwarders to resolve transportation problems.
  • Serve as the Distribution Center’s Transportation Officer and technical authority on transportation operations and programs.
  • Interpret higher-level guidance and ensure subordinate staff appropriately execute policies and procedures.

Benefits

  • Federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
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