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Transportation Assistant (Harbor Control)

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Pearl Harbor, HI

About The Position

This is a public notice flyer announcing anticipated vacancies; applications are not accepted through the flyer, and there may or may not be vacancies filled from it. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the flyer’s “How to Apply” section. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to the flyer. The Transportation Assistant stands watch in the Harbor Control Tower and coordinates vessel traffic. The position supports port operations in the Hawaii region, including arranging pilot and tugboat assignments for naval vessels, communicating schedule changes, notifying security about small-craft work near piers and dry-docks, monitoring weather and wind conditions, initiating emergency procedures when needed, and maintaining a computerized log of port activity. The position requires rotating shift work to provide coverage during evenings, weekends, holidays, and special situations. The incumbent is also on call on a rotational basis and may need to respond to emergencies beyond the normal duty day.

Requirements

  • Be a U.S. citizen and be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check if a new employee to the Department of the Navy.
  • Obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
  • Obtain and maintain a current, valid United States driver’s license.
  • Meet the Selective Service registration requirement if a male born after December 31, 1959.
  • Have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 grade level or pay band in federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
  • Demonstrate the ability to interpret contracts for transportation services.
  • Pull and analyze data to create reports for leadership.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of port operations functions, such as berthing, docking evolutions, diving operations, and hotel services.

Responsibilities

  • Stand watch in the Harbor Control Tower and coordinate all vessel traffic.
  • Assist the Port Services Coordinator with arranging pilot and tugboat assignments for naval vessels in the Hawaii region.
  • Update and disseminate the vessel movement schedule when changes or additions occur.
  • Notify security of work performed by small crafts in and around piers and dry-docks.
  • Monitor regional bases’ weather and wind speed, and initiate emergency procedures when conditions require preventive measures.
  • Maintain a computerized log documenting port activity, including vessel movements, personnel injuries, fires, petroleum spills, and crane accidents.

Benefits

  • Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package.

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