CARGO SCHEDULER Job in Travis AFB, CA

Vacancy No. 5X-AFPC-12769429-910465-RLP Department Air Mobility Command
Salary $69,168.00 to $89,924.00 Grade 8 to 8
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 7/22/2025 Close Date 7/28/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Travis AFB, CA


Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an aircraft load planner/scheduler and inspector responsible for independently selecting cargo and pre-planning for control and timely movement through the aerial port to numerous foreign and domestic destinations.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

This job is only open to AMC employees only.

Duties

  • Programs the movement of all cargo to include special cargo involving dangerous/hazardous materials, general cargo, rations, AAFES items, household goods and high priority cargo (Green Sheet, 999, Life or Death, Forward Supply System (FSS), Mission Capability (MICAP), etc.) out of the aerial port for expeditious movement to its final destination.
  • Reviews daily flying schedules for forecasted missions with special interest on routings and capability forecast worksheets depicting space blocks of high priority cargo/passengers.
  • Inspects cargo pallets for weight or piece discrepancies and suitability for military or commercial aircraft.
  • Assists the flight chief by performing various related support duties involving the load planning and inspection activity.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Work occasionally requires travel away from normal duty station.
  • May be required to perform hazardous material and joint inspections.
  • Position is subject to shift rotation and uncommon tour of duty and exposure to prevailing or inclement weather conditions.
  • Experience involving the scheduling the movement of cargo into or through one or more freight terminals in the appropriate amounts in order to balance the flow with the terminals' capacity to accommodate the freight (con't)
  • (con't) and the carriers' capacity to transport the cargo is highly desired.
  • The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position and must be able to pass a flight line test.
  • Must obtain Explosive Handler qualifications within 6 months of assignment. Must recertify as an Explosive Handler IAW published guidelines and instructions.
  • Must obtain qualifications and remain current as a certified aircraft Load Planner/Inspector for numerous types of military aircraft within one year.
  • Must be hazardous cargo inspector qualified IAW AFMAN 24-204, Preparing Hazardous Materials for Military Air Shipment. The incumbent has one year from date of entry on duty to become qualified. (con't)
  • (con't) If the incumbent fails to qualify on the first attempt, additional attempts will be at his/her expense.
  • Must re-qualify as Hazardous Cargo inspector and as a Load Planner/Inspector IAW published guidelines and instructions.
  • Incumbent must have the physical ability to inspect and coordinate movement of cargo on train load stands/hi-lines and on K-Loaders.
  • Position requires lifting and carrying items up to 70 lbs.
  • Ability to climb, using both arms and legs.
  • Must be able to meet and pass established hearing standards and discern colors, contrast and depth.
  • Employee must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment (con't)
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
  • Incumbent is subject to a pre-employment physical.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun control Act
    (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not
    perform the duties of this position. The Lautenberg Amendment applies to convictions in civilian courts, general or special court martial, and civilian criminal felony convictions. It is a felony for anyone with a qualifying conviction to ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms or ammunitions, and prohibits sales or other dispositions of firearms and ammunition to such individuals.
  • This position has been identified as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Drug Testing Plan. Incumbent(s) of this position is subject to the possibility of a random drug test. (Category III, Type II AFI 90-508).
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions, Cargo Scheduling Series 2144

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE OR CURRENT/PREVIOUS FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes experience that involved scheduling the movement of cargo into or through one or more freight terminals in the appropriate amounts in order to balance the flow with the terminals' capacity to accommodate the freight and the carriers' capacity to transport the cargo. Knowledge of principles, concepts and methodology of an extensive body of transportation rules, procedures and operations in order to perform a wide variety of interrelated or non-standard procedural assignments. Knowledge of commonly used cargo movement terminology and general operations of transportation processes to perform a variety of standard and nonstandard assignments. Current and factual knowledge of types and configurations of various commercial and military transport aircraft; cargo characteristics; loading/offloading procedures; cargo compatibility; regulatory requirements covering all types of cargo and mail; enroute structure; routings and capabilities of other aerial ports. Extensive knowledge and understanding of cargo receipt, storage, special handling, loading/offloading equipment, and related cargo processing aspects. Knowledge and skill of a variety of transportation inspection processes and procedures to include explosive, cargo movement procedures and computability. Knowledge of mathematic principles is required for aircraft weight and balance determinations, load sequencing, aircraft limitations, and cargo restraint and dimensions. Use of manual and mechanical-calculating methods is required in the performance of duties. Skill and knowledge of various computer operating systems, telephonic instruments, and two-way radio operation.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR CURRENT/PREVIOUS FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
  • Knowledge of the full range of the DoD Air Transportation system, Air Terminal Operations, aircraft load planning, Capability Forecasting and terminal inventory is highly desired.
  • Knowledge of the instructions, regulations, directives governing aircraft load planning and manifesting cargo is desired.
  • Knowledge of hazardous and/or explosive cargo movement procedures and compatibility.
  • Knowledge and skill in planning and safely executing air cargo loading, including Phase II Planning/Loading duties.
  • Knowledge and ability to operate several computer systems, to include, but not limited to Cargo Movement Operations System (CMOS), GATES and Microsoft Office.
  • Skill in load planning various types and sizes of cargo that can be transported by military and commercial aircraft.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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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.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

  1. Online Application: Questionnaire
  2. Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. Your name MUST be included on your resume.
  3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
  4. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
  5. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

How to Apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 07/28/2025

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12769429

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."

  • It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
  • If your resume includes photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, or personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., you will not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. A complete Application Questionnaire

3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.

PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.

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Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Address
Travis AFB
540 Airlift Drive
Travis AFB, CA 94535
US

Next steps

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