TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST Job in Fort Richardson, AK

Vacancy No. AK-12689180-AR-25-074-B Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $83,603.00 to $108,678.00 Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/13/2025 Close Date 2/27/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Fort Richardson, AK


Summary

Opened Area(s) of Consideration: 1, 2

DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
Area 1 - AKNG Permanent or Indefinite technicians.
Area 2 - All AKNG members.

PDCN: D1921000

Selecting Supervisor: Shannon D. Bishop

Duties

Serves as primary state representative and point of contact for all DOD highway movements. Coordinates directly with the state Department of Transportation (DOT) to determine highway availability, restrictions, permit requirements and changes or additions to the State Highway Network Database. Approves requests for use of the highway network by utilizing the approved federal operating system, and then issues movement orders. Coordinates directly with the USPFO Traffic Manager to obtain necessary commercial transportation support. Ensures proper handling of special and unique movement requirements. Uses and interprets U.S. Forces Command (FORSCOM) and Army regulations, technical manuals, traffic bulletins/regulations, federal and DOT regulations.

Exercises functional authority to manage and coordinate the movement of DOD convoys during peacetime, mobilization and deployment. Serves as the Command Transportation Officer and represents the DCS G-4 on transportation matters involving movement of personnel, equipment and supplies, both domestically and internationally, using military transportation assets. Prepares and coordinates movement portions of the Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) Mobilization Plan. Serves as primary point of contact and state mission authority for Special Assigned Air Missions (SAAM).

Coordinates with the DCS G-4 Plans & Policy Officer in the establishment of command transportation policy and other transportation requirements. Coordinates movement planning requirements and JFHQ inspections of unit mobilization plans. Serves as manager for the State Highway Network Database. Develops and publishes procedures for collecting, evaluating and monitoring the information necessary to modify the network databases to meet DOD movement requirements.

Represents the CONUSA Commander as DOD representative of the state DOT Emergency Highway Traffic Regulation (EHTR) Center, when activated by the governor. Advises civil authorities and military commanders on EHTR requirements and procedures. Provides input and maintains the military portion of the EHTR regulation. Organizes and oversees the operation of the State Movement Control Center (SMCC). Schedules and coordinates DOD surface movements through the approved federal operating system.

Provides technical expertise on hazardous materials (HAZMAT) shipments to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Coordinates with DOD, state and local officials on policies and procedures governing HAZMAT shipments by all modes of transportation. Provides non-certification HAZMAT training for unit movement officers.

Manages the State General Services (GSA) lease Vehicle Program (less recruiting and retention vehicle program). Ensures leased vehicles are managed in accordance with regulatory guidance. Coordinates with Property Book Officer's in maintaining required records for the GSA leased vehicle program.

Responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and verifying serviceability of Army containers. Inspects container and submits maintenance report to the Container Control Officer (CCO) for entry into the Army Container Asset Management System (ACAMS). Coordinates with the CCO at the USPFO to ensure property book accountability and movement of containers. Reviews International Organization (ISO) and storage container requests prior to submission to Army Intermodal & Distribution Platform Management Office (AIDPMO).

Advises management of operating areas at risk of not achieving desired performance and recommends corrective actions. Develops or directs the development of new or changed internal operating procedures and instructions. Assigns and reviews work daily, weekly or monthly; ensures production and accuracy requirements are met; approves leave; and recommends performance standards and ratings. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjust short-term priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns duties to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments and capabilities of employees. Advises, counsels or instructs the employees on both work and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for vacant positions and recommends appointments, promotions, or reassignments to such positions. Hears and resolves complaints from employees referring group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager. Effects minor disciplinary measures--such as warnings and reprimands--and recommends other actions in more serious cases. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees, providing for or arranging for needed development and training.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Alaska Army National Guard membership is required.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • U.S. Citizenship and Secret Clearance is required.
  • Bargaining Unit: Bargaining
  • APPOINTMENT FACTORS: Excepted/Enlisted/Officer in the Alaska Army National Guard.
  • MILITARY GRADE REQUIREMENT: Due to the nature of this position, the minimum military grade is Sergeant (SGT/E-5) / Warrant Officer 1 (WO1/WO-1), and the maximum military grade is Sergeant Major (SGM/E-9) / Chief Warrant Officer 2 (CW2/WO-2).
  • Incumbent will be required to travel within and around the state. Travel will require incumbent to Remain-Over-Night (RON) to accomplish mission.
  • Incumbent will complete The Intermodel Dry Container/Convention for Safe Containers Re-Inspection Course/AMMO-43 online within 2 months of employment.
  • Incumbent will complete Hazmat Certification and Radiation Safety Training within six months of employment and recertify every two (2) years.
  • Incumbent is subject to termination due to loss or reduction in funding for this position.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE is experience that provided a general knowledge and under-standing of traffic or transportation programs or operations.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is experience which is directly related to the position to be filled and which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.

GS-11- Managing or participating in managing a transportation or traffic program involving (1) operating a transport or traffic system to move passengers or commodities of an organization when there is accountability for operating costs, (2) operating a transportation system to provide common carrier types of services to shippers, and (3) procuring common or other carriers and other transportation services to move an organization's personnel, freight, and/or other commodities. Conducting or participating in conducting surveys and studies of the traffic management function, operating methods, procedures, and performance. Making presentations on traffic matters before Federal, State, or local regulatory bodies. Performing loss and damage prevention work when this included responsibilities such as policy and procedures formulation and studies of traffic operations and services. Negotiating with carriers and/or regulatory bodies on questions of rates, transit privileges and charges, special services and charges thereof, and classification of commodities. Providing advisory service involving commodity analysis from the transportation standpoint.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume must have complete dates and hours worked per week for each occurrence of both civilian and military employment (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only will result in disqualification. The duties listed must fully substantiate -in your own words- that you meet the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above, in detail; otherwise, you will not be considered qualified for this position.

Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Your experience will be evaluated on the basis of duties performed. Your record of experience and/or training must show possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position:

- Knowledge to plan and accomplish a variety of complex work assignments and/or identify problems and be able to analyze and resolve transportation issues or problems.

- Broad knowledge of the operation, practices, and policies of the organization.

- Knowledge of the capability and limitations of various modes of transportation to include rail, highway, air, and sea. Knowledge of related mode configurations to contract proper means of transportation.

- Incumbent utilizes this knowledge to plan and direct the installation operations for the movement of vehicles, equipment, conventional ammunition, and materials via most feasible method available (air, rail, truck or vessel/barge).

- Incumbent has extensive knowledge of all traffic management regulations to include freight, passenger and other service (Navy and Air Force) regulations as well as the applicable Code of Federal Regulations.

- Specialized knowledge of various travel entitlements, policies, and procedures pertaining to personnel moves (Group moves, PCS and movement of household goods).

- Knowledge to execute travel arrangements via all modes of Government and commercial transportation to destinations worldwide.

- An extensive and comprehensive knowledge and ability to interpret a wide variety of traffic management regulations, including DOD Travel regulations, Army, Air Force and Navy regulations, federal/state/foreign government/local laws, transportation regulations, and policies are required.

- Incumbent must be certified for the movement of Hazardous material and as a Contracting Officer Representative.

- Knowledge of the various automated transportation planning and billing systems.

- Knowledge of standard commercial carrier industry standard practices.

Additional information

- INDEFINITE: Indefinite employees may be separated with a 30 days' notice. Indefinite employees may be converted to permanent without further competition. AKNG permanent technician will retain their permanent status if selected for this position, and may be promoted, reassigned or changed to lower grade if selected for this position, and will be required to return to their permanent position unless action is made on a permanent basis. Permanent authorization may not cross service boundaries, or funding categories, (i.e., ARNG to ANG, or 176th WG to 168th WG).

- If you are a current Federal employee or former Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" and/or a copy of the SF-50. You may submit your most recent performance appraisal.

- The National Guard is exempt from the Veterans Preference Act. Submission of a copy of your DD-214 is not required unless you are hired for technician position.

- If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.

- Cost of Living Allowance (COLA): Entitled to 1.49% COLA in addition to base salary, subject to change.

- Direct Deposit Program: If selected for technician position with the Alaska National Guard, you will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program. (Salary will be automatically deposited to bank/credit union account).

- Military Bonuses And Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager (AKARNG - J1 or AKANG - Retention Office) to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment.

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.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your application/resume will be made to determine your Area of Consideration (AOC) and to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and minimum job requirements. Your initial rating will be based on your responses to the questionnaire in this document. This process measures the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position. Your final rating will be based on our evaluation of your responses, as verified through a review of your resume and other supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility and rating.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Deployment Planning, Information Management, and Reasoning

Required Documents

To determine your qualifications for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.

2. Questionnaire. This is accomplished by submitting the application. There is nothing that needs to be attached to this application to meet this requirement.

3. Any additional documentation you wish to submit for consideration

Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process. We recommend using the resume building within USAJOBS. Please log into USAJOBS, go to your "Documents", make sure you're in the "Resumes" section and select the "Upload or build resume" button, then click on "Build resume". Please be sure to include all of the following information in your resume:

Job Information:
- Vacancy Identification Number, title, grade and location for which you are applying.

Personal Information:
- Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
- Country of Citizenship.
- If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.

Education:
- High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
- Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code.
- Major field(s) of study.
- Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.

Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions):
- Job title.
- Duties and accomplishments.
- Number of hours per week.
- Employer's name and address.
- Supervisor's name and phone number.
- Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
- Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
- Salary.

Other Qualifications:
- Job-related training courses (title and year).
- Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.)
- Job related certificates and licenses.
- Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments. (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.)

Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

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Agency contact information

Jennifer Francione
Address
Alaska Army National Guard
P.O Box 5800
JBER, AK 99505
US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. Referral to the hiring official will be IAW our agency Merit Promotion Plan and current Labor agreement. Qualified applicants may be further evaluated by a ranking panel. Referred candidates will be further evaluated and interviewed by a selection panel.


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