About the Position: This position may be filled by temporary promotion or temporary reassignment NTE 2 years, if a current permanent Army employee. Temporary promotion/reassignment may be extended up to a maximum of 5 years, and may be made permanent without further competition. This position may be filled by term appointment NTE 2 years, if not a current permanent Army employee. Term appointment may be extended up to a maximum of 8 years.

Duties

Incumbent plans, coordinates, develops or reviews preliminary detailed pre-stowage plan of a variety of cargo (vehicles, general cargo, hazardous material including ammunition, etc.) utilizing the Integrated Computerized Deployment System (ICODES). Ascertain whether cargo offered for booking can be accommodated in available space aboard designated vessel and advises Battalion leadership or unit representatives as to changes in relation to amount and type of cargo offered. Coordinate with unit movement representatives for unit deployment lists in preparation of documentation activities for the deployment and redeployment of military units. Serve as primary coordinator between contract personnel and the Battalion to ensure availability, proper use of government furnished lashing gear, equipment and dunnage. Serve as Quality Assurance Surveillance Specialist (QASP) for contract administration and management of Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services contracts.

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position is subject to the provisions of the Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban commonly referred to as the Lautenberg Amendment.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• This position has been designated as "Key" and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization. Incumbent must be exempted from recall to active duty.
• Term employment is subject to a one year trial period. Employees serving a trial period can be removed with limited appeal rights.
• This is a Term position scheduled to last 24 months. A term position may be extended to a maximum of 8 years depending upon the needs of management.
• Obligated Position: an employee has statutory restoration rights . You will be asked to sign an agreement that you are aware of obligation and willing to be displaced under reduction in force procedures upon the return of former incumbent.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange AgreementDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleReinstatement In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or specialized experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Prepare preliminary cargo stowage plans and provide daily reports; 2) Oversee contract administration of stevedoring or related terminal service contacts such as basic ordering agreements; And/or 3) Manage loading, stowage, and discharge operations to make certain that they conform to preliminary plans, or authorizing necessary changes and preparing final plans. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). Experience gained in (1) preparing preliminary cargo stowage plans, and/or (2) overseeing loading, stowage, and discharge operations to make certain that they conform to preliminary plans, or authorizing necessary changes and preparing final plans. This experience must have involved vessels of at least 5,000 dead-weight tons. It must also clearly show a comprehensive knowledge of marine rules and regulations and the ability to plan, direct, organize, and coordinate cargo handling activities; to interpret and apply policies; to investigate operations and practices and resolve problems; and to establish and maintain effective work relationships. Experience in layout planning, ship-loading, and cargo handling may have been gained during such seagoing and marine terminal assignments as service in the U.S. Navy as a cargo officer, similar service in the Merchant Marines, or employment by commercial steamship lines. OR Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Administration and ManagementDecision MakingTransportation Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07).

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address GT-W1NAAA MIL SURPACE DEPLOYMENT AND DIST CMD DO NOT MAIL North Charleston, SC 29406 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk
• Email: [email protected]