Job opening: FREIGHT RATE SPECIALIST
Salary: $51 713 - 67 231 per year
Published at: Dec 27 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
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The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of transportation classification, routing, administration, and procurement tasks pertaining to the Outside the Continental U.S. (OCONUS)/ Continental United States (CONUS) shipments of hazardous materials, general supplies, tools and equipment by rail, motor, air, water and other means.
Duties
Plans and carries out shipping arrangements for movements are made principally within a geographic area comprised of approximately one-half of the United States or nationwide (and sometimes to contiguous foreign countries) including shipments to seaports when there is no responsibility for rates and routes beyond the seaports.
Performs difficult and complex classification, routing, and rating of shipments.
Conducts pre- and post-audits and maintains shipping documentation, and performs carrier evaluations.
Provides technical guidance and advice on problems in all phases of outbound/inbound shipping.
Requirements
- 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/
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
- Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) training and/or certification In Accordance With (IAW) governing agencies requirements.
- The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
- The employee may be required to work under conditions of heavy physical exertion for extended periods of time. A physical is required.
- Utilizes required security and safety practices and procedures. The employee will wear protective safety equipment and clothing when appropriate.
- Will be required to receive training on and be proficient in applicable data management systems to include military and commercial off the shelf products which are used in the management of cargo entry, data collection and technical orders.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
- This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. (cont'd)
- (cont'd) Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
- This is a Key Position. The duties of this position meet all requirements as a category 4 designation and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent (cont'd)
- (cont'd) Federal Agency or office to function effectively. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CAN NOT become a member of the Ready Reserve. (IAW: DoDD 1200.7, "Screening the Ready Reserve,")
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Clerical and Administrative Support Positions for Freight Rate Series, 2131.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 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 knowledge of published classification guides, rate tariffs, agreements, contracts and related carrier and Federal publications. Knowledge of a wide range of commercial tariffs and tenders to properly rate and route freight/cargo shipments. Knowledge of transportation regulations, methods, and techniques relating to the movement of freight in order to affect shipment of commodities. Knowledge of safety and security practices and procedures.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: 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 published classification guides, rate tariffs, agreements, contracts and related carrier and Federal publications.
Knowledge of a wide range of commercial tariffs and tenders to properly rate and route freight/cargo shipments.
Knowledge of transportation regulations, methods, and techniques relating to the movement of freight in order to affect shipment of commodities.
Knowledge of safety and security practices and procedures.
Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing.
Ability to apply procedures and directives by reading and interpreting transportation related instructions and guidelines.
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.
Contacts
- Address Goodfellow AFB
310 Kearney Blvd
Goodfellow AFB, TX 76908
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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