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Job opening: FREIGHT RATE ASSISTANT

Salary: $39 576 - 51 446 per year
Published at: Mar 26 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to process inbound shipment information, to investigate and gather facts relating to each shipment discrepancy. To in-check inbound cargo and process customer pieces in CMOS (Cargo Movement Operations System) and to monitor listings in receiving and make updates.

Duties

Reviews Government/Commercial Bills of Lading (GBL/CBL). Inspects shipments for any discrepancies to classified or general cargo. Prepares Request for Information (RFI) using the Cargo Movement Operations System (CMOS) to send to the responsible carrier or shipping activity to determine cause of discrepancy. Ensures all commercial freight bills received from carriers are documented and input into CMOS according to established procedures. Receives Reports of Shipments (REPSHIPS) from originating shipping activities for classified, hazardous, and other special handling cargo destined for Holloman AFB. Matches up repships with advanced copies of the GBL's/CBL's and enters data into CMOS. Receives and processes the tracer and exception lists submitted from base supply and other agencies. Uses CMOS to run queries on shipments as part of tracing procedures. Identifies freight found by the Air Force Government Cargo Recovery Effort Program (GOCARE) or the carrier by comparing stock numbers, invoice numbers, and item numbers contained in CMOS.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
  • 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
  • Work may require occasional travel away from normal duty station

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, Freight Rate Series, 2131. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-04, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of standard DoD and Air Force Regulations, policies and instructions, and publications relating to the movement of freight in order to affect shipment of commodities. Knowledge of cargo movement rules, regulations, and procedures to effect shipments. Practical knowledge of shipment and receipt operations for the movement and routing of freight. OR EDUCATION: Four years above high school. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: 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%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. 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 Cargo Movement Operations System (CMOS) general capabilities and its application to moving Air Force Freight by surface transportation. Knowledge of Military Standard Transportation and Movement Procedures (MILSTAMP) for moving cargo within the Defense Transportation System. Knowledge of Department of Defense organizations responsible for setting surface freight policies. Ability to read new directives or computerized procedures and incorporate them into current operations. Knowledge of Air Force and Department of Defense regulations pertaining to shipment discrepancy reporting and claims submission. Ability to communicate orally and prepare written correspondence using word processing software. Sufficient typing skills to enter data into computer database and prepare correspondence. 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

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

  • Address Holloman AFB 681 Second Street Bldg 222, Ste 201 Holloman AFB, NM 88330 US
  • Name: Total Force Service Center
  • Phone: 1-800-525-0102
  • Email: [email protected]

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