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Job opening: FREIGHT RATE ASSISTANT

Salary: $44 117 - 57 354 per year
Published at: May 01 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 provide technical and administrative support to rate and route shipments and prepare required billing and documentation.

Duties

Rates and routes shipments.Determines freight rates and routes that are most convenient and economical to the Government and which meet prescribed requirements. Classifies shipments.Determines freight classification when the identity and/or transportation characteristics have changed, or do not agree with published classifications. Conducts pre and post-audits-to ensure proper payment-of shipments.Pre-audits shipping documents for accuracy and proper shipment authority. Ensures shipping documents are reviewed and checked for accuracy. Prepares documents on all transportation discrepancies for shipments received.

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
  • Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
  • Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
  • Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance as a condition of employment.
  • Must be Hazardous Material Preparer Certified.
  • A pre-employment physical is a condition of employment.

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 Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions Series 2131. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes thorough knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force Regulations, Dangerous/Hazardous Article Tariffs and International Air Transportation Association Publications, policies and instructions, and publications relating to the movement of freight in order to affect shipment of various commodities and resolve problems as necessary. Thorough knowledge of tariff rates and related and regulatory guidance for the movement and routing of a variety of freight by several modes. Knowledge of cargo movement rules, regulations, and procedures to effect shipments. 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-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-06 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: 1. Knowledge of standards, route orders, and classification rating guides. 2. Knowledge of commercial tariffs and tenders to properly rate freight shipments. 3. Knowledge of transportation regulations, methods, and techniques relating to the movement of freight to affect shipment of commodities. 4. Knowledge of a variety of freight. 5. Ability to interpret and apply instructions. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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.

Contacts

  • Address Maxwell AFB 50 Lemay Plaza South Maxwell AFB, AL 36112 US
  • Name: Total Force Service Center
  • Phone: 1-800-525-0102
  • Email: [email protected]

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