Job opening: FREIGHT RATE SPECIALIST

Salary: $49 025 - 63 733 per year

Published at: Oct 29 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 serve as a Freight Rate Specialist responsible for managing and determining the legally applicable and most economical rates and routes for shipment of freight in accordance with published tariffs.

Duties

Plans and carries out shipping arrangements. Receives shipping requests or other authority for shipment. Determines freight classification for a variety of unusual and standard items, some of which have no recorded or published classifications. Conducts pre- and post-audits and maintains shipping documentation. Conducts pre-audits prior to the payment of freight bills. 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 posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
Disclosure of Political Appointments
Eligible for a Cost-of-Living-Allowance (COLA) which is subject to change without notice
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate HAZMAT training and/or certification 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.
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.
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. (COND'T)
(COND'T) 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 position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from (COND'T)
(COND'T) their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.
This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. (COND'T)
(COND'T) IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. AOC is limited to local commuting area only.
The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position.
This is a Term position NTE 24 MONTHS; the individual selected for this position may be extended without further competition. Current Federal civilian employees may apply for this position (COND'T)

Qualifications

(COND'T) using "Reinstatement" eligibility and if selected, a break in service of at least 3 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position. 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, Freight Rate Series 2131. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, 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-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 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.