Summary This position is part of the Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command. Responsibilities As a TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST at the GS-2130-12 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a Traffic Management Specialist, and Alternate Lead Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in the Defense Personal Property Management Office (DPMO). Conducts special studies and program reviews concerning Prime Contractor performance and the various transportation systems used by DoD for movement and storage of personal property to include during adverse situations. Provides oversight and support to worldwide DP3 personal property operations to resolve unusual occurrences and ensure onward movement of property affected by operation failures, bankruptcies, diversions, strikes or other unusual occurrences. Identifies and evaluates the impact of internal and external changes on the operating performance and viability. Provides support on operational and procedural issues for DOD customers regarding their personal property shipments, including support to Inspector General complaints, Congressional Inquiries, direct complaints, claims, or issues elevated to the Defense Personal Property Management Office (DPMO) level. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of traffic management, and Alternate Lead COR responsibilities, policies, principles, and practices sufficient to conduct special studies and program reviews concerning contractor performance affecting various transportation systems used by DoD worldwide on movement and storage of personal property. In-depth knowledge of specialized functions such as transportation procurement, laws, rules, and regulations to assist in conducting studies involving research and development of new systems or methods of improving existing systems for movement and storage of personal property during adverse situations where operational barriers exist. Thorough knowledge of DoD, and DoD components, policies, and procedures to provide staff advice and assistance to DoD components overseas in resolving difficult and complex shipments of personal property 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A Special Hiring Authority for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/) The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy. Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information. For more information, please visit https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d Other Notes: Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).