Transportation Assistant

To qualify at the GS-07 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.

Coordinating fleet maintenance and repairs; Monitoring vehicle utilization and assignments; Applying transportation policies and procedures; Preparing reports using automated systems; Resolving vehicle billing discrepancies; Maintaining fleet property and fuel card record. NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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.

You will serve as a Transportation Assistant and be responsible for supporting the Sector New York's motor vehicle program by coordinating fleet maintenance, vehicle assignments, utilization reporting and property accountability to ensure safe, reliable, and economical operations. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Inspect fleet vehicles and prioritize maintenance based on condition, mileage, and safety concerns.

Schedule repairs and transport vehicles to service providers. Coordinate the GSA on vehicle leasing, replacement, and disposal. Monitor vehicle reservations, dispatch vehicles, and prepare utilization reports. Provide guidance on vehicle program requirements and procedures. Resolve billing discrepancies, monitor fuel purchase cards, and maintain vehicle and equipment accountability records.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.

Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information