TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Military Grades: E-6 through E-9 or O-1 through O-3 Compatible Military Assignments: Immaterial GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training developing policies and administering the management of traffic programs, plans and directs traffic operations within the program and performs necessary technical work involved in obtaining economical and efficient transportation of equipment, supplies, and personnel in support of these operations.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Experience, education, or training, involving the movement of freight or passengers and determining transportation and operating costs. Experience participating in the direction and coordination of traffic management functions. Experience interpreting and providing routine advice on carrier tariffs and related routing guides.

Interpreting regulations/requirements and developing local policies to implement changes effectively. Experience applying applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning transportation and traffic procedures. Experience preparing reports and recommendations involving appeals, special permits, adjustments in rates and charges. Experience which involved negotiations with carriers on individual shipments or traffic movement. Experience in making effective presentations both orally and in writing.

Work Environment: Work is generally performed in an office or similar setting, which involves minimal risk or discomfort and requires normal safety precautions. Some exposure to moderate discomforts results from working in the warehouse and packing areas with low/high temperature, high humidity, or drafty or noisy conditions. There is also risk of physical injury when working around large crates and uncrated items.

Physical Effort: Work is primarily sedentary, although some physical effort is required when walking, standing, bending, or carrying light items. Occasionally lifts and carries parts, equipment, and packed containers when assisting subordinates with their work.

As a TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, GS-2130-09, you will support the Defense Movement Coordinator (DMC) with the planning and preparation of unit movement plans and management of military convoy operations. Perform other duties as assigned.