Summary
About the Position: Performs cargo stowage planning, overseeing/monitoring for the stowing and loading, planning and discharge of cargo including hazardous cargo aboard vessels; and terminal operations in direct support of loading or discharge operations. If you are not a current Army employee and would like to be considered for a Term Appointment NTE 13 MONTHS, please apply under Announcement MCGT-27-13085532-MP-R
Duties
Performs cargo stowage planning, overseeing/monitoring for the stowing and loading, planning and discharge of cargo including hazardous cargo aboard vessels; and terminal operations in direct support of loading or discharge operations.
Provides factual information, interprets technical transportation rules, regulations and contracts which affect the cost and efficiency of the traffic management programs of the battalion.
Plans and coordinates cargo loading and discharge by attending meetings and reviewing stow/discharge plans, vessel layout, cargo details, equipment, and incoming transport information.
Prepare plans to meet changes in workload, work priorities and deadlines. Develops Terminal Operations Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and reviews them annually for relevance.
During operations, detects any unsafe practices or other deficiencies found in loading or stowage and advises on ways to correct and expedite activities.
Resolves problems that may arise between government and contractor and works with all parties to include the contracting officer to resolve.
Acts as liaison between the vessels, military and civilian federal agencies, local authorities, the contractor workforce, and the staff.
Coordinates with and provides advice to Army Reserve Units training or operating at military or commercial terminals within the Battalion Area of Responsibility (AOR).
Education
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.