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TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force
United States Space Force

Summary

Purpose: To serve as a supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over non-supervisory employees assigned to the Ground Transportation Element.

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Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
02/24/2026 to 03/02/2026
Salary
$45,420 to - $108,251 per year
Pay scale & grade
NH 2
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Buckley AFB, CO
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
6V-AFPC-12886531-135610-KKO
Control number
858602300

Duties

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  • Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Ground Transportation Element within the Logistics Readiness Squadron, ensuring customer support complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.
  • Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Responsible for controlling/dispatching assigned vehicles and operators, motivation of workers, organizing and making individual work assignments.
  • Represents the Ground Transportation Element with a variety of installation and functional area organizations.
  • Plans and directs the operations of the installation's ground transportation services. Maintains vehicle dispatch logs, records, and reports.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • May be required to travel TDY as directed by management, sometimes on short notice and including overnight stays, traveling by military or commercial aircraft or by any other designated means.
  • 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 position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evening or weekends. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
  • Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • A security clearance may be required

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the general experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule, Administrative and Management Positions, Transportation Specialist Series 2101

General experience is described as: 3 years of progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4, that demonstrates the ability to: Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; Plan and organize work; and Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of general experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include: Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of vehicle ground transportation concepts, policies, principles, and methodology to identify, analyze, and resolve vehicle operations issues and problems. Knowledge of organizational missions, objectives, and procedures prominent in the DoD Transportation System and vehicle operations functions. Broad knowledge of federal agencies practices and commercial procedures to manage efficient and effective vehicle operations functions. Broad knowledge of federal agencies practices and commercial procedures to manage efficient and effective vehicle operations that meets customer's needs. Knowledge of over the road hazardous and or explosive cargo movement procedures and compatibility. Knowledge of tractor-trailer and related load characteristics. Knowledge in using various automated operating systems.
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EDUCATION:
4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, in accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts


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:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of vehicle ground transportation concepts, policies, principles, and methodology to identify, analyze, and resolve vehicle operations issues and problems.
  • Knowledge of organizational missions, objectives, and procedures prominent in the DoD Transportation System and vehicle operations functions. Knowledge of and skill in using various automated operating systems
  • Broad knowledge of federal agencies practices and commercial procedures to manage efficient and effective vehicle operations that meets customer's needs.
  • Knowledge of over the road hazardous and/or explosive cargo movement procedures and compatibility. Knowledge of tractor-trailer and related load characteristics.
  • Skill in using considerable tact, sound judgment, and mental stability to performing duties efficiently.
  • Ability to work under pressure of heavy workloads, multiple operations, and late changing requirements. Ability to make decisions without hesitation or benefit of complete information. Ability to read and comprehend AF, DoD, and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations/instructions, and other work-related publications.

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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-02 equivalent to a GS-05 to GS-11."Salary Range: This is an NH-02 position with full salary potential within that band, however the initial salary range offered for this position will be $45,420.00 to $108,251.00 which includes locality pay percentage, unless statutory or regulatory rules prevail. Follow on salary increases based on contribution MAY be earned within the full salary of the NH-02 pay band."

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING:
Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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