TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Title 32) with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties (1) Serves as primary state representative and point of contact for all DOD highway movements. Coordinates directly with the state Department of Transportation (DOT) to determine highway availability, restrictions, permit requirements and changes or additions to the State Highway Network Database. Approves requests for use of the highway network by utilizing the approved federal operating system, and then issues movement orders. (2) Coordinates directly with the USPFO Traffic Manager to obtain necessary commercial transportation support. Ensures requirements necessary to execute the plans have been identified and coordinated. Ensures proper handling of special and unique movement requirements. Uses and interprets U.S. Forces Command (FORSCOM) and Army regulations, technical manuals, traffic bulletins/regulations, federal and DOT regulations. (3) Exercises functional authority to manage and coordinate the movement of DOD convoys during peacetime, mobilization and deployment. Serves as the Command Transportation Officer and represents the DCS G-4 on transportation matters involving movement of personnel, equipment and supplies, both domestically and internationally, using military transportation assets. Serves as principle representative for military transportation matters and for planning and executing unit movements. Directs, oversees and provides technical guidance for preparation, maintenance and execution of movement plans for mobilization and deployment. Coordinates military surface and air movements with appropriate DOD, federal and state agencies to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. (4) Coordinates, obtains and issues, with DOT approval, permits for oversized, overweight and hazardous vehicles and cargo; and then coordinate's movements. Develops and maintains liaison with state and local government offices, military officials of all services and state, local and federal enforcement agencies. (5) Analyzes military transportation capabilities and provides compiled data to appropriate agencies. Plans and coordinates the movement portion of exercises. Evaluates exercises and makes recommendations for corrections of noted deficiencies. Prepares and coordinates movement portions of the Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) Mobilization Plan. Develops mobilization procedures for review, validation and approval; directs submission of movement plans and data. Validates and approves completed plans and data, to include commercial requirements. (6) Develops programs of instruction for training Intermediate Command Unit Movement Officers (IC-UMO) in all areas of unit movement and execution. Assists IC-IMO in training Unit Movement Officers (UMO). (7) Serves as primary point of contact and state mission authority for Special Assigned Air Missions (SAAM). Coordinates directly with Air Mobility Command (AMC) to obtain necessary aircraft. Observes airfield operations and assists the moving unit as required during execution of the movement. (8) Coordinates with the DCS G-4 Plans & Policy Officer in the establishment of command transportation policy and other transportation requirements. (9) Coordinates movement planning requirements and JFHQ inspections of unit mobilization plans. Observes required testing of unit load plans. Conducts annual coordination visits to DOD installations.(10) Serves as manager for the State Highway Network Database. Develops and publishes procedures for collecting, evaluating and monitoring the information necessary to modify the network databases to meet DOD movement requirements. Coordinates with NGB and with outside contractors for additions, deletions, and changes to the network database. (11) Represents the CONUSA Commander as DOD representative of the state DOT Emergency Highway Traffic Regulation (EHTR) Center, when activated by the governor. Advises civil authorities and military commanders on EHTR requirements and procedures. Provides input and maintains the military portion of the EHTR regulation. (12) Organizes and oversees the operation of the State Movement Control Center (SMCC). Schedules and coordinates DOD surface movements through the approved federal operating system. Monitors movement of DOD units; resolves conflicts, receives and forwards movement reports to appropriate DOD and state agencies. Coordinates changes to priorities and revises pre-planned movement schedules. (13) Maintains and manages the unit movement data (UMD) for state ARNG units. Coordinates and submits UMD to the appropriate DOD agencies. (14) Provides technical expertise on hazardous materials (HAZMAT) shipments to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Coordinates with DOD, state and local officials on policies and procedures governing HAZMAT shipments by all modes of transportation. Provides non-certification HAZMAT training for unit movement officers. DUTIES CONTINUED UNDER EDUCATION Requirements Conditions of Employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership in the military grade listed below. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Military Grades: Enlisted/Warrant Officer/Officer Minimum Grade - SFC (E-7) Maximum Grade - MAJ (O-4) Compatible Military Assignments: Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Army National Guard. IMPORTANT NOTES (AS APPLICABLE): Upon selection for this position, individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation. A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position. Failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment. A pre-placement physical is required if not already current. Upon selection, must complete mandatory Full-Time Support (FTS) Training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment (if applicable, training will be coordinated by the supervisor). Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion, as determined by the Human Resources Office (HRO). Technicians will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader (Grade Inversion). Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed by the position (see Military Grade Requirement above) may apply; however, they must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS ARE LISTED UNDER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience that provided a general knowledge and under-standing of traffic or transportation programs or operations. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Experience, education, or training performing, administering, or supervising technical and analytical work concerned with planning, development and execution of traffic policies and programs. Experience interpreting applicable Federal, State, and local laws, and regulations concerning transportation and traffic procedures. Knowledge of transportation requirements and systems for specific geographic areas (International and Continental United States). Education DUTIES CONTINUED: (15) Manages the State General Services (GSA) lease Vehicle Program (less recruiting and retention vehicle program). Ensures leased vehicles are managed in accordance with regulatory guidance. Coordinates with Property Book Officer's in maintaining required records for the GSA leased vehicle program. (16) Responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and verifying serviceability of Army containers. Inspects container and submits maintenance report to the Container Control Officer (CCO) for entry into the Army Container Asset Management System (ACAMS). Coordinates with the CCO at the USPFO to ensure property book accountability and movement of containers. Reviews International Organization (ISO) and storage container requests prior to submission to Army Intermodal & Distribution Platform Management Office (AIDPMO). (17) Responsible for the work of assigned personnel. Performs the supervisory and managerial responsibilities. Assigns work to functional staff members in accordance with established organization mission and functions, workload fluctuations and personnel availability. Defines and interprets governing policies, procedures and regulations. Provides financial advice and renders decisions on major problems. Reviews operating procedures and policies with respect to the desired performance objectives of management. Advises management of operating areas at risk of not achieving desired performance and recommends corrective actions. Develops or directs the development of new or changed internal operating procedures and instructions. Assigns and reviews work daily, weekly or monthly; ensures production and accuracy requirements are met; approves leave; and recommends performance standards and ratings. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjust short-term priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns duties to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments and capabilities of employees. Advises, counsels or instructs the employees on both work and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for vacant positions and recommends appointments, promotions, or reassignments to such positions. Hears and resolves complaints from employees referring group grievances and more serious unresolved com

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