The Supervisory Mobility Transportation Specialist - Mobility Manager supervises/ensures the VTS and BT processes comply with regulatory guidance, while assuring program effectiveness. They serve as the Contracting Officer Representative for all transportation contracts, including common carrier, Special Mode, ambulance, and air ambulance. The incumbent is also responsible for working with state Veterans and Transportation Agencies and local transportation providers to establish expanded transportation networks to improve Veterans access to care.

Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Manages the Veterans Transportation Program at the facility which provides safe and reliable transportation to Veterans who require assistance traveling to and from VA health care facilities and authorized non-VA health care appointments within the Medical Center's catchment area;
• Orchestrates travel for eligible enrollees through mileage reimbursement and contracted travel modes;
• Plans, develops, evaluates, markets and directs key administrative activities in multiple programs related to transportation system for Veterans, active duty service members, Caregivers and others in metropolitan and rural/remote rural areas, especially those which are disabled, frail, elderly or receiving life dependent treatments (dialysis, chemo therapy, radiation therapy, etc.);
• Conducts complex and special studies for efficiency and productivity and recommends changes or improvements in work methods and procedures;
• Identifies resources (staffing, funding, equipment, facilities) required to support varied level of program operations;
• Manages transportation budget, analyzes organizational budgets, and provides advice and recommendations to Medical Center management, as appropriate, including critical budget areas and all Transportation program matters;
• Serves as Contracting Officer Representative for all transportation contracts, including common carrier, special mode, ambulance, and air ambulance;
• Provides consistent and effective outreach to community transit authorities;
• Coordinates the preparation and submission of recurring monthly, quarterly and annual performance improvement reports, management briefings, summaries, and a wide variety of nonrecurring reports;
• Assures performance measures and standards issued by various accrediting, regulatory, and higher agency authorities;
• Performs the full range of supervisory responsibilities to include but not limited to establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff; observes and evaluates employees' performance; provides advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters; hears and resolves minor complaints and grievances; reviews, approves or disapproves leave requests; adjusts work procedures among staff according to workload, etc.;
• Assures that all transportation staff obtains and maintains appropriate licenses, certifications and training appropriate for each position; and,
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• You will serve as a fleet consultant and a product support subject matter expert in the operation, maintenance, and product support of a wide variety of complex equipment, systems and platforms.
• You will ensure Capability Development Document (CDD) requirements for availability, reliability, sustainment, operations support cost, training and manpower are met.
• You will ensure development and implementation of derived requirements that support the CDD are included in ship specifications, contracts, and product support strategies.
• You will manage, monitor, evaluate, and coordinate the execution of Integrated Product Support (IPS) to ensure achievement of desired outcomes through development and implementation of appropriate product support arrangements.
• You will ensure all program requirements have proper product support for relevant, system-of-systems, and shipbuilding have support throughout their life cycle.
• You will develop, justify, and execute the product support budget for product support programs as well as working any programmatic issues.
• You will ensure systems product support strategy elements are incorporated into acquisition documentation, procurement specifications, contracts, and engineering documents.
• You will provide advice and guidance to internal and external stakeholders, on a wide range of product support issues to ensure all decisions comply with policy, guidance, regulatory directives and statutory law.
• You will conduct final reviews of all completed work to ensure valid technical concepts and methods have been applied.
• You will perform supervisory duties to include providing administrative and technical guidance, employee performance evaluations, identifying training needs, and workload management.

What will I do in this position if hired?

In this Local Hire (Logistics Specialist) position, you will provide subject matter expertise in logistics operations.

Typical assignments include:

• Reconciling items accurately including bill of lading, shipping documents, inventory lists, and property transfer reports.
• Loading and unloading trucks and assisting with the maintenance of the facilities.
• Submitting requests for supplies, equipment, personnel, teams, services, or commodities using FEMA-approved systems.
• Tracking requests, monitoring and placing orders, tracking shipping status, and reconciling discrepancies as directed using FEMA-approved systems.
• Receiving, inspecting and distributing equipment and other materials to proper recipients while maintaining accountability.

What else do I need to know?

This announcement is for a position as a FEMA Local Hire. Local Hire employees help FEMA respond to, recover from and mitigate hazards by performing a variety of emergency management functions which are not limited to disaster survivor assistance, conducting and verifying damage assessments, and providing administrative, financial and logistical support.

Local Hires are Temporary Positions. The Local Hire Program is an appointment type granted under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, Section 306 (b), which authorizes FEMA to appoint such temporary employees as necessary to accomplish work authorized under the Act. Appointments under this authority within FEMA are made to the excepted service and are nonpermanent in nature. A local hire's term of employment is 120 days. Local Hire appointments may be extended, in 120-day increments, based on the needs of the disaster.

FEMA is committed to ensuring that its workforce reflect the diversity of the nation. At FEMA, our workforce includes the many identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, ages, cultures, and beliefs of the people it serves. To learn about the ongoing diversity and inclusion efforts, reasonable accommodation process, and the FEMA Core Values, please visit www.fema.gov.

• Performs logistics management operations that involve planning, coordinating, or evaluating the logistical actions required to support a mission or another designated program.
• Identifies all activities that will be involved in providing needed logistical support.
• Integrates the actions required of each activity into a comprehensive logistics plan in support of or to be incorporated into overall program plans.
• Monitors progress toward meeting the logistics plan and to identify the cause and impact of delays or other problems.
• Adjusts plans and schedules for all related actions as required by delays or changes to logistics requirements.
• Evaluates plans for and provision of logistical support for feasibility, efficiency, and economy, and to develop alternatives when required.
• Serves as an SME for transportation matters manages, analyzes, coordinates, and plans transportation functions, including regulation of transportation services by the government.
• Fosters a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.

The position is responsible for providing executive-level management and oversight of the Office of Marine Safety (OMS), which investigates, analyzes, develops, and prepares detailed reports and proposed probable cause determinations of all major marine casualties that occur in the US or that involve US flagged vessels anywhere in the world.

Major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Plans, manages, directs, and evaluates the work of the OMS. Provides direction to professional engineers, marine accident investigators, and other technical and support staff to assure high quality marine accident investigations. Implements and exercises NTSB policies and guidelines.
• Manages the accident investigation process and oversees accident report preparation to ensure timely and appropriate response to the Board. Under delegated authority, initiates accident investigations to implement the NTSB Congressional mandate and NTSB priorities. Ensures all factors of accidents/incidents have been identified, objectively examined, and documented. Determines probable cause(s) of each accident.
• Develops a strategic and annual operating plan for the implementation of short-term and long-term objectives for the OMS.
• Coordinates OMS programs with other Federal, state, and local government agencies, industry groups, and foreign governments, as appropriate. Initiates activities aimed at promoting the public image of the work of the NTSB. Meets with high-ranking officials to develop and negotiate the implementation of national and international goals and objectives, as appropriate.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with international and domestic industry, safety groups, labor organizations, associations, Congress, Federal regulators, etc. Provides authoritative advice and expertise in the development of industry standards and regulations, technology, and new applications of existing technology. Provides Congressional testimony, as needed. Represents the NTSB and serves as a member of the U.S. delegation at international meetings on accident investigation issues.

THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT has an applicant limit of 50. Therefore, the announcement will close the day 50 applicants have been received, which may be before the date listed above.

The major duties of this position are:

• Provides a wide variety of personnel programs and services for the entire Board, including but not limited to: recruitment and staffing, classification, compensation, performance management, human capital initiatives, training and development, benefits and retirement programs, security/suitability , work-life programs, employee relations, time and attendance.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; adheres to Merit System Principles and Prohibited Personnel Practices.
• Creates and reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance, as well as develops standard operating procedures and job aids.
• Applies written and oral communication techniques sufficient to develop and deliver human resource initiatives, issuances, status/staff reports, and correspondence to managers to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations.

As a Management Analysis Officer, GS-0343-14, you will perform the following major duties:

Responsible for the development of plans and programs, policies, and procedures, and assists the Directors by providing guidance, advice and counsel on policy matters, human resources, office operations, product management, assets, and other functions of the Office. Also responsible for Office level oversight of advocacy, forums, and symposia.

Responds to time-critical requests from the Director and Deputy Director regarding special, one-time, and long-term projects.

Develops or assists the Deputy Director in development and application of plans, programs, processes, policies, and procedures for the Office; uses data analytics to evaluate program operations and identify efficiencies; and recommend changes in work methods, policies and organizational structure to improve program results, and efficiently utilize assets.

Works with the Deputy Director in developing strategic plans for the implementation of short-term and long-term objectives for the Office and is responsible for the documentation of office policy and measurements for Agency-wide reporting requirements.

Evaluates product development processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and other improvement opportunities; develops, recommends and upon approval from the Deputy Director implements changes to improve the quality and effectiveness of these processes as needed; coordinates and participates in modal work and report planning meetings.

Serves as the division lead for NTSB's Annual Report to Congress, liaises with agency stakeholders on the review and comment process, researches and provides current investigative data and media necessary for the report, sources multiple regulatory databases for information related to the division as necessary.

In coordination with OMS managers, develops and manages an external communications program within OMS; reviews and assists in the coordination of press releases and other social media with the Office of Communications; manages participation of events associated with Most Wanted List items.

Oversees OMS training, individual development plans, advocacy, and outreach activities.

The Human Resources Specialist (LER):

• Serves as an authoritative expert on all aspects of OST labor and employee relations (LER) programs to include adverse action proceedings, bargaining and contract management, and performance management, among others. Also provides consultation and guidance on other related programs such as reasonable accommodations, the prevention of harassment in the workplace, and suitability.
• Works in a confidential capacity and provides authoritative advice and guidance to top level political and career officials on a wide variety of sensitive and highly complex LER issues.
• Develops policy through research and analysis of law and regulations, evaluates proposed legislation and regulations, and formulates OST position and drafts policy and guidance on issues relating to program responsibilities such as LER, reasonable accommodations, and prevention of harassment.
• Serves as the OST representative in agency negotiations, discussions, working groups, and both formal and informal advisory forums to present, defend, and negotiate positions as a recognized representative of senior administrative management.
• Conducts administrative investigations which may include investigations conducted under the agency’s prevention of harassment policy framework. Drafts in-depth and analytical reports of investigation which will serve as the basis for management officials to make informed and effective decisions on administrative actions needed to resolve issues as they arise.

The ideal candidate for this position is a human resources professional with experience advising managers and senior leaders on complex labor and employee relations matters and who possesses strong research and analytical skills that can be applied when encountering non-routine issues/matters. The candidate must possess excellent communications skills (both verbally and in writing), which are leveraged to resolve conflicts, facilitate negotiations, and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

The Deputy Associate Director:

• Serves as a recognized Office and Departmental authority for National Security Council coordination and policy matters to ensure appropriate Departmental representation for National Security Council meetings, respond to National Security Council inquiries, and assist senior executive leadership with meeting preparation, attendance, and follow-up.
• Receives classified meeting materials from the National Security Council and across the Federal Government; reviews as appropriate for Division, Office, and Departmental equities; and ensures proper handling, distribution, and storage.
• Serves as the lead analyst for policy and has supervisory responsibilities in three primary areas: staff coordination and representation with National Security Council and equivalent policy-making organizations, Departmental policy review, and inter-departmental planning and coordination.
• Steers staff development of DOT policy goals and objectives with impacts for national security and emergency preparedness topics; develops and implements long-range plans and strategies; helps determine Division staffing requirements, priorities, and performance evaluations   

The ideal candidate for this position is a motivated, self-reliant individual who can effectively write for leadership, coordinate with internal and external partners, assess Departmental equities within interagency initiatives, adapt to shifting priorities, and direct and supervise others' department-level interagency coordination for various national security policy and preparedness topics.

The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure the equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation.  As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome.  If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.

Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief Information Officer, the Associate Chief Information Officer (ACIO) for Application and Digital Solutions leads the Office and advises the DOT CIO on enhanced application development and digital solution strategies to optimize business processes and achieve DOT's strategic goals.

The Associate CIO provides expert guidance and insight regarding an array of technology initiatives and develops recommendations and strategies to facilitate their implementation in a strategic and innovative manner. The candidate also serves as an expert on DOT’s application development and digital solution initiatives, providing guidance to OCIO leadership on system modernization in a manner consistent with DOT’s mission and program objectives.

The ACIO establishes a clear vision for modernizing and stabilizing systems managed at DOT. Serves as a digital solutions adviser, steward for improving system stability, liaison for implementing modern techniques, and developer of new digital solutions. The incumbent serves as the principal advisor to OCIO leadership, introducing new technologies and digital transformation strategies for applications throughout DOT and the national transportation infrastructure. Stimulates the use of innovative solutions by: providing guidance during program planning, resource acquisition, and allocation processes; participating in the program systems planning processes as a thought leader and change agent; and developing supporting plans that are aligned to DOT’s strategic goals.

The ACIO encourages the utilization of emerging technology to improve services and reduce costs. The incumbent analyzes IT resources to better match capabilities with technology demands and overall Departmental interests. The incumbent continuously advises top leadership on major IT products and/or service delivery issues and recommends improvements to IT initiatives, as appropriate.

This is a non-bargaining unit position.


The initial application review cut-off for this job announcement is 100 applications. The first 100 applications received will be considered first. Applications received after the initial cut-off number (100 applications) may not receive consideration unless otherwise requested by management. If management requests additional certificates, applicants will continue to be reviewed in groups of 100 in the order they applied.

What Logistics contributes to Cardinal Health

Logistics plans, controls and implements processes for the storage and movement of finished goods and materials to drive operational efficiency in the organization's supply chain. This job family develops strategies for the use of internal Transportation capabilities versus third party logistics services. Logistics tracks all movement of product throughout each step in the supply chain, proactively identifies logistical risks, and addresses logistical issues to ensure on-time fulfillment of customer commitments.

Location: Greenwood, SC, working on-site 3x/week.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily execution of Middle mile shipments from assigned Manufacturing Plants and Cross Docks to forward distribution centers and our customers.
• Resolve problems concerning distribution, carrier, fleet, and customer issues associated with delivery and logistics flow.
• Manage daily on-time performance including departure and delivery.
• Manage financial components for middle mile deliveries including the assets utilization and shipment mode optimization.
• Support root cause identification/day-to-day execution, resolution of challenges/opportunities, customer implementation/disengagement.
• Deliver process improvements that drive efficiency and help to ensure budget accountability and savings opportunity identification.
• Coordinate daily and weekly carrier performance reviews as well as support carrier RFPs as needed in partnership with the Network Performance and Procurement teams.
• Support the development and implementation of our enterprises products and systems.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including logistics service providers, carriers, customers, and customer teams to ensure alignment and collaboration in achieving enterprise logistics goals.
• Support cross functional teams in driving continuous improvement in Logistics Operations, including identifying areas for process improvement, cost reduction, and optimization of deliveries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience preferred
• 5+ years experience supporting the logistics / transportation industry preferred
• Experience partnering with Carriers and working through Carrier resolution strongly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft office
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
• May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
• Works on complex projects of large scope
• Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
• Completes work independently receives general guidance on new projects
• Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
• May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

Anticipated salary range: $56,900 - $81,300

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 04/21/2024 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Put away palletized units by lifting forks for placement into racks above floor height
• Pick palletized units out of rack locations above floor height and set up for outbound shipment 
• May choose and record materials, weight, counts, and condition of food items via Radio Frequency (RF) system 
• Load and unload materials on and off pallets, skids, or lifting device 
• Read and follow computerized work orders to determine quantities, types of products to be shipped and the location of requested items in the warehouse
• Document and report damages and discrepancies to supervisors or leads
• May need to pack, seal, and label materials/pallets for shipping using Radio Frequency (RF) scanning equipment to document and verify counts of picked items; otherwise, ensure all palletized stock is securely wrapped before placement on racks or transporting through the warehouse
• Complete daily forklift maintenance/check sheet
• Monitor battery charge and leave material handling equipment at the designated storage area; may need to maintain and clean batteries, depending on site
• Alert appropriate leader of any issues with the product or materials and await directions to rectify the problem
• Help clean and organize the warehouse at the end or throughout the shift 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)

• Must be able to identify products through reading, interpreting, and scanning or manually inputting pallet identification numbers
• Basic math skills  
• Ability to understand instructions in Country's official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics
• Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20 Fahrenheit/-25 Celsius in cold storage sites or up to 100 Fahrenheit/37 Celsius in dry storage sites while wearing company provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs./18 kgs.; weight may be more dependent upon facility 

• Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed 
• Must be comfortable with various noise levels, at times, can be loud

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation.  Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Benefits

Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.