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This Transportation Security Manager position is located at Des Moines International Airport (DSM), Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to:

• Managing screening checkpoints that are central to TSA objectives that serve to protect the traveling public by preventing any deadly or dangerous objects from being transported onto an aircraft.
• Recognizing and recommending correction of improper use or application of equipment, providing guidance to subordinates, and answering routine questions presented by subordinates.
• Managing and supporting the collections of various performance metrics in an effort to identify areas in need of process improvement and systemic or individual weaknesses, vulnerabilities, or inefficiencies in the screening process.
• Coordinating national and local crisis management and incident response protocols.
• Recognizing and understanding the customer service needs of the traveling public and balances these needs with safety and security in mind.
• Working cooperatively with airport stakeholders in furtherance of the TSA mission.
• Monitoring individual performance and providing frequent communication in order to promote screener development.

• As a Transportation Assistant, you will:
• Prepare, amend, and revoke transportation military orders for recruits and enlistees assigned to all Services.
• Ensure the Travel Program operates within compliance of the Inspector General (IG), Staff Assistance Visit (SAV), and Command Inspection Program (CIP) standards.
• Manage and verify shipping projections using e-Orders Shipping Register and United States Military Entrance Processing Command Integrated Resource System (USMIRS).
• Resolve issues in a professional manner on a recurring basis for unexpected transportation related matters.
• Serve as a Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) ensuring the designated government travel company adheres to travel contract requirements, reviewing production activities and analyzing support quality effectiveness.
• Perform monthly, annual, and change of transportation specialist or acting transportation officer inventory, as required, on all transportation accountable forms.
• Perform extensive coordination and transaction with service liaisons, USMEPCOM Headquarters, CI Travel, and all service DFAS.
• Perform reconciliation of Centrally Billed Accounts (CBAs), using accepted practices to resolve problems and deviations.
• Manage and issue the Department of Treasury meal checks and meal tickets to recruits.
• Coordinate with five (5) Service liaisons ensuring any issues regarding recruit travel have been addressed.
• Conduct comprehensive transportation briefings, to all recruits prior to leaving the MEPS, ensuring all applicants understand what to expect during their travel.

• Develops and manages SDDC’s input into the Joint Training System (JTS) in accordance with the Joint Training Manual for the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Provides technical expertise for the four JTS phases: 1) Requirements; 2) Plans; 3) Execution; and 4) Assessment.
• Provides guidance to Command leadership and SDDC-aligned Active and Reserve Component units regarding improvement of their training programs.
• Utilizes databases and established systems (i.e., Defense Training Management System (DTMS)) to track mandatory training for Command military and functional civilian personnel, Command-wide for the Semi-Annual Operations and Training Briefings.
• Responsible for reviewing and updating proposed and existing joint and Army-specific regulations/publications related to SDDC training and exercises.
• Conducts analysis to determine the need for new or updated doctrine.
• Coordinates with SDDC Headquarters staff sections and aligned Active and Reserve Component units regarding periodic submission of training readiness metrics.

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the command level senior technical expert and focal point for the execution of nuclear air operations. Applying Air Force military rated aviator experience, plans, directs, organizes and determines necessary policies, regulations, directives, instructions, programs, projects, doctrine, methods and procedures of Air Mobility Command nuclear enterprise forces.

• Serves as senior command nuclear air transportation expert at HQ AMC.
• Performs substantial, extensive, in-depth analysis of AFTRANS nuclear execution force operational problems, methods, procedures and techniques and the potential impact on strategic air assets.
• Represents HQ AMC/A3/10NTwith a variety of installation and functional area organizations.
• Uses expert knowledge of Air Force military aircrew, unit and HHQ to draft, analyze, develop, and evaluate detailed plans, planning factors, tasks, and objectives for long-range implementation of assigned plans and operational concepts.

The Student Trainee (Transportation Program Specialist) Pathways Intern will:

• Assist the Office Director in oversight of FTA-funded projects and provides project management advice and direction to regional programs to assist in the implementation and completion of capital, operating and planning grants. be responsible for the oversight aspects and project management aspects of FTA projects. Maintains records for grantees regarding project status, Triennial Reviews (TR), FTA grantee reviews, audits, and maintains computer program tracking system on each.
• Assist the Office Director in the review of grant applications for planning, capital and operating assistance. be responsible for developing and recommending for approval grant amendments, letters of no prejudice, advance construction authority, and other financial assistance instruments pursuant to 49 USC 5307, 5309, and other grant sections, and appropriate provisions of Title 23 USC. Consider all current requirements and documents the rationale for approval, rejection or other action.
• Prepare briefing papers, statistical and narrative reports on a broad range of regional office and grantee activities and in support of policy and procedural decisions for use by the Regional Administrator and/or headquarters.
• Review financial and progress reports on capital, operating and planning projects and determines whether project is proceeding as scheduled. Prepare correspondence asking for further explanations on deviations or problems, if required, as a basis for corrective action.

The ideal candidate for this position is in the Pathways Internship Program that is designed to attract students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions to work in agencies and explore careers while still in school.

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a first level supervisor providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory logistics management specialist employees assigned to Contractor Logistics Support (CLA) and Cost Per Flying Hour (CPFH) Branch, Logistics Resources and Integration Division, Logistics Directorate, HQ AMC.

• Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Logistics Directorate HQ AMC, ensuring that the CLS and CPFH Branch complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customers needs.
• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.
• Represents, Logistics Resources and Integration Division, Logistics Directorate, HQ AMC with a variety of installation and functional area organizations.
• Serves as branch chief CLS and Cost Per Flying Hour resource management activities, provides technical and administrative guidance to subordinate specialists/analysts.

1. Evaluates, develops and directs overall aircraft maintenance planning policies and programs applicable during contingency operations for all Air Mobility Command (AOR) locations throughout the US Transportation Command area of responsibility (AOR).
2. Plans logistics aircraft maintenance support for the warfighting Commands by working with the Air Staff, other Services, USTRANSCOM, and other Unified Commands, AMC and other MAJCOMS throughout DOD to determine aircraft maintenance requirements in support of major and smaller scale contingencies.
3. From an operational perspective, represents the AMC logistics Aircraft Maintenance community at higher management-level meetings within the organization, and at MAJCOM, HQ, DOD, and other agencies.
4. Develops and manages aircraft maintenance deliberate plans, Designated Operational Capacity (DOC) statements, TPFDDS, Resource Readiness Review (RRR) inputs and leads the review team for site surveys/SATAFs.

• Logistics management responsibilities. Is responsible for projects/studies that involve substantial breadth and depth of analysis of a major air transportation and logistics program area.
• Responsible for management of one or more programs. Monitors and adjusts programs based on funding and direction from senior leadership.
• Analyzes air transportation logistics issues and develops AMC policy. Responsible for data analysis, developing new methods and recommending policy changes.
• Develops briefings. Prepares, schedules, and delivers briefings and oral/written presentations as requested.
• Conduct logistics projects that require analysis of interrelated issues to analyze and make recommendations.

As a SUPERVISORY LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST at the GS-0346-14 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Logistics Sustainment Division, Automatic Identification Technology (AIT)/In Transit Visibility (ITV) Implementation Branch ensuring branch personnel comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.
• Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules.
• Identify employee developmental needs and provides or arranges for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain and improve job performance.
• Establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with TCC's, Unified Commands, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Staff, Military Services, Defense Logistics Agency, General Services Administration, other DOD and Federal level agencies, and commercial transportation organizations.
• Provide deployment, distribution and logistics expertise for joint capabilities development policy, issues, and processes.

• Supervises a team of GS and wage grade employees in achieving and supporting specific tasks related to USACE owned and/or leased facilities, the personal property maintenance program, supply programs and transportation programs.
• Performs staff visits and customer assistance visits to field activities to provide technical assistance and to monitor status of program execution in all areas of logistics management.
• Provides budgetary recommendations to the Regional Logistics Manager (RLM) concerning logistics operating budget for the Districts Logistics Office and recommends allocation and reallocation of funds to meet mission needs.
• Administer plans and procedures, and implements regulations to support continuing and effective logistical operations for organizations and employees housed primarily in an office environment.
• Manages the assigned real property management program to include all facilities except the civil works project specific property; e.g. locks, dams and power plants.
• Identifies training needs, coaches and mentors staff members in problem solving and work methods, resolves complaints of employees and effects minor disciplinary measures.
• Performs logistics internal management control reviews and QA assessments of project sites and operations for compliance and assurance that proper controls are in place, operational, and effective to properly manage all Corps logistics assets.

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Major Command (MAJCOM) Airfield Information Analyst for Air Mobility Command (AMC) who manages and directs airfield suitability operations, and who also researches, reviews, gathers, documents and evaluates aeronautical information, and makes updates and recommendations regarding airfield suitability and operating restrictions for AMC aircraft conducting worldwide missions.

• Accomplishes command airfield suitability assessment and review processes.
• Manages and operates the command airfield help desk.
• Controls, updates and manages information and communications vital to Air Mobility Command (At'1C) airfield suitability.
• Technical advisor to command staff regarding airfield suitability and associated information, restrictions and remarks.
• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of applicable publications, operating instructions and policy documents required to accomplish command airfield suitability processes.

Serves as an ATSS with the Technical Support Operations Group. Performs a variety of functions directly related to the operation of the NAS. Responsibilities include integration, restoration, testing and evaluation of new advanced services or service components, hardware/software systems and processes. Applies comprehensive technical knowledge to protect the integrity of all components and systems to provide NAS service delivery. The work performed at this level requires technical expertise on complex systems and/or emerging technology, systems interrelationships and management of the NAS.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence. Provides the highest organizational level of technical support associated with analyzing, designing, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible.

As a principal specialist/expert for major projects and/or program areas resolves unique technical problems without managerial intervention, providing coordination and suggesting solutions. Plans, coordinates, and performs work with a high degree of independence, keeping the supervisor advised of only the most critical issues. Can be called upon to assist with repair and/or restore service or systems, providing guidance on the availability of back-up systems, recommending reconfiguration to minimize service interruptions to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the NAS.

Carries out work in accordance with overall plans and objectives of the organization, resolving problems as they arise and making adjustments as necessary to handle unanticipated situations and organizational needs. This work includes responsibility for evaluating diagnostic data from multiple systems that are integrated to support a network of services or service products.

Collaborates with system users, planners, engineers, and contractor personnel for the acceptance of new or modified systems and provide assistance for resolving problems with the installation or improvements. Develops recommendations for enhancing efficiency of systems by modification and application of existing or emerging technology.

Provides training, mentoring, guidance and advice to FAA employees, contractors and other organizations as needed. Supervisor rarely reviews completed.

Integrates Operational Risk Management (ORM) into all planned activities ensuring that all customers users of services are included and involved in implementation and planning. Utilizes appropriate Personal Safety Training and supplied Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when engaged in restoration and maintenance activities. Ensures all involved parties utilize PPE for the task appropriately. Contacts are both internal and external. Represents the organization as the primary technical point of contact on projects, programs, and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or to obtain information and resolve problems. Meets and consults with representatives of external organizations such as DoD, airport management, contractors, utility companies and foreign governments to resolve problems of mutual concern and to elicit cooperation and action favorable to FAA needs. Performs other duties as assigned. Incumbent must possess a valid driver's license.

Maintain currency on electrical safety, fall protection authorized person level-II and airport driver/runway safety. Duties include climbing antenna masts and ladders, lifting up to 50 pounds, working on elevated surfaces, and working in outdoor environments. Work assignments can be physical and strenuous in nature. May require flexible work schedule such as night and weekend hours. This can include variable start and stop shift hours.

Serves as an Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (FAA Enterprise Network Services) with the Technical Support Operations Group (TSOG). Performs a variety of functions directly related to the operation of the NAS. Responsibilities include integration, restoration, testing and evaluation of new advanced services or service components, hardware/software systems and processes. Applies comprehensive technical knowledge to protect the integrity of all components and systems to provide NAS service delivery. The work performed at this level requires technical expertise on complex systems and/or emerging technology, systems interrelationships and management of the NAS.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence. Provides the highest organizational level of technical support associated with analyzing, designing, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible.

As a principal specialist/expert for major projects and/or program areas resolves unique technical problems without managerial intervention, providing coordination and suggesting solutions. Plans, coordinates, and performs work with a high degree of independence, keeping the supervisor advised of only the most critical issues. Can be called upon to assist with repair and/or restore service or systems, providing guidance on the availability of back-up systems, recommending reconfiguration to minimize service interruptions to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the NAS.

Carries out work in accordance with overall plans and objectives of the organization, resolving problems as they arise and making adjustments as necessary to handle unanticipated situations and organizational needs. This work includes responsibility for evaluating diagnostic data from multiple systems that are integrated to support a network of services or service products.

Collaborates with system users, planners, engineers, and contractor personnel for the acceptance of new or modified systems and provide assistance for resolving problems with the installation or improvements. Develops recommendations for enhancing efficiency of systems by modification and application of existing or emerging technology.

Provides training, mentoring, guidance and advice to FAA employees, contractors and other organizations as needed. Supervisor rarely reviews completed.

Integrates Operational Risk Management (ORM) into all planned activities ensuring that all customers users of services are included and involved in implementation and planning. Utilizes appropriate Personal Safety Training and supplied Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when engaged in restoration and maintenance activities. Ensures all involved parties utilize PPE for the task appropriately. Contacts are both internal and external. Represents the organization as the primary technical point of contact on projects, programs, and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or to obtain information and resolve problems. Meets and consults with representatives of external organizations such as DoD, airport management, contractors, utility companies and foreign governments to resolve problems of mutual concern and to elicit cooperation and action favorable to FAA needs.

Duties may include climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, walking up several flights of stairs, working on elevated surfaces, and/or working in/out door environments. Work assignments can be physical and strenuous in nature. Work assignments may require a flexible work schedule, i.e. nights, weekends, variables start/stop times.

Performs other duties as assigned. Incumbent must possess a valid driver's license.

• Develop and maintain operating procedures which concern more than one area, to provide consistency in the application of entitlements and services provided to customers.
• Serves as the Transportation Division Chief responsible for oversight and coordination of the installation transportation program.
• Maintains overview of program accomplishments and manpower utilization.
• Approves transportation entitlements as dictated by the Joint Travel Regulation (JTR).
• Inspects activities for compliance with policy, regulatory, and program requirements.
• Develops the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) forecasted requirements for the Installation Transportation activities.
• Oversee a workforce comprised of both in house and/or contractor personnel performing various logistical functions.
• Ensure work planning, production, quality of work, internal personnel administration, observance of regulatory criteria, and/or other similar matters meet project goals.

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Salary Information: The salary range for Chicago, IL (ORD - Chicago O'Hare International Airport) is $44,180 to $61,657 or $21.17 to $29.54 per hour and includes locality pay of 30.41%.

This Transportation Security Officer position is located in Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a Transportation Security Officer (TSOs) within Security Operations (SO), you will provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner. Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Operating various screening equipment and technology to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft.
• Performing searches and screening, which may include physical interaction with passengers (e.g., pat-downs, search of property, etc.), conducting bag searches and lifting/carrying bags, bins, and property weighing up to 50lbs.
• Controlling terminal entry and exit points.
• Interacting with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries.
• Maintaining focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment which includes noise from alarms, machinery and people, crowd distractions, time pressure, and disruptive and angry passengers, in order to preserve the professional ability to identify and locate potentially life threatening or mass destruction devices, and to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situations.
• Engaging in continuous development of critical thinking skills, necessary to mitigate actual and potential security threats, by identifying, evaluating, and applying appropriate situational options and approaches. This may include application of risk-based security screening protocols that vary based on program requirements.
• Retaining and implementing knowledge of all applicable Standard Operating Procedures, demonstrating responsible and dependable behavior, and is open to change and adapts to new information or unexpected obstacles.