Total 4 Transportation / Logistics job vacancies in 0905 Columbia MD

Please Note: Employees will be required to report to their assigned office location at least 2 day per week for non-supervisory positions and 3 days per week for supervisory/managerial positions unless the position advertised is designated as a remote-only position.

This position is in the Office of the Senior Vice President of Board Authorized Finance (OBAF) of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM, the Bank) and is assigned to the Engineering and Environment Division (E&E). E&E supports OBAF's focus on the Bank's Medium- and Long-term portfolios through assessments of technical feasibility and compliance with established environmental and social requirements for projects prior to authorization, monitoring of technical and environmental performance following authorization, and application of several key agency policies throughout the lifecycle of the transaction. E&E also supports the Bank's Short-term portfolio through issue-specific eligibility determinations.

This position is located in the Technical Engineer group of E&E. This group is responsible for evaluating EXIM transactions to identify technical risks and confirm the technical feasibility of the complex projects seeking EXIM's financial support utilizing good engineering practice, and to determine eligibility for support with respect to EXIM requirements, policies and guidelines throughout the transaction life cycle.The primary responsibility of the position is to accomplish mining engineering technical reviews and monitoring of transactions for foreign projects that are subject to compliance with EXIM's statutory requirements and financial lending procedures, policies, and guidelines.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluates the technical feasibility and assesses the technical risks of projects in the mining, mineral processing and/or civil engineering sectors with respect to industry best practices and relevant engineering guidelines.
• Prepares detailed written reports/analyses for inclusion in transaction Board memoranda describing the project, including the evaluation of the technical feasibility of the design and implementation plan, reasonableness of proposed project costs and schedules, identification and assessment of technical risks and alignment with EXIM eligibility criteria.
• Provides technical expertise on potential or pending mining engineering applications, components, and industry activities for EXIM Bank.
• Provides under limited supervision, technical expertise on a broad range of mining engineering specialties which may include, but are not limited to mining, fluid mechanics, rock mechanics, mineral economics, coal characteristics and minerals processing.
• Participates in the work of a transaction team of specialists as the mining engineering technical expert and provides consultation on mining engineering concepts applicable to the projects. Under supervision, works with the deal team on mining aspects of agreements, and support of transactions throughout the life of the transaction.
• Performs due diligence on projects to include analysis of project contracts and supporting documents, site inspections, review of project construction progress and monitoring of operational performance.
• Serves as a primary liaison with applicants on technical matters and on specific policies that are administered by the Engineering and Environment Division to facilitate reasonable and timely resolution of issues identified during the due diligence process.
• Prepares formal technical and/or environmental & social analysis memoranda to inform the Bank's Board of Directors as to the technical feasibility of subject projects, adherence to relevant policies and compliance with EXIM's Environmental & Social Due Diligence Procedures and Guidelines.
• Advises the Board of Directors of identified technical and environmental & social risks associated with proposed project activities, and of the adequacy of associated risk mitigation measures.
• Provides general technical information, explanations, and interpretations of EXIM policies to non-technical personnel of the Bank and maintains an information base of technical books, periodicals, files, and industry contacts

Please Note: Employees will be required to report to their assigned office location at least 2 day per week for non-supervisory positions and 3 days per week for supervisory/managerial positions unless the position advertised is designated as a remote-only position.

This position is in the Office of the Senior Vice President of Board Authorized Finance (OBAF) of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM, the Bank) and is assigned to the Engineering and Environment Division (E&E). E&E supports OBAF's focus on the Bank's Medium- and Long-term portfolios through assessments of technical feasibility and compliance with established environmental and social requirements for projects prior to authorization, monitoring of technical and environmental performance following authorization, and application of several key agency policies throughout the lifecycle of the transaction. E&E also supports the Bank's Short-term portfolio through issue-specific eligibility determinations.This position is located in the Technical Engineer group of E&E. This group is responsible for evaluating EXIM transactions to identify technical risks and confirm the technical feasibility of the complex projects seeking EXIM's financial support utilizing good engineering practice, and to determine eligibility for support with respect to EXIM requirements, policies and guidelines throughout the transaction life cycle.

The primary responsibility of the position is to accomplish mining engineering technical reviews and monitoring of transactions for foreign projects that are subject to compliance with EXIM's statutory requirements and financial lending procedures, policies, and guidelines.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluates the technical feasibility and assesses the technical risks of projects in the mining, mineral processing and/or civil engineering sectors with respect to industry best practices and relevant engineering guidelines.
• Prepares detailed written reports/analyses for inclusion in transaction Board memoranda describing the project, including the evaluation of the technical feasibility of the design and implementation plan, reasonableness of proposed project costs and schedules, identification and assessment of technical risks and alignment with EXIM eligibility criteria.
• Provides technical expertise on potential or pending mining engineering applications, components, and industry activities for EXIM Bank.
• Provides under supervision, technical expertise on a broad range of mining engineering specialties which may include, but are not limited to mining, fluid mechanics, rock mechanics, mineral economics, coal characteristics and minerals processing.
• Participates in the work of a transaction team of specialists as the mining engineering technical expert and provides consultation on mining engineering concepts applicable to the projects. Under supervision, works with the deal team on mining aspects of agreements, and support of transactions throughout the life of the transaction.
• Performs due diligence on projects to include analysis of project contracts and supporting documents, site inspections, review of project construction progress and monitoring of operational performance.
• Serves as a primary liaison with applicants on technical matters and on specific policies that are administered by the Engineering and Environment Division to facilitate reasonable and timely resolution of issues identified during the due diligence process.
• Prepares formal technical and/or environmental & social analysis memoranda to inform the Bank's Board of Directors as to the technical feasibility of subject projects, adherence to relevant policies and compliance with EXIM's Environmental & Social Due Diligence Procedures and Guidelines.
• Advises the Board of Directors of identified technical and environmental & social risks associated with proposed project activities, and of the adequacy of associated risk mitigation measures.
• Provides general technical information, explanations, and interpretations of EXIM policies to non-technical personnel of the Bank and maintains an information base of technical books, periodicals, files, and industry contacts

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.

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.