Marine Cargo Specialist

Quick Facts

Marine Cargo Specialist performing technical, independent planning and oversight of loading/discharging operations for Department of Defense cargo at commercial ocean terminals, with emphasis on hazardous materials compliance and operational reporting.

Description

Develop vessel operation plans and contract specifications for DoD-sponsored cargo through commercial ocean terminals. Coordinate longshore labor needs, daily truck and rail movements, analyze deployment data and unit equipment lists, and resolve stowage/operational issues. Serve as the hazardous materials expert to ensure all documentation, marking, segregation, handling, and transportation comply with Title 49 CFR and the IMDG Code, using computerized stow planning and automated message/manifest systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop vessel operation plans and contract specifications for loading and discharging DoD cargo
• Coordinate contractor longshore manpower, equipment, and supply needs
• Coordinate and oversee daily truck and rail operations at the terminal
• Analyze deployment data and unit equipment lists to plan cargo loads and identify transportation problems
• Serve as hazardous materials expert and ensure compliance with Title 49 CFR and the IMDG Code
• Ensure hazardous materials documentation, marking, segregation, handling, and transportation are correct
• Observe and monitor unloading, sorting, and temporary storage of hazardous materials
• Verify labels, seals, locks, and placards are affixed to hazardous material containers
• Provide technical assistance to commercial and military ports within the area of responsibility
• Train, manage workload, and review work of lower-grade Marine Cargo Specialists
• Coordinate with ship operators, vessel masters, and contractors to resolve stowage problems
• Prepare and certify daily reports and logs on contractor performance, labor usage, and cargo operations
• Use computerized stow planning to develop prestow, final stow, and discharge plans
• Operate automated data processing equipment to monitor messages and perform manifesting
• Pull reports from command and control systems and ensure compliance with system standards
• Monitor secured areas for physical security and report abnormalities

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance/access (background investigation and credit check required)
• File SF-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report
• Obtain and maintain a valid State or government driver’s license
• TDY/business travel requirement: 25% of the time
• Pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations
• Ability to work shifting schedules as determined by the command
• Continue essential duties during crises, emergencies, mobilizations, and readiness exercises until properly relieved
• Not ineligible under the Lautenberg Amendment (no misdemeanor crime of domestic violence conviction)
• Meet specialized experience requirements (or equivalent education/combination) per the posting
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship

Benefits

A comprehensive U.S. government benefits package is available; eligibility depends on the position’s status (full-time, part-time, or intermittent) and will be confirmed by the hiring agency.