Freight Rate Specialist

Department of Homeland Security

This vacancy is for a GS-2131-9, Freight Rate Specialist located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, SFLC ASSET LOGISTICS DIVISION -SFLC-ALD in BALTIMORE, Maryland.

• You will serve as a Freight Rate Specialist and be responsible for performing a combination of rating and classification duties. The incumbent determines the proper classification(s) and determines the legally applicable and most economical rates and routes for shipment of freight in accordance with published tariffs, tariff routings, and established policies and procedures. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Determining freight classification for commodities such as vessel or electronics parts and equipment; dangerous or hazardous articles; special security-risk materials; general store supplies; clothing; support equipment; outsized/overweight equipment and aids to navigation. Determining most economical rates and routes which are appropriate and legally applicable for the movement of domestic and foreign freight via all modes and combination of modes of transportation. Determining the appropriate cost effective carrier and mode to effect shipment arrangements that are nationwide and to foreign countries. Utilizing computer software applications for the preparation all pertinent transportation documentation such as bills of lading, customs declarations and hazardous certification. Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position. A. Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers Level I (FAC P/PM-I) or management determined equivalent within two years of entry into the position. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information NOTE: This announcement has an open period until 09/27/2026, with applicant cut-off dates every 30 days. Applications received that meet the eligibility and qualification criteria may be referred for further consideration based on the following cut-off dates:

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