Certification Program Manager Jobs in Fort Smith, AR

Provide automated property management, inventory control and shipping and receiving services as required to assist the Property Section in support of the Office of Secure Transportation (OST) at the TSTS and other designated satellite training sites. Performs a full range of government property technical support and staff assistance, to include OST property management; inventory control; shipping and receiving; data base management and supply and equipment management. This position requires an understanding of the Federal Property Management Regulations (FPMR), and the DOE Property Management Regulations (DOE-PMR) and supply chain management. Activities will comply with applicable federal, state, and ITP-OST policies and procedures and are performed in accordance with contractual agreements with the Department of Energy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and control all accountable property located within an assigned custodial area, in close coordination with federal and contractor oversight staff and the OST Property Management Program.
• Maintain OST property records for an assigned custodial area in the OST property database.
• Participate in all scheduled VPMS and property meetings, conferences and training events. Serves as the TSTS key staff person for automated supply management functions to include the creation and sustainment of data base management and other automated systems.
• Assist in Logistics duties as directed by the TSTS Property Lead to include the set up and tear down of ranges and other training facilities.
• Manage excess property program to ensure cradle to grave accountability of OST Equipment.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by studying/reviewing all relevant laws, regulations, orders, and policies; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional and technical publications; establishing and maintaining professional liaisons/networks with subject-matter experts; and participating in professional associations/affiliations.
• Ensure that integrated safety management principles are applied to all duties. Perform all activities and tasks in a safe and healthful manner.
• Operate assigned OST government vehicles pursuant to Federal and State Department of Transportation regulations.
• Maintain all drivers licensing and certification requirements and an understanding of DOT regulations as needed to effect the safe and timely movement of vehicles and/or equipment necessary to support ITP-OST contract requirements.
• Serve customers (external and internal) by focusing on quality as it relates to the customer; anticipating/understanding customer needs and expectations; responding expeditiously to customers’ questions, requests, and concerns; and satisfying customer needs and expectations.
• Contribute to team effort by focusing on ITP-OST mission, goals, and objectives; accomplishing tasks and assignments in a professional and timely manner; keeping appropriate members informed regarding the status of tasks and assignments; establishing and maintaining professional working relationships; working amicably, cooperatively, and productively with team members; assisting others as needed, and accomplishing other duties/tasks as assigned/directed or as necessity dictates.
• When approved by the Program Manager, provide support to offsite and local training activities to include supporting road-blocks and serving as an exercise role-player.

Education/Experience/Qualification:

• An academic high school diploma or G.E.D.
• A minimum of four years on-the-job experience in a logistics related position.

Additional Skills:

• Ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate DOE security clearance.
• A working knowledge of PC’s and related MS programs and office equipment.
• Ability to learn, understand and comply with the Federal Property Management Regulations (FPMR), the DOE Property Management Regulations (DOE-PMR) and the OST Personal Property Management Manual to control OST government property.
• Knowledge of and experience in the Federal and DOE PMR process with an understanding of the FAR and DEAR.
• Ability to lift 68 pounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to plan and interact with other personnel.
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate the training schedule.
• Ability to travel for training and other OST business.
• Ability to obtain license and certification to operate motor vehicles and any specialized equipment required for supporting and maintaining the requirements of the OST training program.

Location: Fort Smith, AR

Work Environment: Work is performed in an office, warehouse, or classroom setting or outdoors on a range or in support of a training exercise. Worker may be exposed to dust, fumes, loud noises and the environment.

Physical Demands:  Work involves much standing or walking. Some kneeling or bending involved. When in the office, work is sedentary, which requires sitting most of the time. Work will involve moderate lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling.

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri/8 hours a day.  Normal working hours are 07:00AM – 4:00PM.

License and Other Requirements:  License and certified to operate motor vehicles and any specialized equipment required for supporting and maintaining the requirements of the OST training program.

Security Clearance:  Ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate DOE security clearance.

Travel:  Ability to travel (25%) for training and other OST business.