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Prolog Inc.

Transportation Manager

Barstow, CA · On-site

This position is contingent upon contract award, final funding, Government acceptance of the candidate, and completion of all required security and access actions. POSITION SUMMARY The Transportation ...

The GEO Group

SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

Billings, MT

$26.36/hr

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in ...

The GEO Group

SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

Boise, ID

$25.60/hr

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in ...

The GEO Group

SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

Helena, MT

$24.89/hr

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in ...

The GEO Group

SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

Billings, MT

$26.36/hr

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in ...

The GEO Group

SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

Helena, MT

$24.89/hr

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in ...

The GEO Group

SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

Boise, ID

$25.60/hr

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in ...

Sarasota County Government

$123K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.

The GEO Group, Inc.

SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

Billings, MT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners ... The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in ...

Stanley Consultants

Transportation Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · Hybrid

$75K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, we have helped improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an ...

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How much do government transportation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for government transportation in the United States is $74,701.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is government transportation?

Government transportation jobs refer to positions within federal, state, or local agencies that focus on planning, operating, maintaining, and regulating transportation systems. These roles can include transit operators, transportation planners, engineers, inspectors, and policy analysts. Employees in these positions help ensure the safe, efficient, and sustainable movement of people and goods by managing public transit, highways, airports, ports, and related infrastructure. Working in government transportation often involves collaborating with other government agencies, complying with regulations, and serving the public interest.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a government transportation specialist?

To thrive as a Government Transportation Specialist, you generally need expertise in transportation planning, logistics management, and a relevant degree such as urban planning, civil engineering, or public administration. Familiarity with GIS software, transportation modeling tools, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required, along with certifications like the Professional Transportation Planner (PTP) or similar. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with stakeholders and addressing complex transportation challenges. These combined skills ensure efficient, compliant, and sustainable transportation systems that meet public needs and regulatory standards.

What are some common challenges faced in a government transportation role, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in government transportation often face challenges such as coordinating across multiple agencies, managing limited budgets, and ensuring compliance with ever-evolving regulations. Successful candidates should be prepared to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including local governments, contractors, and community groups. Staying organized, maintaining clear communication, and keeping up with policy changes are key strategies to overcoming these obstacles. Embracing technology and continuous learning also help in streamlining processes and improving project outcomes.

What is the difference between Government Transportation vs Public Transit Operator?

AspectGovernment TransportationPublic Transit Operator
CredentialsDriver's license, possibly specialized certificationsDriver's license, transit-specific training
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, buses, trains, or ferriesPublic transit vehicles, stations, routes
Employer & IndustryLocal, state, or federal government agenciesTransit authorities or companies
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Government Transportation roles involve managing or overseeing transportation systems within government agencies, often including planning and policy. Public Transit Operators focus on operating vehicles like buses or trains for the public. While both require similar licenses and work in transit environments, Government Transportation roles are broader, involving administrative and strategic tasks, whereas Public Transit Operators are hands-on vehicle operators.

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Infographic showing various Government Transportation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 39% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,701 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Transportation Manager

Prolog Inc.

Barstow, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

ProLog, Inc. is building a team for an anticipated Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Distribution opportunity. The contract will support warehouse and distribution operations in a sustained, audit-ready environment, including receiving, storage, inventory, issue processing, packaging, transportation, equipment support, and related mission functions. This position is contingent upon contract award, final funding, Government acceptance of the candidate, and completion of all required security and access actions.

POSITION SUMMARY


The Transportation Manager will oversee freight-terminal operations and the planning, documentation, scheduling, and movement of outbound shipments by air, surface, small parcel, and sea while ensuring compliance with Government and commercial transportation requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Manage freight-terminal and transportation operations supporting all issue transactions and outbound movements.
  • Direct personnel planning shipping loads, selecting transportation methods, scheduling carriers, and coordinating air, surface, small-parcel, and ocean shipments.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable Government and commercial traffic-management requirements, transportation contracts, DFTS when applicable, Defense Transportation Regulation requirements, and SDDC Global Freight Management System processes.
  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation, validation, and retention of bills of lading, manifests, load documentation, shipment records, and required data-system entries.
  • Plan personnel, equipment, facility, and material requirements based on projected and actual workload.
  • Establish priorities, deadlines, and work sequences and redirect resources to address urgent shipments, unanticipated work, delays, and workload fluctuations.
  • Develop workload estimates, staffing recommendations, shipping schedules, status reports, and performance analyses.
  • Use DLA WMS and other Government systems to execute and monitor transportation requirements and meet contract Acceptable Performance Levels.
  • Coordinate with warehouse, inventory, packaging, HAZMAT, customer-service, and Government transportation personnel to resolve shipment issues and protect mission schedules.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


  • At least three years of transportation experience using DLA WMS or an equivalent automated warehouse management system within the past five years.
  • A Secret security clearance is required. Candidate must be able to document current clearance status and maintain required eligibility throughout employment.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Government and commercial traffic-management functions and processes.
  • Experience planning and documenting air, surface, small-parcel, and/or sea shipments, including bills of lading, manifests, and related transportation records.
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience and ability to plan workload, staffing, equipment, priorities, and schedules in a transportation or distribution environment.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.


SECURITY, SUITABILITY, AND ACCESS REQUIREMENTS


  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. A current Secret security clearance eligibility is a plus.
  • Must be eligible for access to a DoD installation and successfully complete all required suitability, personnel-security, and access processes.
  • Must obtain and maintain a DoD CAC, installation identification badge, PKI token, controlled/restricted-area access, and Government-system access, as applicable.
  • Must complete required nondisclosure, security briefing, debriefing, and clearance documentation before handling classified information or material.
  • Because the position uses DLA WMS and other Government systems, must be eligible for minimum IT II access, including a favorably adjudicated T3 investigation, unless the Government approves an exception.
  • Must safeguard classified information, CUI, proprietary information, Government systems, facilities, property, and mission data and comply with CMMC and all DoD, DLA, and installation requirements.
  • Must complete initial and recurring CUI, AT/FP, OPSEC, Counterintelligence, INFOSEC, and CTIP training.

KEY PERSONNEL AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENT


As designated Key Personnel, the employee must be available, upon notification, to meet Government personnel on-site within one hour during normal duty hours and within two hours outside normal duty hours, unless in an approved excused-absence status. The position may also require extended hours, alternate shifts, emergency response, continuity operations, holiday on-call support, and work during heightened force-protection conditions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS


  • Experience with DLA WMS and/or DSS, DFTS, SDDC GFMS, Defense Transportation Regulation requirements, FMS/SAP shipments, HAZMAT transportation, GOCARE, or DoD freight operations.
  • Experience leading transportation operations in an auditable, performance-metric-driven Government environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT


Work is performed primarily in warehouse, industrial, transportation, and administrative areas on a military installation. The employee must be able to move safely through operational areas, comply with personal protective equipment and local safety requirements, work around material-handling equipment and vehicle traffic, and maintain performance during changing access or force-protection conditions.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS


Selection and employment are contingent upon contract award, final labor authorization, Government acceptance where required, verification of experience, successful completion of background and security processes, and the ability to obtain and maintain all credentials, access, training, and clearances required for the position. The final job duties, location, schedule, and qualifications will be governed by the awarded contract and may be updated when the final solicitation and site-specific Attachment 2 are issued.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:


ProLog, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.