Entry Level Transportation Management Coordinator

U.S. Army; Upper Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Transportation Management Coordinator, where you'll play a crucial role in scheduling and overseeing the movement of personnel and equipment worldwide. This dynamic position involves managing logistics, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and coordinating transportation missions. You will receive comprehensive training, including Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training, equipping you with valuable skills for future civilian careers in transportation and logistics. If you have a passion for planning and coordinating, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the field!

Benefits

Housing

Medical benefits

Food allowances

Special pay

Vacation time

Qualifications

• Must pass ASVAB to identify suitable Army jobs.
• 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and select transportation modes for personnel and equipment.
• Document and inventory freight and cargo shipments.

Skills

Interest in motor vehicles

Experience in coordinating transportation

Interest in planning events

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Transportation Management Coordinator (88N)

Overview

Transportation management coordinators are primarily responsible for scheduling and selecting the modes of transportation for personnel and equipment. They organize, plan, and oversee the movement of those vehicles, personnel, and cargo worldwide.

Job Duties

• Mark, label cargo and freight shipments in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Document and inventory freight, cargo, and materiel shipments of all types
• Perform system administrator duties such as installing software and uploading data to computer systems
• Prepare equipment, cargo, and personnel for travel to airports, seaports, and railways
• Request and coordinate transportation to meet a movement mission

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the ASVAB, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training

Job training for a transportation management coordinator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and six weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.

Helpful Skills

• Interest in motor vehicles, aircraft, and ocean liner vessels
• Experience in coordinating transportation
• Interest in planning events and working with people

Required ASVAB Score(s)

Clerical (CL): 95

Compensation

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

Future Civilian Careers

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with transportation and logistic companies.