The Transportation Specialist position is located within the Supply Chain Management Service at the Oklahoma City VA Health Care System and is responsible for providing program oversight, leadership, and training for employees authorized to operate fleet vehicles and use associated fleet credit cards, to include Disabled American Veterans (DAV), VA-owned, General Services Administration (GSA) leased vehicles, and other fleet resources.
The Transportation Specialist serves as the facility's subject matter expert for government vehicle operations, providing guidance, oversight, and training to employees on the proper use of General Services Administration (GSA)-leased and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)-owned vehicles, as well as the associated vehicle fleet credit cards.
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Oversees the safe operation and maintenance (through demonstration) of government credit cards, trucks, cars, buses, and other equipment in the fleet.
Ensures that proper maintenance records are kept on all vehicles and pieces of equipment owned and leased by the faciliy, Manages and operates a complex fleet of motor vehicles ranging from subcompact sedans and SUVs to heavy trucks, buses, para-transit vehicles, and special-purpose vehicles. Plans direct and administers the complete maintenance program for a variety of standard and special-purpose vehicles.
Inspects commercial sources for maintenance of vehicles operating locally and coordinates all maintenance requirements and directs service station operations for the area. Plans and coordinate the vehicle rotation program by reviewing utilization patterns, then scheduling and rotating vehicle usage to achieve maximum efficiency and economy.
Initiates vehicle procurement action on replacement and additional vehicles based on replacement standards and consultation with using agencies. Determines when to dispose of used vehicles and equipment, and directs preparation of vehicles for turn-in. Coordinates customer service requirements and serves as liaison to ensure needs are met. Advises on facility goals of cost reduction, energy reduction, and productivity improvement.
Supports emergency relief operations by using expertise in facilitating aid to these situations by delegating/appropriating/assigning the use of vehicles during the exercising of the local emergency management plan. Analyzes overall fleet operations as to profit and loss and recommends changes to vehicle types and sizes.
Serves as the alternate timekeeper for Supply Chain Management Service employees, utilizing the Veterans Affairs Time and Attendance System (VATAS) to support accurate timekeeping and attendance records. Administers the facility's fleet management program, overseeing operational, financial, and service delivery functions, including vendor performance, vehicle utilization, productivity metrics, and program effectiveness to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.
Implements changes for cost and operational improvements while maintaining cost-efficient operations, ensuring maximum vehicle utilization and quality of service. Develops, manages, administers, and ensures compliance with Purchase Card Program standards, policies, and procedures. Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met.
Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Transportation Specialist/PD133930 and PD133940 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
V19USAJOBS@VA.GOV · 719-227-4600
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $50460 – $80243/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-10.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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