Entry Level Transportation Management Coordinator
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 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
To serve in this role, candidates must first take the ASVAB, a series of tests that helps identify suitable Army jobs. Training for transportation management coordinators requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and six weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this training is spent in the classroom and part in the field.
Helpful Skills
- Interest in motor vehicles, aircrafts, and ocean liner vessels
- Experience in coordinating transportation
- Interest in planning events and working with people
Required ASVAB Scores
Clerical (CL): 95
Compensation
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.
Jobs in Demand
You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties. Visit Jobs in Demand to see if this job qualifies for an enlistment bonus.
Education Benefits
In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.
Future Civilian Careers
The skills learned in this role will help prepare you for a career with transportation and logistics companies.
Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) Program
Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment after the Army by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military-friendly employers looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.