Aufsichtf. Sachbearbeiter/in (Schiffsfrachtverkehr) Bremerhaven, Germany Ausschreibungsbereich WHO MAY APPLY: Current INTERNAL Local National Employees throughout Germany. This covers all current Local National employees of the U.S. Forces in Germany, including U.S. Air Force and AAFES-Europe within Germany and EXTERNAL Local National Applicants, who reside in Germany. Hauptaufgaben Serves as Chief, Port Operations Branch responsible for the planning and execution of all activities related to cargo loading, stowage and unloading operations on vessels, including, the planning, scheduling, coordination, and directing the movement of cargo to and from pier and storage areas. Plans, coordinates, directs, supervises and reviews the work of approximately 32 employees engaged in the work related to cargo loading stowage, and unloading activities including delivery of dunnage/lashing material to various work sites. Schedules operators and equipment from MHE section to assist in terminal operations. Coordinates work distribution and makes work assignments to insure proper and timely accomplishment of workload. Supervises the work performance of subordinates for correctness soundness of results and general effectiveness. Furnishes technical advice and assistance and instructs on specific work assignments. Interprets policies and procedures and insures their proper implementation. Spot checks work in progress and/or reviews accomplished work for adequacy and compliance with established policies and regulations. Initiates corrective actions as required. Counsels employees on personnel matters. Recommends and initiates personnel actions and establishes leave schedules. Gives on-the-job training too newly hired employees and provides for necessary cross training. Is the Chief of the Port Operations Section, Operations Branch, and as such is the direct supervisor of approximately 11 Marine Cargo Specialists who supervise on the immediate operational level the loading storage and unloading of DOD cargo in Bremerhaven port. Summons vessel agent's contractors, Army representatives and branch chiefs for daily labor meetings and determines the supervisory personnel needed to oversee specific operations on a sl4ft basis. Confers with appropriate parties on all information pertinent to operations including gang structure, names of foremen, etc. and equipment available (floating cranes container bridges, ship's gear, MHE), special handling equipment, arrival and departure time of vessels railcars, trailers, etc. stow plans, dunnage and lashing material available and the like. Keeps abreast of information pertaining to specific cargoes, quantities and destinations through means of cargo movement letter, manifests and telexes? Makes assessments of supervisory needs and of special problems for specific operations. Assigns subordinates on a shift basis until operations are completed. With the aid of stow plans) movement letters and manifests) briefs Marine Cargo Specialists on specific assignments. Makes daily spot checks at work sites to evaluate performance of his subordinates to assist or advice in any special problems and to determine progress of individual operations. Makes on the spot corrections in the event of deficiencies referring only major problems concerning policy, cost expenditures and priority to the branch chief. Reviews Marine Cargo Specialist's log books daily and debriefs those who have completed their shifts. Keeps the Branch Chief and the executive assistant informed on the progress of all operations. Schedules Maxine Cargo Specialists to shifts on a weekly basis. Holds meetings with Marine Cargo Specialists at least once monthly to discuss problems, complaints and changes of policy. Resolves minor employee grievances within his section and provides advice on personnel job-related matters. Initiates personnel action requests for promotion reassignment and the like. Insures that all Marine Cargo Specialists are provided with necessary safety equipment (Helmets, safety shoes, etc.) and that high safety standards are maintained during operations. Reviews and approves employees requests for annual leave. Advises the Chief Operations Branch on any problems concerning the morale, wellbeing or grievances of those in the Cargo Operations Section. Approves payment of "dirty money", ordering of continuation shifts, etc. Informs Contract Admin Section of any contract deficiencies. Is responsible for the calling for tugs services and initials tug service logbooks. Insures in advance that contract services ordered can be filled adequately. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifikationsanforderungen Description of the Education & Training Levels: https://portal.chra.army.mil/mnrssys_id0a86e971cd2d2d10aaffb5ebb50f5ac9&viewsp&idmnrs_kb_article&tablekb_knowledge E&T Levels I&II: not creditable for positions in this occupational series. E&T Levels IIIA: The completed apprenticeship must have been as Schifffahrtkaufmann/frau, or in the transportation or Shipment occupational area, e.g., Speditionskaufmann/ frau or other similar occupation; PLUS 5 years of job related experience as defined below. E&T Level III B and C: not creditable for positions in this occupational series. E&T Level IVA: The completed apprenticeship must have been as Schifffahrtkaufmann/frau, or in the transportation or Shipment occupational area, e.g., Speditionskaufmann/ frau or other similar occupation; PLUS 4 years of job related experience as defined below. E&T Level IV B, C and D: The education and training must be related to the functions and responsibilities that are predominantly performed in this position, e.g., Transportation and Shipment, Equipment Maintenance and Repair, or similar occupation; PLUS 4 years of job related experience as defined below. E&T Level V: Graduation from a University or Fachhochschule as Diplom Ingenieur für Transportwesen or Certification as Licensed Merchant Marine Captain (AG, AM, AK-Patent) (Ausbildung zum nautischen Wachoffizier auf Fracht- und Fahrgastschiffen jeder Grösse (Fachhochschulstudium), or Completed studies in Verkehrsbetriebswirtschaft mit den Schwerpunkten Güterverkehr, Logistik oder Personenverkehr; PLUS 1 year of job related experience. Job Related Experience: Experience that provided knowledge in waterfront cargo handling or cargo layout and planning operations. The experience must demonstrate knowledge of cargo loading ships and familiarity with marine terminal activities. The experience must have been gained in performing cargo handling operations in such positions as ship foreman or stevedore superintendent. Office automation skills required. Applicant must be in the possession of a valid driver's license class B and must be able to obtain/maintain a military motor vehicle operator's license. Working on weekends and holidays as well as rotating shift work required. Temporary duty travel (TDY) of up to 25% required. Situational mobile work possible. LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY LEVEL: English Language Proficiency Level B2 and German Language Proficiency Level B2 required. You may test yourself for free at one of the various online providers, who offer tests under the 'Common European Framework of Reference for Languages' (CEFR). Description of the Language Levels: https://portal.chra.army.mil/mnrssys_id13a66d71cd2d2d10aaffb5ebb50f5aa0&viewsp&idmnrs_kb_article&tablekb_knowledge Auswahlkriterien auswählen General Information for LN Job Announcements - please read: https://portal.chra.army.mil/mnrssys_id77e3ac4a5ce32110924578e08ba9227c&viewsp&idmnrs_kb_article&tablekb_knowledge Beschäftigungsbedingungen If requirement exists, the incumbent of this position is obligated to perform TDY within and outside Germany, shift work, weekend and holiday work. We offer: - a global employer who stands for cultural diversity and equal opportunities - employment in an international environment with a welcoming atmosphere - high level of job security and attractive pay under German tariff agreements (CTA II; Protection Agreement) including, but not limited to, the following tariff entitlements: - 30 days of annual leave; 36 days for severely handicapped employees - vacation and Christmas pay (total of 13 monthly salaries) - various additional social benefits (e.g., employer pension scheme through Allianz group insurance; property accrual payments) Beyond the tariff agreement, - length-of-service/performance awards - health promotion and fitness programs, including free use of employer-run fitness centers.