Marine Cargo Specialist

About the Position: Serves as a Marine Cargo Specialist, working with higher graded specialists, in planning and coordinating vessel operation plan and contract specifications for loading and/or discharging of Department of Defense-sponsored cargo through commercial ocean terminals. Major duties: Formulate vessel stow plans utilizing specialized software to ensure safe cargo placement and ship stability. Coordinate terminal staging plans across truck, rail, and water networks to maintain efficient cargo flow. Monitor contractor stevedoring performance during vessel loading to verify compliance with contract terms. Certify hazardous materials shipping documents to ensure regulatory compliance and safe cargo segregation. Document daily terminal activities and contractor performance metrics in official port cargo logs. Resolve staging bottlenecks and cargo discrepancies directly with stevedore supervisors to prevent delays. Analyze shipping manifests and terminal space allocations to optimize overall vessel space utilization. Provide technical logistics assistance during planning conferences to coordinate scheduled cargo movements. Enforce safety rules and physical security protocols across active terminal and vessel work zones. Execute computerized database entries to maintain real-time tracking of cargo and port inventory.