Company Overview:
Work Where it Matters
Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.
As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Description:
AFO is looking for a Transportation Analyst to work in Fort Sill, OK. The Transportation Analyst oversees the timely movement of personnel and goods in support of an Army EAGLE contract, with primary responsibility for Transportation Motor Pool (TMP) operations and scheduled/unscheduled soldier transport via buses. This role analyzes delivery and movement costs, recommends cost effective methods, and supports the Transportation Manager, and Transportation Ops Supervisor in planning, developing, and implementing procedures. Observing methods, and techniques to determine the appropriate mode of dispatching and transportation for personnel aligned to organizational requirements for supervisory support. Position maintains delivery and movement schedules, tracks performance to ensure mission requirements are met, and monitors/report driver issues (accidents, safety concerns, licensing) while exercising a high degree of latitude and potentially acting as a lead for complex tasks. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Commitment to achieving 100% mission readiness standards in support of the Army and the Logistics Readiness Center (LRC) at Fort Sill, ensuring all transportation operations align with contract performance metrics.
Consistently deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality transportation services, contributing to zero reportable safety incidents and directly enhancing the operational effectiveness and well-being of all Soldiers.
Commitment to successfully support the Transportation Manager and Transportation Ops Supervisor to safely and compliantly accomplish the Army’s mission via transportation motor pool and dispatching, material movement shipments, rail and yard operations, terminal warehouse operations Freight Services of the division and ensures compliance with applicable regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert advice and recommendations regarding:
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TMP Operations
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Planning, coordinating, and execution of daily TMP operations (dispatch, bus routing, trip ticket management, fuel/usage tracking, and vehicle availability).
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Developing and maintaining bus movement schedules to support training events, ranges, ceremonies, troop movements, and surge operations.
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Managing dispatch logs and movement documentation; ensure completeness, accuracy, and retention per policy, applicable regulatory guidelines, and contractual requirements.
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Bus Movement of Soldiers
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Building efficient routes, staging plans, pick‑up/drop‑off points, and timelines that maximize bus utilization while meeting unit training schedules and other TMP mission needs.
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Coordinating with LRC, unit representatives, Ft. Sill stakeholders, and Range/Training Scheduling offices to align movement plans with mission requirements.
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Tracking on‑time performance, no‑shows, delays, and service recovery; recommending and implementing corrective actions.
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Cost & Mode Analysis
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Analyzing delivery and movement costs; recommending the most cost‑effective mode (bus, shuttle, tractor-trailer, etc.) for personnel transport.
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Preparing cost comparisons, utilization reports, and decision briefs to support LRC-Sill, KO, COR, Transportation Manager, and other management.
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Safety & Compliance
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Monitoring and reporting driver issues (accidents, safety concerns, licensing, medical certification, DOT physicals); ensuring corrective actions and retraining are executed effectively.
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Contributing to enforcing applicable Army/DoD policies for government vehicle operations, driver authorization, trip tickets, and risk management.
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Supporting vehicle safety inspections, bus cleanliness standards, and preventive maintenance coordination with the motor pool.
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Scheduling & Tracking
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Maintaining delivery/movement schedules and tracking execution to confirm all requirements are met; adjusting plans for changes and emergent tasks.
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Contributing to maintaining KPIs, AQLs, CDRLs, other contractual metrics and publish reports.
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Process Development & Continuous Improvement
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Supporting the Transportation Manager in planning, developing, and implementing internal procedures and techniques for movement of personnel and goods.
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Identifying workflow bottlenecks; collaborating with or leading improvement initiatives (e.g., optimized dispatch windows, digital rider manifests, real‑time bus status boards).
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Stakeholder Coordination
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Liaising with units, DPW/Range Scheduling, internal stakeholders, Safety Office, Branch Chiefs, and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to synchronize transport support.
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Coordinating with maintenance, fuel, and operations teams to ensure bus availability and readiness.
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Documentation & Systems
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Maintaining movement records, incident reports, driver qualification files, and required forms per policy.
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Utilizing logistics/transportation systems and tools (e.g., GCSS‑Army, TC‑AIMS II, Microsoft Excel/SharePoint, scheduling software) for planning and reporting.
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Leadership
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Act as an advisor, and potentially lead, for complex movement missions and special events; providing task and purpose to dispatchers and drivers at the Transportation Manager’s direction and discretion.
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Mentoring junior staff; ensuring adherence to SOPs and contract performance standards.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant Business discipline required and two to four (2-4) years’ experience in transportation, logistics, or business-related analysis position required.
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Courage to “take care of the hard things”.
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Discretion with sensitive information.
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Integrity in all actions, truthful and respectful in interactions.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow military administrative protocols.
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Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
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Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result, obtain and maintain a CAC.
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Applicant must possess a REAL ID-compliant, state-issued driver’s license.
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Must be a U.S. citizen.
Desired Qualifications:
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Continued education in relevant disciplines (e.g., leadership, management, logistics, business, business systems, organizational development, operational excellence, performance management, etc.).
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10 years’ of a proven track record in the following is highly valued:
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Goal alignment and exceeding requirements.
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Cross-functional collaboration.
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Safe operations and compliant services.
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Culture transformation.
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Technical acumen, implementing technology.
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Building effective relationships and stakeholder engagement.
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Mission oriented framework; results oriented, people always.
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Data-driven decision making.
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Effecting training programs.
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Knowledge of military forms, shipment documentation, or transportation processes is highly desirable.
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Familiarity with military documentation, workflows, and chain of command.
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Working knowledge of applicable Army Regulations and guidelines.
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10 years’ experience of relevant transportation/logistics experience, including at least 3-5 years in TMP or bus operations supporting military/government missions preferred.
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Proficiency in Army systems, Microsoft Office software preferred.
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Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
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Lifting and Carrying: Frequently lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying objects, sometimes up to 25 pounds.
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Strength and Endurance: Using muscles for long periods, including standing or sitting in office and motor pool environments.
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Environmental Factors: Working in hot or cold temperatures, outside in weather conditions on occasions, and with exposure to loud noise or vibration.
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Safety and Sensory Needs: Must possess good, sometimes aided, vision (including color distinction).
Job ID: 2026-24608 Work Type: On-Site
