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Federal position performing transportation support including shipping documentation, freight tracking, carrier coordination, and logistics administration at military and federal facilities.
2025 Base Pay (before locality adjustment)
| Grade | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 | Step 8 | Step 9 | Step 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS-3 | $27,434 | $28,349 | $29,264 | $30,179 | $31,094 | $32,009 | $32,924 | $33,839 | $34,754 | $35,660 |
| GS-4 | $30,795 | $31,822 | $32,849 | $33,876 | $34,903 | $35,930 | $36,957 | $37,984 | $39,011 | $40,038 |
| GS-5 | $34,454 | $35,603 | $36,752 | $37,901 | $39,050 | $40,199 | $41,348 | $42,497 | $43,646 | $44,786 |
| GS-6 | $38,407 | $39,687 | $40,967 | $42,247 | $43,527 | $44,807 | $46,087 | $47,367 | $48,647 | $49,927 |
| GS-7 | $42,679 | $44,102 | $45,525 | $46,948 | $48,371 | $49,794 | $51,217 | $52,640 | $54,063 | $55,486 |
Note: These are 2025 base pay rates. Most federal employees receive locality pay adjustments of 15-40%+ depending on location.
Official OPM qualification standards for GS-2102
Individual Occupational Requirements: There are no Individual Occupational Requirements for this series.
Experience and Education Requirements by Grade Level (Group Standard):
| Grade | General Experience | Specialized Experience | Education |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS-1 | None | None | None |
| GS-2 | 3 months | None | High school diploma or equivalent |
| GS-3 | 6 months | None | 1 year above high school |
| GS-4 | 1 year | None | 2 years above high school |
| GS-5 | None | 1 year at GS-4 level | 4 years above high school |
| GS-6+ | None | 1 year at next lower grade | Generally not applicable |
General Experience: Progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled.
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled.
Education: One year of full-time academic study equals 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or approximately 36 weeks at 20+ classroom hours per week.
Combining Education and Experience: For grades GS-3 through GS-5, applicants may substitute education for experience. Express both as percentages; combined must equal at least 100%.
Step-by-step guide to landing a federal transportation clerk and assistant position
Read the OPM qualification standards above to understand the education and experience requirements for your target grade level.
Match your years of experience and education to the appropriate GS grade. Generally: GS-5 (entry), GS-7/9 (junior), GS-11/12 (journey), GS-13+ (senior).
Collect your DD-214, SF-50 (if applicable), transcripts, certifications, and any training records that demonstrate your qualifications.
Create a detailed federal resume (2-5 pages) that addresses every qualification requirement. Include hours worked per week, supervisor contact info, and specific accomplishments.
Search for open positions, carefully answer all assessment questions, and submit your application before the closing date.
Military jobs that transition to GS-2102
This role directly involves coordinating and managing transportation operations, making it an ideal fit for the GS-2102 series.
Air Force Traffic Management specialists handle similar duties such as shipment tracking and documentation, aligning well with the GS-2102 role.
Customer service and safety experience. Highlight passenger services, safety procedures, and protocol.
💡 Tip: Your unique military experience may qualify you even if your MOS isn't listed.
Skill in processing shipping documents.
Ability to track shipments and deliveries.
Skill in entering transportation data.
Ability to coordinate with carriers.
Skill in maintaining transport records.
Ability to ensure accuracy.
Skill in assisting customers.
Proficiency in transportation systems.
💡 Use these phrases to help ATS systems and human recruiters find your qualifications.
A Transportation Clerk and Assistant (GS-2102) provides administrative support for federal transportation operations. They process shipping documents, track shipments, maintain transportation records, coordinate with carriers, and assist with billing. This clerical series supports the logistics mission at military bases and federal facilities.
Federal Transportation Clerks and Assistants earn between $27,434 (GS-3 Step 1) and $55,486 (GS-7 Step 10) on the base pay scale. Most positions are at GS-4/5 levels, earning $30,795-$44,786 annually. Locality pay can add 15-30% to base salary depending on your duty station location.
GS-2102 positions follow clerical qualification standards. GS-3 requires 6 months of general experience or 1 year of education above high school. GS-4 requires 1 year of general experience or 2 years above high school. GS-5+ requires specialized experience in transportation documentation or equivalent education.
Yes, military clerical and administrative experience qualifies for GS-2102 positions. Experience as a unit supply clerk, movement coordinator, shipping clerk, or logistics admin assistant all count. Any MOS involving transportation documentation, cargo tracking, or carrier coordination directly applies to these requirements.
Transportation Clerks follow a one-grade interval ladder: GS-3/4/5/6/7. Entry positions start at GS-3 or GS-4, with full performance at GS-5/6. GS-7 represents senior clerk or lead positions. Many clerks transition to the GS-2101 Transportation Specialist series for higher advancement opportunities after gaining experience.
Search USAJOBS for 'Transportation Clerk' or 'Transportation Assistant' or series '2102.' Highlight your documentation processing experience, tracking systems proficiency, and carrier coordination skills. These positions are common at military installations and defense logistics agencies. Veterans receive preference in hiring.
Create a tailored federal resume that meets OPM standards.