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Positions involving management of transportation and traffic operations including freight and passenger movement.
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-5 | $34,454 | $35,603 | $36,752 | $37,901 | $39,050 | $40,199 | $41,348 | $42,497 | $43,646 | $44,786 |
| GS-7 | $42,679 | $44,102 | $45,525 | $46,948 | $48,371 | $49,794 | $51,217 | $52,640 | $54,063 | $55,486 |
| GS-9 | $52,205 | $53,945 | $55,685 | $57,425 | $59,165 | $60,905 | $62,645 | $64,385 | $66,125 | $67,865 |
| GS-11 | $63,163 | $65,268 | $67,373 | $69,478 | $71,583 | $73,688 | $75,793 | $77,898 | $80,003 | $82,108 |
| GS-12 | $75,706 | $78,229 | $80,752 | $83,275 | $85,798 | $88,321 | $90,844 | $93,367 | $95,890 | $98,422 |
| GS-13 | $90,025 | $93,026 | $96,027 | $99,028 | $102,029 | $105,030 | $108,031 | $111,032 | $114,033 | $117,034 |
| GS-14 | $106,382 | $109,928 | $113,474 | $117,020 | $120,566 | $124,112 | $127,658 | $131,204 | $134,750 | $138,296 |
| GS-15 | $125,133 | $129,304 | $133,475 | $137,646 | $141,817 | $145,988 | $150,159 | $154,330 | $158,501 | $162,672 |
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-2130
Individual Occupational Requirements:
Education:
OR
Experience: Experience in traffic management, transportation, or freight operations.
Education and Experience Requirements (Group Standard):
This is a two-grade interval series. Positions follow the GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, GS-12 progression pattern.
| Grade | Education | Experience | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS-5 | Bachelor's degree in any field from accredited college/university | 3 years progressively responsible experience, 1 year equivalent to GS-4 | Equivalent combinations qualifying |
| GS-7 | 1 full year graduate education OR Superior Academic Achievement | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 | Combinations of graduate education and experience |
| GS-9 | 2 years graduate education or master's degree | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-7 | Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-7 requirement) and experience |
| GS-11 | 3 years graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 | Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-9 requirement) and experience |
| GS-12+ | Not applicable | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to next lower grade | N/A |
Superior Academic Achievement (for GS-7):
Graduate Education: One year of full-time graduate education is the number of credit hours the school determines represents 1 year of full-time study. If unavailable, 18 semester hours satisfies the 1-year requirement.
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
Step-by-step guide to landing a federal traffic management 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-2130
This role directly aligns with traffic management duties, involving planning and coordinating transportation operations.
Traffic management pathway.
Air Transportation specialists handle cargo and passenger movement, which aligns with traffic management responsibilities.
💡 Tip: Your unique military experience may qualify you even if your MOS isn't listed.
Ability to plan traffic operations.
Skill in selecting transportation modes.
Ability to analyze freight rates.
Knowledge of traffic regulations.
Skill in determining shipping routes.
Ability to manage transportation costs.
Knowledge of traffic documentation.
Skill in negotiating rates and services.
💡 Use these phrases to help ATS systems and human recruiters find your qualifications.
A Traffic Management Specialist (GS-2130) manages transportation and traffic operations for federal agencies, overseeing freight and passenger movement. They negotiate rates with carriers, coordinate shipments, analyze transportation costs, develop routing plans, and ensure regulatory compliance across government logistics operations.
Federal Traffic Management Specialists earn between $34,454 (GS-5 Step 1) and $117,034 (GS-13 Step 10) on the base pay scale. Journey-level positions at GS-11/12 earn $63,163-$98,422 annually. Locality pay adjustments increase total compensation by 15-30% based on geographic location.
GS-2130 positions require a bachelor's degree in transportation, logistics, or business, OR equivalent experience in traffic management or freight operations. This is a two-grade interval series where education can substitute for experience through GS-11. Higher grades require demonstrated specialized experience at each level.
Yes, military traffic management experience is highly valued. MOSs like Army 88N (Transportation Management Coordinator), Air Force 2T0 (Traffic Management), or Navy logistics ratings involving freight coordination directly qualify. Experience with military shipment routing, carrier negotiation, and Defense Transportation System counts as specialized experience.
Traffic Management follows a two-grade interval ladder: GS-5/7/9/11/12/13. Entry positions typically start at GS-5 or GS-7. Journey-level is GS-11/12, handling complex rate negotiations and traffic program management. Senior positions at GS-13 involve program oversight and policy development.
Search USAJOBS for 'Traffic Management' or series '2130.' Your federal resume should emphasize carrier selection experience, rate analysis, regulatory knowledge, and cost control achievements. Major employers include Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC), GSA, and DHS. Veterans preference applies.
Create a tailored federal resume that meets OPM standards.