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JAMES JOWELL
Transportation/Logistics
Sour Lake,TX
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Summary
Highly accomplished and results-driven Traffic Management Specialist with over 20 years of experience in transportation management, data entry, and logistics operations. Proven track record of optimizing supply chains, reducing transportation costs by 15%, and improving on-time delivery rates by 10%. I possess Secret security clearance and is an expert in a wide range of logistics systems and regulatory compliance, including GATES, DTR 4500.9R, and HAZMAT protocols.
Overview
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1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Traffic Management Specialist (GS-11)
842nd Transportation Battalion, 597th Transportation BDE, Port of Beaumont, Texas
Port of Beaumont, Texas
02.2025 - Current
- Spearheaded the optimization of shipping routes, resulting in a 15% reduction in transportation costs and a 10% improvement in on-time delivery.
- Ensured 100% adherence to DOT and international protocols, including the IMDG Code and 49 CFR, by expertly managing all aspects of regulatory compliance.
- Enhanced organizational efficiency by conducting a comprehensive review of internal SOPs against key transportation regulations (MFTURP-1, DTR 4500.9R).
Transportation Specialist (GS-09)
842nd Transportation Battalion, 597th Transportation BDE, Port of Beaumont, Texas
Port of Beaumont, Texas
09.2019 - 02.2025
- Orchestrated the end-to-end movement of critical cargo by directing all planning, coordination, and control of assets through key terminals.
- Selected the most cost-effective shipping methods by applying expert knowledge of transportation functions, freight classification, and tariffs.
- Utilized Global Freight Management (GFM) and Electronic Transportation Acquisition (ETA) systems to maintain oversight tracking data and communicate routing requirements.
Request for Forces (RFF)/ Transportation Traffic NCO (88N20)
842nd Transportation Battalion, Beaumont, Texas
Beaumont, Texas
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Coordinated end-to-end cargo movement, directing and expediting all shipments to ensure maximum efficiency.
- Served as the primary liaison with commercial carriers, providing technical advice to maintain policy continuity and ensure conformance with government regulations.
- Resolved complex logistical challenges, determined effective methods for moving retrograde cargo, and responded to all inquiries for real-time status updates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Transportation And Logisitics
AMU - American Military University
05-2027
Technical Transport of HAZMAT (Cert) -
Defence Ammunition Center
Fort Polk12-2025
Associate of Science - Network System Administration
ITT Technical Institute
Pensacola, FL09-2016
Skills
- Logistics Systems: GATES, ETA Teams
- Regulatory Compliance: DTR 45009R, MFTURP-1, 49 CFR, IMDG Code
- Logistics Competencies: Route Planning, Carrier Management, Freight Classification, HAZMAT Certification
- Core Competencies: Microsoft Office Programs, Team Leadership, Critical Thinking
Certification
- Secret security clearance - 2002-Present
Languages
English
Full Professional
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- 2 Army Commendation Medals
- 5 Army Achievement Medals
- Meritorious Unit Commendation
- Presidential Unit Citation
- Good Conduct Medal
Affiliations
- United States Marine Corps
- United States Army
- US Department of the Army
Software
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Exce
Microsoft PowerPoint
Adobe Acrobat
Transportation Management Systems
Quote
“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”
J.R.R. Tolkien
Interests
Video Gam
Music
Media Management
Timeline
Traffic Management Specialist (GS-11)
842nd Transportation Battalion, 597th Transportation BDE, Port of Beaumont, Texas
02.2025 - Current
Transportation Specialist (GS-09)
842nd Transportation Battalion, 597th Transportation BDE, Port of Beaumont, Texas
09.2019 - 02.2025
Request for Forces (RFF)/ Transportation Traffic NCO (88N20)
842nd Transportation Battalion, Beaumont, Texas
09.2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Transportation And Logisitics
AMU - American Military University
Technical Transport of HAZMAT (Cert) -
Defence Ammunition Center
Associate of Science - Network System Administration
ITT Technical Institute