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Military Transportation Managers
Median Salary
72,882
Workforce Count
23,098
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
Transportation managers oversee all procedures related to the movement of military-related personnel and material. They plan and coordinate all functions involved in the successful transport of material, personnel, or personal property via water, air, highway, rail, and multi-modal transport systems. They direct procurement efforts and assess transportation capabilities.
What is the work environment like?
Transportation managers work in cargo and passenger terminals and depots.
How many people have this role in the Military?
23,098
Compensation
Understanding How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Always fixed based on rank and service time.
- Distributed monthly.
What is the typical salary range?
Salary by Years of Service
$140,168
2 Years
$74,203
6 Years
$140,168
10+ Years
Median Salary
Military Details
What Service Branches offer this role?
Is this a staff or leadership role?
Officers are service members who plan, direct operations and manage enlisted personnel, developing a broad range of leadership-related skills.
Learn More About Enlisted and Officer PathsWhat does the training for this role entail?
Training length varies depending on specialty. For example, job training for transportation officers requires completion of the Transportation Basic Officer Leader Course, where they learn leadership skills, tactics, maintenance and operational aspects of weapons and vehicles. Like other officers, all transportation managers also complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, military structure and etiquette, traditions, and leadership development. Transportation managers in the Military will gain skills through classes and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training topics relate to transportation management, and may include:
- Ways to work with civilian and other military service carriers
- Freight classifications
- Applicable military policies and federal/local laws
- Handling of special items, such as medicine and explosives
Education
Which college majors best prepare you for this role?
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
- Public Administration
- Business/Commerce, General
- Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
- Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
- Transportation/Mobility Management
- Transportation and Infrastructure Planning/Studies
Learn About How Military Can Pay for 100% of your College Degree
The Military has several programs that cover college costs — so you can pursue your education with little to no debt.
Learn More About Paying For CollegeSkills and Interest
What knowledge is essential to bring to the table?
- Customer and Personal Service
- Administration and Management
- Transportation
- Personnel and Human Resources
- Mathematics
What personality traits help people thrive in this role?
Enterprising
You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.
Conventional
You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.
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