Federal Fleet Management Competencies

Competencies are the characteristics that result in superior performance in Federal Fleet Management.  

These core competencies specify the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary for proper performance of Federal Fleet Management duties.  These are the core competencies of the Federal Fleet Manager.

These competencies provide the foundation for the competency-based e-learning, knowledge management and performance support provided in The Federal Fleet Management Desk Reference & Training Course on Know Net 2 for this position. 

These core competencies address technical requirements only and do not address such additional requirements as communication, computer and management skills.

• Competency 1: Comply with Key Federal Fleet Management Laws, Regulations and Policies

• Competency 2: Use Operations Data to Manage Costs and Reporting Requirements for a Federal Fleet

• Competency 3: Manage Motor Vehicle Assets Using the Four Phases of the Federal Fleet Management Life Cycle

• Competency 4: Determine, Justify and Budget for Vehicle Needs to include Meeting Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Fuel Efficiency Requirements for a Federal Fleet

• Competency 5: Acquire New Vehicle(s), Supplies and Services for a Federal Fleet

• Competency 6: Achieve Accountability for Federal Motor Vehicles and Parts Inventory for a Federal Fleet

• Competency 7: Optimize Vehicle Utilization and Dispose of Vehicles in Compliance with Law & Regulation for Federal Fleets

• Competency 8: Comply with the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Federal Employees

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Competency 1: Comply with Key Federal Fleet Management Laws,  Regulations and Policies

Demonstrated Knowledge of the Requirements and Application of:

• The Act which provides the Statutory Basis for Federal Fleet Management

• Federal Fleet Management Regulations

• The Key Executive Orders affecting Federal Fleet Management

• Procedures for Tracking Federal Regulatory Changes Affecting Motor Vehicles

• The Key Law and Two Executive Orders which Require Use of Alternative Fuel Vehicles in Federal Fleets

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Competency 2: Use Operations Data to Manage Costs and Reporting Requirements for a Federal Fleet

Demonstrated Knowledge of the Requirements and Application of:

• Federal Fleet Cost Management

• Federal Fleet Reporting Requirements

• Operations Data in the Federal Fleet Report

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Competency 3: Manage Motor Vehicle Assets Using the Four Phases of the Federal Fleet Management Life Cycle

Demonstrated Knowledge of the Requirements and Application of:

• Life Cycle Management Techniques for Federal Fleets

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Competency 4: Determine, Justify and Budget for Vehicle Needs to include Meeting Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Fuel Efficiency Requirements for a Federal Fleet

Demonstrated Knowledge of the Requirements and Application of:

• Effective Vehicle Needs Determination for Federal Fleets

• The Options to Meet an Agency's Vehicle Needs

• The Primary Considerations in Selecting a Motor Vehicle Solution

• Vehicle Utilization Management for Federal Fleets

• Vehicle Selection for Federal Fleets

• Procedures to Meet All EPAct 1992,  EPAct 2005 Section 701, EISA Section 141/142/246, Executive Order (EO) 13514, Executive Order (EO) 13423 Requirements

• Fuel Economy Management Techniques for Federal Fleets

• The Three Most Effective Petroleum Reduction Strategies for Federal Fleets

• Best Practices in Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Selection for Federal Fleets

• Best Practices in Determining Vehicle Mix for Federal Fleets

• Federal Standards for Federal Motor Vehicle Acquisition

• Techniques for Achieving Maximum Fuel Efficiency in Federal Fleets

• Steps in Vehicle Justification for Federal Fleets

• Vehicle Life Cycle Costing for Federal Fleets

• Lease/Purchase Analysis for Federal Fleets

• The Steps in Formulating Fleet Budget Requests for Federal Fleets

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Competency 5: Acquire New Vehicle(s), Supplies and Services for a Federal Fleet

Demonstrated Knowledge of the Requirements and Application of:

• A Vehicle Utilization Methodology for Federal Fleets

• The Approved Source Order Priority Utilized to Meet Vehicle Needs for Federal Fleets

• The Methods for Vehicle Acquisition for Federal Fleets

• The Methods for Leasing Vehicles for Federal Fleets

• The Federal Regulations which Govern Procurements of Motor Vehicles, Supplies and Services for Federal Fleets

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Competency 6: Achieve Accountability for Federal Motor Vehicles and Parts Inventory for a Federal Fleet

Demonstrated Knowledge of the Requirements and Application of:

• Best Practices in Assuring Accountability for Federal Fleet Vehicles

• Techniques for Assigning a Vehicle to Use in a Federal Fleet

• Official Use Regulations for Federal Fleets

• Home-to-Work Regulations for Federal Fleets

• Tag (License) Management Techniques for Federal Fleets

• Best Practices in Driver Training Management for Federal Fleets

• Acceptable Reimbursement Procedures for Use of POVs in a Federal Fleet

• Techniques for Securing Federal Fleets

• Regulations on Contractor Use of Government-Owned Vehicles (GOVs) in Federal Fleets

• Warranty Management for Federal Fleets

• Management of an In-House Maintenance Program for Federal Fleets

• Performance Indicators for In-House Maintenance Programs for Federal Fleets

• Management of a Scheduled Maintenance Program for Federal Fleets

• Management of Unscheduled Maintenance for Federal Fleets

• Management of Costs Outside of the GSA Rental Rate

• The Role of The Contracting Officer in Procurements for Federal Fleets

• Contract Type Selection for Procurements for Federal Fleets

• Key Fuel Conservation and Cost Reduction Techniques for Federal Fleets

• Cross-Servicing Agreements for Federal Fleets

• Key Recordkeeping Requirements for Federal Fleets

• Management of Major Costs of Federal Fleets

• Management of the Fleet Charge Card for Federal Fleets

• Best Practices for Safety Management for Federal Fleets

• Accident Management for Federal Fleets

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Competency 7: Optimize Vehicle Utilization and Dispose of Vehicles in Compliance with Law & Regulation for Federal Fleets

Demonstrated Knowledge of the Requirements and Application of:

• The Techniques for Maximizing Vehicle Utilization in a Federal Fleet

• The Steps in Determining Vehicle Replacements for a Federal Fleet

• The Method Utilized to Transfer Title to a Government Motor Vehicle

• The Steps in Utilizing Exchange/Sale in a Federal Fleet

• The Techniques for Disposing of Vehicles in a Federal Fleet

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Competency 8: Comply with the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Federal Employees

Demonstrated Knowledge of the Requirements and Application of the:

• Standards of Ethical Conduct in the Management of Federal Fleets

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