Clarification from the agency

Open to all qualified applicants in all Areas of Consideration listed below.

As a SAFETY SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), GS-0018-9, This position is located in the Army National Guard, STARC Headquarters, Aviation and Safety Office (Model A) / Safety and Occupational Health Office (Model B), Ground Safety Section. The purpose of this position is to provide assistance in implementing and administering the troop and operational safety support programs.

(1) Provides safety related expertise to unit commanders and supervisors in the establishment of techniques and procedures for the elimination or control of unsafe acts (conditions), environments or hazards.

(2) Conducts safety assistance visits to units during annual training, convoy, range and other related tactical operations to ensure compliance will all safety regulations and guidelines and to minimize accident risk.

(3) Provides technical assistance in accident investigations. Conducts on-site investigations in cases of multiple injury accidents to determine causes and procedures for eliminating causal factors.

(4) Collects, reviews, analyzes, and investigates accident reports submitted to the State Safety and Occupational Health Office, Ground Safety Section. Coordinates and assists the collateral duty unit safety officer/NCO in the preparation of, and timely submission of DA Forms 285 to the U.S. Army Safety Center and ARNG Safety Office.

(5) Conducts periodic and unscheduled surveys and inspections of ARNG facilities to determine compliance with Occupational Safety Health Act (OSHA) and other regulatory requirements. Prepares reports based on survey findings and analyzes mishap trends. Assists the senior Safety Specialist in the assignment of risk assessment codes, and abatement plans. Observes work methods and recommends corrective measures to eliminate unsafe work practices.

(6) Prepares training materials and conducts safety training classes, demonstrations, seminars, pre-annual training briefings and other briefings as required. Prepares graphs, charts and information for use in determining accident trends. Analyzes factors such as the number of accidents and causes. Calculates ratios as to the cause and results. Develops countermeasure procedures, by recommending changes and remedies that will reduce accident rate and reverse trends.

(7) Assists the senior safety specialist in the promotion of the safety programs. Advises personnel on the need for safety and health protective equipment based on work environments and established regulatory requirements.

(8) Conducts construction site inspections of facilities and contractor personnel to determine compliance with applicable safety code requirements (OSHA, National Fire Codes, etc.).

(9) Conducts surveys of indoor/outdoor ranges within the state. Advises the senior safety specialist of their status and the necessary requirements to apply for waivers for non-standard ranges.

(10) Assists in the preparation of regulatory, quarterly and annual safety reports and other documents required by NGB, U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), and United States Army Safety Center (USASC). Maintains log of recordable and reportable accidents/incidents within the state.

(11) May attend and participate in unit safety council meetings to determine potential problem areas and provide guidance in proper safety procedures.

(12) Provides guidance to unit commanders in the storage, handling and transportation of munitions, explosives and hazardous materials. Studies the safety impact of transporting these items and makes recommendations to ensure regulatory compliance. Recommends the procurement and distribution of safety promotional materials.

(13) Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Must be current U.S. citizen, naturalized citizen or permanent resident. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must have a valid state driver's license.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
• Must never been convicted by a general, special, or summary courts-martial.
• Must have ability to speak English clearly and distinctly iaw the Read Aloud Test (RAT) and ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Must meet medical requirements listed below.
• Military Grades: Officer (O-1 to O-3), Warrant Officer (WO-1 to CW-4), and Enlisted (E-6 to E-7)
• Compatible Military Assignments: Officer MOS - 01A; Warrant Officer MOS - 011A; Enlisted MO - 00F

Qualifications

A review of your qualifications will be conducted to determine if you are qualified for this job. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The quality categories are:

1. Highly Qualified: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for this position.
2. Qualified: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements for this position.

Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Areas of Consideration:
Area 1 - Current permanent or conditional Title 32 Technicians of the Oregon ARNG.
Area 2 - Current permanent or conditional Title 5 Employees of the Oregon ARNG.
Area 3 - Current service members in the Oregon ARNG.

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. For entry into this specialty, must have normal color vision.
2. Freedom from fear of heights (acrophobia).
3. No history of emotional instability, personality disorder, or other unresolved mental health problems.
4. No record of claustrophobia or claustrophobic tendencies.
5. No medical conditions preventing prolonged standing, repetitive movements, walking up to one mile, or walking up and down stairs.

GENERAL and SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Your submitted documents will be reviewed for the competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the job duty listed above. Within your resume you will need to detail your capabilities. You will need to demonstrate 12 months of experience equivalent to a GS-07 which has prepared you to perform the duties of this position. Experiences should include: Advised personnel of appropriate safety and occupational health measures to control or eliminate hazardous operating processes which may cause mishaps. Investigated mishaps, obtained statements from witnesses, and photographed mishap scenes. Recorded circumstances of mishaps and extent of injuries, prepared final report(s) of findings with recommendations to correct the unsafe acts or conditions which caused injuries or property damage.

QUALITY RANKING FACTORS:
Possession of the following experiences will be considered as part of higher level qualifications: Program and project management, technical inspections/investigations, budget management and procurement, policy and technical report writing, code compliance enforcement/training, data trend analysis.

In order to qualify for this position you must:
1. Submit complete resume and other required supporting documentation as necessary.
2. Submit your transcript, license, or certification that you meet the following education requirements.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.