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EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE TECHNICIAN
142 FW
Portland, OR United States 1 vacancy
Appointment Type: Excepted Service Term (Indefinite w/Conv Rights)
Official Position Description #: D1674000
Series/Grade:
WG-6501-11/11
Salary Range: $27.07-$31.55
*Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance*
*Candidates must have a valid state driver's license*
*May convert to permanent without further competition*
*PCS is not Authorized*
MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL GUARD IS REQUIRED: This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in the Oregon National Guard as a condition of employment. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Unit of military assignment is any supporting unit of 142 FW. Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. Acceptance of a permanent or indefinite position with the Oregon National Guard will cause termination from any Guard Recruitment Bonus or Guard paid student loan. A law enforcement background check may be required prior to appointment to this position. By submitting a resume or application for this position, you authorize this agency to accomplish the check. This is a dual-status position and membership in the Oregon National Guard is required. By submitting this application you are affirming to the validity of the information you have provided.
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
1st Area: Current permanent full time support personnel of the Oregon Air National Guard (ANG)
2nd Area: All members of the Oregon Air National Guard (ANG)
Application materials must be received in our office by Monday, June 05, 2017. Failure to provide complete information may result in your not receiving consideration for this position. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations section to understand the qualification requirements, and How To Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.
05/02/2017 to 06/05/2017
$27.07 - $31.55 per hour
WG 11
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - For job training and organization mission requirements.
No
Term - Excepted Service Term NTE Indefinite
Full-time - Full Time
6501 Miscellaneous Ammunitions, Explosives, and Toxic Matter Work
No
ORAF17-376 773408
465460200
INTRODUCTORY:
This position is located in the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Flight of the Civil Engineering Squadron Mission Support Group of an Air National Guard aviation wing. The EOD Flight is a highly specialized organization comprised of uniquely qualified individuals The EOD position provide force protection to Department of Defense (DoD) Installations and state and local governments on a 24-hour basis. The position provides the capability of detection, identification, evaluation, rendering safe, recovery, and disposal of explosive items that are hazardous to operations, facilities, or personnel.
MAJOR DUTIES:
1. Remains technically qualified through constant training and is authorized to assist in procedures to ensure the rendering safe and disposal of high explosive ordnance and special weapons, including but not limited to both U.S. and foreign guided missiles, mines, projectiles, rockets, bombs, miscellaneous munitions items, booby traps, improvised criminal and terrorist devices, as well as chemical, biological and nuclear bombs/warheads/devices.
2. Utilizes and continually reviews current methods and techniques and determines new and innovative procedures employed in the detection, identification, safest method of handling, rendering safe, and/or destruction of domestic or foreign explosive hazards as described above, that threaten personnel, operations, installations, or material. Interprets state, Federal, Department of Defense and Department of Transportation laws and regulations regarding environmental matters to include the Munitions Rule (MMR), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Uses independent judgment to arrive at proper disposal methods while coordinating with above agencies when possible.
3. Assist with the area reconnaissance for detection and identification of unexploded ordnance (UXO). Determines distances to which personnel and material must be evacuated for safety. Photographs, documents, and formulates possible render safe procedures for all unknown ordnance/devices for technical intelligence reporting requirements as established. Assists with the special tactics and procedures to gain access to and perform necessary render safe procedures (RSP's) using specialized tools and classified techniques. This includes counter defense measures such as locating, identifying, and neutralizing electronic surveillance devices including active and/or passive infrared switches, microwave energy devices, acoustical, magnetic, and electro-mechanical switches to name a few. Assists with the employment of remote controlled devices, shaped charges, and other explosively operated tools and techniques where needed.
*The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties. For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialist at the bottom of the announcement.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
--If any supplemental documentation for education or certifications are required it will be listed here.
--If the position requires a driver's license, applicant will be expected to obtain and maintain a satisfactory State of Oregon Driver's License. Driver's licenses from other states will be accepted pending they are recognized by the State of Oregon DMV and adhere to National Guard Technician Personnel Regulations.
--If position requires security clearance. Individuals must currently possess or obtain and maintain a satisfactory Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance in accordance with position requirements.
--Applicants are subject to Police Record Check. Applicants can pre-emptively fill out the PDF form below at the link.
http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/forms/forminfo/forminfopage84.html
On the Police Records Check Form DD-369 please fill out sections 2 through 9, sign block 11, and leave line 10 blank. Once complete please upload along with application packet.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Involved in the manufacturing, assembling, disassembling, renovating, loading, deactivating, modifying, destroying, testing, handling, placing, and discharging of ammunition, propellants, chemicals and toxic materials, and other conventional and special munitions and explosives. Work involves detection, identification, evaluation, rendering safe recovery, and disposal of explosive items which are hazardous to operations, facilities, or personnel. Experience or training which demonstrates the ability to use and maintain tools and equipment associated with the type of work to be done, and to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Experience which demonstrates the knowledge of and the ability to apply safety standards.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Applicants applying at the WG-11 level must have 18 months of general and specialized experience in explosive ordnance disposal operations, as well as scale indications in a toxic or radioactive environment. Experience planning work sequences and determining the requirements for serviceability of equipment, and knows the impact of repairs on related integral devices. Experience interpreting technical publications with the ability to assist subordinates or other employees in interpreting technical publications applicable to the detection, identification and destruction of numerous types of explosives and toxic materials.
Education Requirements:
None to list for this position.
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
None to list for this position.
For Any Questions or Concerns in regards to this announcement, please contact the following personnel at the Oregon Military Department:
SSG Velasquez, Pedro
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement/Compensation)
Oregon Military Department JFHQ-Human Resources Office
Salem, OR 97301
Business Number: (503)584-3926; DSN: 355-3926
Business E-Mail: pedro.velasquez.mil@mail.mil
SSG Chitwood, Edward D.
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement/Compensation)
Oregon Military Department JFHQ-Human Resources Office
Salem, OR 97301
Business Contact: (503)584-3841; DSN: 355-3841
Business E-Mail: edward.d.chitwood.mil@mail.mil
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet all necessary job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume' and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire, resume, and supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume' and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
Failure to provide complete information, may result in an applicant not receiving consideration for this position. The following:
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
The Human Resource Office needs certain information to evaluate your qualifications and determine if you meet the requirements for Federal employment in this position. If your resumé or application does not provide all information requested in the Position Vacancy Announcement or through the USA Jobs Assessment process you may not receive full consideration for this position. As a minimum your application should include the following:
1. Personal Information: Full name, mailing address with zip code, home and work phone numbers, country of citizenship, highest Federal civilian grade held (indicate whether grade held as permanent, indefinite or temporary), current military unit of assignment, duty MOS/AFSC, and military grade.
2. Work Experience: Provide job title (include series and grade for Federal employment and MOS/AFSC and grade for military); duties and accomplishments; employer's name, address, supervisor, and phone number; start and end dates (month and year) with hours of work and ending salary. Include both paid and volunteer work.
AGR APPLICANTS:
AGR Applicants must submit their AGR Packets into the HR Office and must contact one of the listed Point of Contacts in this announcement prior to submitting complete packages. All packages must be submitted and received by 11:59 p.m. EST on Monday, June 05, 2017.
Current AGR members intending to remain AGR must submit the following:
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1919707
2. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, June 05, 2017 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf .
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Applicants for a Technician position will apply through USA Jobs. Applicants for an Air Force AGR position (or current Air Force AGRs applying for a Technician position but wishing to remain in AGR status) must submit NGB Form 34-1.
To apply for this position, you must provide both of the following parts:
1. You must complete the online assessment questionnaire.
2. Submit all required documents specified in the required documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, June 05, 2017 to receive consideration.
-- To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
-- Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
-- It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
-- To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
-- To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
If you are unable to complete the application process online, you can contact one or both of the point of contacts listed below. The secondary application process is subject to adequate time and mailing. It must be completed and received in our office by the closing date of the announcement Monday, June 05, 2017.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/465460200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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