This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/464466600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
THIS POSITION IS RESTRICTED TO CURRENT MILITARY MEMBERS OF THE IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD.
LOCATION: JFHQ-Aviation Safety Office, Johnston, IA.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY
Thursday, March 02, 2017 FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.02/16/2017 to 03/02/2017
$49,765 - $64,697 per year
GS 09
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - Training and Mission Requirements
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
IA17-043 (1915895)
464466600
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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Conducts construction site inspections of facilities and contractor personnel to determine compliance with applicable safety code requirements (OSHA, National Fire Codes, etc.). 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. 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. May attend and participate in unit safety council meetings to determine potential problem areas and provide guidance in proper safety procedures. 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. Performs other duties as assigned. D0696
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS), LISTED BELOW, WILL BE USED IN THE SELECTION PROCESS. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES ARE IMPORTANT TO THE ENTIRE SELECTION PROCESS AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED SPECIFICALLY AND COMPLETELY IN THE APPLICATION.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A pre-employment physical or medical screening may be required for placement to this position. Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) program as a condition of employment.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a security clearance as required by the position. Failure to complete NGB prescribed courses at the PEC for new FTS personnel within the first year of employment may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.
ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.
General Experience: Performed, as a team member, specified survey work to identify and evaluate hazardous and nonhazardous work and conditions. Applied conventional survey techniques to complete relatively uncomplicated evaluations. Made recommendations concerning corrective procedures where the potential for injury or property damage exists or current procedures do not achieve the desired results, or are no longer appropriate for situations encountered.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:Must indicate 24 months of the following type of experience:
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: For entry into this specialty, completion of high school or general educational development equivalency is mandatory. Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the grade levels specified. For example, successful completion of a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of subjects such as safety, fire prevention, industrial hygiene, or other directly related subjects is considered qualifying for the GS-05 level. If education is being substituted for specialized experience, a college transcript must accompany the application or resume.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS WILL BE EVALUATED AGAINST THE BASIC QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION AS STATED IN THE GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED ABOVE.
Your complete Application Package (containing the above required documents) must be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on Thursday, March 02, 2017
If you cannot complete the application process using one of the options identified in the "How to Apply" section, please contact our office for alternate application procedures.
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.
The Application Process
To apply for this position, you must:
Provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume
2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire
3. Other supporting documents if applicable (i.e. transcripts)
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the assessment questionnaire, View Occupational Questionnaire and
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/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.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usacover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 1915895
Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144. If you cannot apply online:
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After the vacancy has closed, your application package will be reviewed in full and you will be notified electronically whether you have been found qualified or not qualified. If you have been found qualified, your application will be forwarded 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/464466600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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