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Position Description Number: D1234000
The primary purpose of this position is to manage a comprehensive Occupational Health Program for the state. Serves as the Joint Force Headquarters State (JFHQ-ST) Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) consultant and principle advisor to the Adjutant General (TAG) on occupational health initiatives. Plans, develops, and analyzes the occupational health nursing services provided to National Guard personnel throughout the state.
Learn more about this agency05/03/2017 to 06/01/2017
$77,863 - $101,225 per year
GS 12
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - Occational travel to units within the state
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
Yes
NV HRO ARNG 17-1026
469000400
1. Establishes, manages and maintains a comprehensive Occupational Health Program: Plans, develops, analyses, and reviews occupational health nursing services and program requirements and determines impact on National Guard military and civilian personnel and public health. This requires formulating, analyzing revising, and implementing policies, procedures and best practices in accomplishing program goals and objectives in accordance with Federal, State and local laws (e.g., Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) Act of 1970 OSHA, Federal Employees Compensation Act FECA, Department of Labor, Department of Transportation and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission statutes, etc.), and DoD guidance. Serves as the technical expert on occupational health related matters to the Adjutant General, Component Commanders, the Chief of Staff and other directorate level staff elements. Provide expert advice to the Adjutant General to protect National Guard personnel against adverse effects of health hazards. Serves as a liaison between all State, NGB and Federal organizations concerning occupational health programs and services. Ensures all personnel are physically, mentally and psychologically suited for work in field operations and the industrial workplace in order to enhance and aid in proper receipt of medical care and rehabilitation of occupational illness/injury; reduce economic loss caused by physical deficiency; to prevent decreased combat readiness caused by occupational illness/injury to military personnel; and provide corporate review, analysis and management of worker compensation and line of duty costs. Serves as technical advisor and consultant on occupational health issues to the Civil
Support Team, CBRNE Enhanced Force Readiness Package (CEFRP) commanders and the
Radiation Safety Program. Provides occupational health support and oversight to all military and civilian personnel units exposed, or potentially exposed to chemical, biological, or radiological hazards in the work environment (e.g., maintenance, medical and aviation, etc.)
2. Evaluates and administers comprehensive occupational health programs, services and capabilities for military and civilian personnel in the work environment to include field operations, garrison, industrial and administrative sites. Utilizes information management resources such as the DoD Defense Occupational Environmental Health Readiness System (DOEHRS); Medical Operational Data System (MODS); also, utilizes the DoD Occupational Health Program Resource Models; Occupational Health Information System (OHMIS).
3. Provides occupational health services and medical treatment for non-occupational and occupational health illnesses and injuries IAW incumbents scope of employment, professional State Nursing License "scope of practice", and medical directives approved by a qualified, licensed physician.
4. Reviews and evaluates data to determine the need for expanded occupational health services by participating on interdisciplinary teams involving safety, environmental and industrial hygiene related consultation visits, risk assessment surveys of organizations, facilities and work areas. Coordinates with other DoD agencies, other federal agencies (e.g., OSHA, Center for Disease Control, etc.), and State agencies (e.g., State Departments of Health, State Environmental Quality, State Natural Resources, State
Laboratories, etc.). Assesses environmental exposures (e.g., biological, chemical, respiratory, ergonomic, physical hazards, etc.,) through surveillance and monitoring work situations. Prepares and submit reports of findings and recommendations to improve levels of efficiency and to reduce or eliminate future hazardous conditions.
5. Manages the Case Management Program. In coordination with the US Department of Labor (DOL) Regional OHN Consultant, NGB Regional Office of Workers Compensation Program (OWCP) Liaison, and the Director, Human Resources, serves as the local OHN Case Manager Consultant for ensuring development, evaluation, implementation and monitoring a comprehensive medical case management program for civilian employees who have an occupational health related injury or illness.
6. Develops and maintains a Health Education/Counseling program.
7. Establishes quality improvement monitoring systems and evaluating criteria. Participates in epidemiological investigations of hazard exposures. Conducts and oversees worksite visits with members of the safety, occupational health and industrial hygiene team.
8. Supervises Preventive Medicine Section personnel.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume, unless otherwise stated.
Military Membership: Dual status military technicians are members of the National Guard, hold the military grades specified for their authorized positions, and wear the uniform appropriate for the members' grade and component of the armed forces.
COMPATIBLE MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: In compliance with Title 32 United States Code, the compatible military skill set is determined by the applicable service manpower requirements. Upon selection, individuals are assigned to the authorized position and its compatible military skill in accordance with Army skill classification directives, statutes, and National Guard Bureau regulations. The Dual Status technician must obtain and maintain all military skill requirements in regards to training, education, certifications, and experience.
Compatible Military Assignment:
TDA Para/Line: 107/01; Officer O5; OAOC: 66H
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants must currently be a commissioned officer in the grades of O3 thru O5, and be currently hold the MOS listed above or be in the 66 series.
- Applicants must possess a current (Active) Secret clearance.
*Other Requirements:
For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
- Position requires routine access to Secret material or similar environment, must maintain a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit (NACLC) according to AR 380-67, Personnel Security Program.
- Must maintain local network access IAW AR 25-2.
In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skill, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific describing your experience.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: EACH APPLICANT MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE IN THEIR OWN WORDS- THAT THEY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW; OTHERWISE, THE APPLICANT WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION. DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
An Undergraduate Degree in Health Administration, Health Care Administration (or equivalent), Health Care Management, Health Management and Policy, Health Services Administration (or equivalent), Hospital Administration (or equivalent), or related fields such as, Primary Care Management, and Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN/RN), Biology, or microbiology. Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN/RN) or Biology. Other completed degrees are acceptable in Public Health, Entomology, Microbiology, Zoology, Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Engineering and Health Management/Health Systems Engineering, Operations Research, or other closely-related degree fields.
-OR-
Certification as an Occupational Health Nurse or a Graduate Degree in Public Health (MPH/MSPH) with a bachelor's degree in a biological science. Other educational options are a Master's in Health Administration, Health Care Administration, Health Care Management, Health Management and Policy, Health Services Administration (or equivalent), or Hospital Administration. A Master's degree or equivalent in public health, and one year of graduate medical education completed in a clinical specialty at a hospital.
Specialized Experience
GS-0610-12. In addition to a high degree of analytical ability, positions in this series require specialized knowledge of the basic principles and practices related to the management of occupational health care delivery systems. Must have experiences in planning for and the execution of state occupational health and industrial hygiene programs. Must have at least 12 months experience in one of the medical service core functions, which are prescribed as: Health facilities, health plan management, medical resources, health care information, management and information technology, medical logistics, and medical readiness. Must have demonstrated skills in written and oral communication. Must have at least 12 months experience, education, or training which provided working knowledge of the principles and practices related to the management of occupational health care delivery systems. Have experiences in analyzing and recommending solutions to complicated problems related to health systems. Experiences must include a working knowledge of missions, organizations, programs, and requirements of occupational health care delivery systems. Experiences in briefing senior leaders on related subjects are required. Experiences are preferred in occupational health services management; hospital administration and practice; contractual and accounting fundamentals; quality management; human resource management; and biometrics. Knowledge of occupational health standards of practice; preventive medicine concepts, medical executive skills/competencies and contingency plans is preferred. Comprehensive knowledge of health hazards in the workplace and required preventive measures needed to establish evaluation methodologies, provide consultative services, and develop programs suitable for areas of responsibility. Experiences and ability to administer an occupational health program with diverse elements peculiar to military settings, achieving compliance with regulatory provisions, and effectively communicating multiple occupational procedures and practices to both preventive medicine staff and line personnel. Experiences in planning, organizing, directing, budgeting, coordinating and evaluating operations, work processes, human-machine interactions and environmental conditions that impact the health and efficiency of personnel. Experiences in multi-disciplinary investigations to evaluate biological and toxicological effects of widely-used chemicals/toxicants and other potentially hazardous materials. Competent knowledge of regulatory guidelines such as, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Act of 1970, Federal Employees Compensation Act, Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), the Code of Federal Regulations, and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Working knowledge of Workers Compensation Program principles, concepts, rules, laws, regulations and precedent decisions in order identify pertinent Workers Compensation Programs elements and program deficiencies; and to recommend desirable courses of management actions and decisions to define likely modes of failure, including procedural deficiencies and their effects upon the efficiency of the system. Working knowledge of the Federal Employees Compensation Act (FECA) is necessary to discuss employees' medical condition with physicians and medical personnel and, as necessary, establish validity of claim and the ability to return to work. Ability to establish sound working relationships with other professionals including Federal, State, and private occupational health medical personnel who are inside and outside the agency, commanders, supervisors, and workers. Skilled in utilizing a variety of automated systems and technology (e.g., Medical Operational Data Systems (MODS) and the DoD Occupational Environmental Health Readiness System (DOEHRS). MUST HAVE experiences in mentoring, leading, and managing people and occupational health business, which include training, directing, and assigning tasks and projects to personnel. Demonstrated experiences and abilities to supervise the business tasks, as well as, motivate and inspire are mandatory. Must have working knowledge of equal employment and affirmative action programs.
Are you using your education to qualify? For positions requiring positive education requirements, or if you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. See OPM's General Policies (http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=General-Policies) for information on crediting education.
For positions in this occupational series, substitution of education for Specialized Experience is: None
- No PCS funds are available.
- This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position.
- Applicants who feel they have restoration rights to this position should contact the HRO.
- Military Inctentives - Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you may lose your elgibility for your National guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and/or Student Loan Repayment Program incentives. In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your incentives manager prior to accepting an offer for the position.
- If you are not a member of the Nevada Army National Guard, but are willing to become a member, you must contact a recruiter at 1-800-GOGUARD, or www.1800goguard.com (http://www.1800goguard.com) to see if you are eligible for enlistment and will meet the Military Compatibility Requirements listed on the Job Ad.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Wear the uniform appropriate for the members' grade and component of the armed forces, maintaining standards of conduct and appearance.
- IAW the civil service employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328), male applicants born after 31 December 1959 are required to furnish a statement of Selective Service registration status prior to appointment.
- IAW the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 (Public Law 99-6603), successful applicant will be required to provide verification of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Participation in Direct Deposit is mandatory.
- Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process. The process requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities/competencies related to the job requirements:
1. Knowledge of professional nursing principles, theories, concepts and standards of clinical and public health.
2. Knowledge of occupational health and preventive medicine concepts.
3. Comprehensive knowledge and ability to administer an occupational health program with extremely diverse elements peculiar to military settings, achieving compliance with regulatory provisions and effectively communicating multiple occupational procedures and practices to both preventive medicine staff and line personnel.
4. Ability to establish sound working relationships with other professionals including Federal, State and private occupational health medical personnel who are inside and outside the agency, commanders, supervisors, and workers. Work requires skill in written and oral communication.
5. Ability to supervise the work of lower level support personnel. Knowledge of equal employment and affirmative action programs.
6. Skill in utilizing a variety of automated systems and technology (e.g., DoD Occupational Environmental Health Readiness System (DOEHRS), Medical Operational Data Systems (MODS), etc.).
7. Ability to make nursing assessments and refer clients for mental health evaluations when indicated. Ability to assess and interpret physical symptoms, laboratory and x-ray results, formulates nursing diagnosis, establish priorities for intervention and refer to a physician. Ability to perform physical assessments and/or provide emergency medical treatment within established nursing protocols.
If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Your Resume - Your resume must show relevant educational and work experience fully supporting the required specialized experience including the dates (mm/yy) of each employment..
2. Completed Assessment Questionnaire.
3. PQR (Personnel Qualification Record dated within 90 days of application).
4. Copy of unofficial college transcripts.
5. Any supporting documentation (i.e. certificates, licenses, transcripts, etc.) used to support qualifications demonstrated in resume and/or required by Qualifications Required section.
Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position.
Applicants CANNOT be contacted for any required documents listed above. Applicants who submit INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS will receive a rating of INELIGIBLE. Requests for reconsideration will not be considered for applicants who fail to submit a complete application package. We cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, erroneous fax transmissions, etc.
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.
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 Occupational Questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Complete Resume and other supporting documents specified in the Required Documents section below. Resume must show relevant educational and work experience fully supporting the required specialized experience including the dates (mm/yy) of each employment.
2. Complete Assessment Questionnaire.
3. A current PQR (Personnel Qualification Record) uploaded to the required "OTHER" area of the online application manager. PQR must be no more than 90 days old at the time of application. An ORB/ERB is acceptable in the absence of a PQR.
4. Any supporting documentation (i.e. certificates, licenses, transcripts, etc.) used to support qualifications demonstrated in resume and/or required by Qualifications Required section.
5. TRANSCRIPTS uploaded to the "TRANSCRIPT" area, may be required if the minimum or specialized experience requires a degree or college credits or education is substituted for Specialized Experience.
6. SF-50s (Notification of Personnel Action) sufficient to show the following: 1) that you are a current on-board technician (Permanent or Indefinite). 2) that you are a current temp tech. 3) to support position or grade held or any other experience / qualifications claimed in resume.
7. Any DD 214 may be uploaded to the "DD 214" area of the online application manager. (214s are not required)
Your complete application (resume, assessment questionnaire, and all supporting documents) must be submitted by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Thursday, June 01, 2017.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account: https://login.usajobs.gov/account/signin select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 1952770. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
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 and
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.
Do not email or send hard copy resumes/applications to the Contact Information or Agency Information listed in this vacany announcement. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will be destroyed and will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.
**It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, whether uploaded or faxed, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant.**
After the closing date, your resume will be reviewed in full and compared to the required specialized experience as listed on this announcement. You will be notified electronically whether you have been found eligible and/or qualified or not. If you are found eligible and 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/469000400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Nevada Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Nevada Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Nevada Army National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.