DOL seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. These positions are located in the Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration, Pittsburgh Safety and Health Technology Center (PSHTC) in South Park, PA in the Mine Electrical Systems Division and the Mine Waste and Geotechnical Engineering Division. **PLEASE REVIEW THE ANNOUNCEMENT** - Ideal candidates for these positions: students pursuing degrees in Civil or Electrical Engineering. - These student positions have promotion potential to GS-4; - Promotion Potential-There is no obligation to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions are dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level and supervisory approval; - These positions are inside of the bargaining unit; - Multiple selections will be made from this vacancy announcement; - These are student internship appointments expected to last for more than one year; - To be appointed you must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis at a qualifying academic institution at the time of appointment, maintain such enrollment throughout the duration of the appointment; - Upon completion of requirements for graduation and successful completion of the internship, the appointee may become eligible for non-competitive conversion to a term or permanent position in the competitive service provided successful completion of a certified Engineering program. - The full performance level of the Engineering positions converted under a Career Ladder position is GS-12; - Appointees must sign a DOL Pathways Intern Program Participant Agreement; - The entire duration of the internship is a trial period; - Appointees must be a U.S. citizen in order to be eligible for conversion to a permanent position; -These internship opportunities require those selected to be available for duty at the MSHA Pittsburgh Safety and Health Technology Center (PSHTC) located in South Park, PA (located just outside of Pittsburgh, PA). MSHA is not responsible for providing temporary housing, transportation or relocation expenses.
Summary
DOL seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. These positions are located in the Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration, Pittsburgh Safety and Health Technology Center (PSHTC) in South Park, PA in the Mine Electrical Systems Division and the Mine Waste and Geotechnical Engineering Division. **PLEASE REVIEW THE ANNOUNCEMENT** - Ideal candidates for these positions: students pursuing degrees in Civil or Electrical Engineering. - These student positions have promotion potential to GS-4; - Promotion Potential-There is no obligation to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions are dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level and supervisory approval; - These positions are inside of the bargaining unit; - Multiple selections will be made from this vacancy announcement; - These are student internship appointments expected to last for more than one year; - To be appointed you must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis at a qualifying academic institution at the time of appointment, maintain such enrollment throughout the duration of the appointment; - Upon completion of requirements for graduation and successful completion of the internship, the appointee may become eligible for non-competitive conversion to a term or permanent position in the competitive service provided successful completion of a certified Engineering program. - The full performance level of the Engineering positions converted under a Career Ladder position is GS-12; - Appointees must sign a DOL Pathways Intern Program Participant Agreement; - The entire duration of the internship is a trial period; - Appointees must be a U.S. citizen in order to be eligible for conversion to a permanent position; -These internship opportunities require those selected to be available for duty at the MSHA Pittsburgh Safety and Health Technology Center (PSHTC) located in South Park, PA (located just outside of Pittsburgh, PA). MSHA is not responsible for providing temporary housing, transportation or relocation expenses.
The students selected for these opportunities will work with professionals and scientists performing non-clerical duties to gain experience in engineering and/or sciences. TheMine Electrical Systems Division provides electrical engineering services related to the safe use of electricity and electrical machinery during the extraction and processing of mineral resources. The technical work areas include: elevators, hoists, surface mining equipment controls, power electronics, computer control, communications, and power distribution. The Division engineers disseminate technical procedures for the safe use, installation, maintenance and testing of these electrical systems and equipment. The Division engineers develop specialized test equipment, devices, and instruments needed to make these evaluations. The Division engineers are currently researching and testing seismic instrumentation to detect the location of miners trapped underground during mine emergencies. The Mine Waste and Geotechnical Engineering Division provides technical services, consultation, and training to Federal and State mining officials, the mining industry, and others. The Division’s primary work is in the area of hazards associated with dam construction and operation and the integrity of natural and man-made embankments. Other work areas, which constitute a significant part of the Division’s work, include complex safety problems related to geotechnical issues, ground stability, surface haulage, structural safety, and mining near bodies of water. Applied research studies, site investigations, plan reviews, and in-depth engineering evaluations are made of conditions, practices, and engineering aspects involved in each of these areas.
Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a qualifying program.
Appointment to this position will require a medical examination.
Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.
Qualifications
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Applicants for these positions must meet the definition of a CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENT as outlined several times throughout this vacancy. If you do not meet this definition, you will not be considered. Applicants may qualify via education only. To do so, applicants must meet the levels of studies listed below. FOR GS-03: currently enrolled and have completed at least 1 academic year of post-high school study working toward an Engineering degree. FOR GS-04: currently enrolled and have completed at least 2 academic years of post-high school or associate's degree once again working on a track of study leading toward an Engineering degree.
Examples of specialized experience that may be helpful for these types of positions are listed below: Students wanting to study and work in the fields of dam, geotechnical, or structural safety; or digital signal processing are highly desired. While not required, student familiarity with mining concepts and equipment is beneficial. Highly qualified candidates are enrolled in an educational program leading to a Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering.
Education
EDUCATION: APPLIES TO ALL APPLICANTS: To be eligible for appointment, you must be currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis at a qualifying educational institution, for the purpose of obtaining a degree in ENGINEERING. Current students must have a grade-point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. If appointed, you must maintain such grade point average throughout the duration of the internship.
You must submit with your application a current academic transcript and/or other official documentation from your academic institution demonstrating your eligibility for appointment. See the “Required Documents” section of this announcement. In addition, if you wish to use your education as a basis for meeting the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must submit academic transcripts demonstrating that you meet the qualifying educational requirements.
If specific course work is required to fulfill the minimum qualification requirements, you must supply transcripts from each academic institution in which the required courses were taken in order to receive credit for that course work. See the "Qualifications and Evaluations" section of this announcement for more details.
If you do not submit sufficient academic documentation necessary to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for further consideration for this vacancy.
Please review College Transcript and Evaluation of Foreign Education information. Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.
Additional information
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. The Department of Labor does not make unfavorable hiring decisions on the basis of an applicant's previous or current unemployment, or the fact that an applicant has experienced financial difficulty through no fault of his/her own and has undertaken good faith efforts to meet his/her financial obligations. Consideration is given to financial status in relation to appointments only where required by law, regulation, or Executive Order. Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION, PROBATIONARY PERIOD, FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants meeting the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements will be evaluated against the competencies described below and will be placed into one of the following quality categories, based on responses to the vacancy questionnaire: Category A - Meets the basic qualification requirements for the vacancy and has successful experience in the same or similar job that has demonstrated superior proficiency in applying the critical competencies required by this position to work of increased levels of difficulty and complexity. Category B - Meets the basic qualification requirements for the vacancy and demonstrates satisfactory proficiency in the critical competencies by this position. Category C - Meets the specialized experience described in the minimum qualifications requirements section of this announcement and demonstrates proficiency in the basic competencies.
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies: Professional Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge of theoretical /scientific concepts and principles as would typically be acquired through one or more years of academic study above high school. Basic knowledge statics, dynamics, strength of materials in order to in order to participate in the review and evaluation of engineering problems, safety plans, and training programs. Communication skills: Ability to write detailed, descriptive reports in order to document the findings from site inspections, surveys, and investigations. Able to effectively communicate with co-workers and the public including: participate in meetings, assisting other engineers making oral presentations, and assist other engineers with writing reports and/or memos summarizing findings. Computer skills: Ability to work with computers and computer programs including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and Adobe Writer. Have the ability to make modifications on existing spreadsheets and perform file manipulations related to specific remote terminal usage, after having been trained in these procedures. The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to the vacancy questions. If not, the HRO may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume. Your evaluation may also include a review by a Human Resources Specialist or panel and may include other assessments (ex. interview, panel review, written test, writing sample, etc.)
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Follow the instructions: click How To Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
The following documents are required from ALL applicants: - Proof of Enrollment: Academic transcript or other official documentation from the educational institution proving your status as a student who is currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis at a qualifying educational institution. See “Qualifications” and “Evaluations.” - Qualifications: Academic transcripts sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, as described in this announcement, where you are seeking to qualify based on education. See "Qualifications" and "Evaluations."
The following documents are required if applicable: - Veterans Documents (if applicable): To be considered as a 5-point preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD-214 must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. To claim 10-point preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214; an Application for 10-point Veteran's Preference, SF15; and the proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. (For active duty service members expecting to be honorably discharged or released within 120 days, click Active Duty) Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference. For more information, go to: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/hire/hrp/vetguide/index.aspx. - Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted. Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents MUST be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on the vacancy closing date to receive consideration. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/. STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete. STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS) Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button . For questions about the vacancy, click the "Agency Contact Information" link. Click “Start Application” and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click “Continue to Agency Site”. STEP 3 – Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL) On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account if you have not already and click “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY”. Continue through the 7 progress steps indicated by circles at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. The 4th progress step "Documents" is where you submit required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy. Pull documents from your USAJOBS Account by clicking "U" icon under "Action". Warning: BE SURE TO pull documents from your USAJOBS Account by clicking "U" UPLOAD icon under "Action". If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. STEP 4 – On the “Application Review” step, click “Submit Application” The last “Confirmation” step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully. STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Closing Date by returning to USAJOBS, clicking the vacancy, then “Update Application”.
Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration
The Curtis Center
170 S. Independence Mall West
Suite 600 East
Philadelphia, PA 19106
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate. For instructions on how to check the status of your application, go to Step 7 on: Using DOORS and USAJOBS Help Guide. To sign up for Application Status Updates via email: Click Here for instructions.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Follow the instructions: click How To Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
The following documents are required from ALL applicants: - Proof of Enrollment: Academic transcript or other official documentation from the educational institution proving your status as a student who is currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis at a qualifying educational institution. See “Qualifications” and “Evaluations.” - Qualifications: Academic transcripts sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, as described in this announcement, where you are seeking to qualify based on education. See "Qualifications" and "Evaluations."
The following documents are required if applicable: - Veterans Documents (if applicable): To be considered as a 5-point preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD-214 must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. To claim 10-point preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214; an Application for 10-point Veteran's Preference, SF15; and the proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. (For active duty service members expecting to be honorably discharged or released within 120 days, click Active Duty) Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference. For more information, go to: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/hire/hrp/vetguide/index.aspx. - Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted. Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents MUST be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on the vacancy closing date to receive consideration. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/. STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete. STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS) Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button . For questions about the vacancy, click the "Agency Contact Information" link. Click “Start Application” and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click “Continue to Agency Site”. STEP 3 – Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL) On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account if you have not already and click “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY”. Continue through the 7 progress steps indicated by circles at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. The 4th progress step "Documents" is where you submit required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy. Pull documents from your USAJOBS Account by clicking "U" icon under "Action". Warning: BE SURE TO pull documents from your USAJOBS Account by clicking "U" UPLOAD icon under "Action". If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. STEP 4 – On the “Application Review” step, click “Submit Application” The last “Confirmation” step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully. STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Closing Date by returning to USAJOBS, clicking the vacancy, then “Update Application”.
Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration
The Curtis Center
170 S. Independence Mall West
Suite 600 East
Philadelphia, PA 19106
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate. For instructions on how to check the status of your application, go to Step 7 on: Using DOORS and USAJOBS Help Guide. To sign up for Application Status Updates via email: Click Here for instructions.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
