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Cook (Dual Rate) (DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY)

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Northwestern Division, Portland District, Navigation Division
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Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for DHA for 5 U.S.C. 9905, dated 06/23/2023 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
03/15/2024 to 06/21/2024
Salary
$28.04 to - $32.70 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WK 8
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Portland, OR
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
76% or greater - This position is aboard a dredging vessel, travel on the vessel is required (during dredging season). Schedules will run 15 on 13 off with 1 rotation of 8 on 6 off in January each year.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
RHCE249311175632HW
Control number
782050300

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Clarification from the agency

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Direct Hire Auth 5 U.S.C. 9905, 06/23/2023 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

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Duties

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  • You will prepare and serve meals aboard a Hopper Dredge to all Crew Members.
  • You will prepare various meats such as poultry, fish, chops, steaks, roasts.
  • You will prepare various vegetables and fruits in a variety of ways such as cutting, grinding, dicing, and slicing.
  • You will prepare foods in a variety of ways such as soups, stews, gravies and sauces.
  • You will bake bread, cakes and pastries.
  • You will portion food for individual servings.
  • You will maintain all areas in a clean and orderly condition.
  • You will stand Port Watch as required.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position has a requirement to lift up to 45 lbs.
  • You MUST possess a current United States Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), Steward's Department (SD), Food Handler (FH) endorsement or higher AND a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
  • Completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • This is a mandatory drug Testing Designated Position (TDP), in accordance with EP 600-1-300, USACE Drug Testing Procedures for the Army's Drug-Free Federal Workplace (DFW) Program, dated 28 Feb 01.
  • Participation in the Mandatory Drug Testing Program is required in accordance with EP 600-85.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US CITIZENS

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Cook (Dual Rate), without more than normal supervision. Qualified applicants for this position must have the ability or potential ability to prepare and serve meals for groups of people by preparing various meats, poultry, fish, vegetables, fruits and baked goods. You must have knowledge of materials, tools and equipment used when cooking for groups of people. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Physical Efforts: Work requires moderate physical effort. Lifts and carries equipment and supplies normally up to 45 lbs and occasionally over 45 lbs. work requires prolonged standing, walking and climbing, all of which can cause exertion of the lower back. The employee must maintain good lower back physical condition. Incumbent must have color and depth perception and be able to see by low visibility conditions in order to perform duties.

Working Conditions: Work is performed primarily in the galley where there is constant exposure to above average temperatures. Exposed to extremes of weather conditions, heat, and noise. There is danger of slippery decks and drowning. Must wear appropriate safety gear and protective clothing as required, and comply with sound safety practices. may be exposed to hot pipes, escaping steam and the effects of acids, solvents, and paint.

IAW NPPR 690-1-530 this position is dual-rated to the position of Cook Steward, Hopper Dredge, WJ-7404-04 (HE A50). If qualified and possesses appropriate U. S. Coast Guard License/Certification, incumbent may be assigned to perform these duties on an intermittent, dual rate capacity.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • You MUST UPLOAD your USCG Credentials or you may be rated ineligible.
  • ONE year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Career Program (CP) 13 - Cook Dual Rate position
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • IAW NPPR 690-1-530 this position is dual-rated to the position of Cook Steward, Hopper Dredge, WJ-7404-04 (RH A50). If qualified and possesses appropriate U.S. Coast Guard License/Certification, incumbent may be assigned to perform these duties on an intermittent, dual-rated capacity.
  • The following incentives may be authorized to a highly qualified candidate: Recruitment, Relocation, Advanced Leave Accrual, Advanced In-hire, and/or Student Loan Repayment

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, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

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