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SAFETY & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SPECIALIST

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
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Summary

About the Position: Incumbent predominantly works independently at Formerly Utilized Sites Remedial Action Program (FUSRAP) project sites and is self-directed in carrying out assignments and attaining objectives. Additionally Responsible for supporting a wide variety of operations and facilities, including but not limited to: lock, dam and floating plant operations; dredging and breakwater repair; civil works construction projects; and environmental remediation.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
12/06/2024 to 12/20/2024
Salary
$90,811 - $118,050 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Buffalo, NY
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
12
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
CERE245342530428HW
Control number
822297300

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Duties

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  • Serves as technical advisor to District Project Delivery Teams (PDT) for assigned projects to eliminate or control risk of injury to both government employees and contractors at project sites
  • Provides safety review of plans and specifications at various stages of project execution; reviews contractor safety submittals for completeness.
  • Conducts on-site quality assurance safety audits and inspections to enforce contractual safety requirements.
  • Supports the Industrial Hygiene (IH) Program through assessment and monitoring of workers to quantify potential occupational exposures to hazards like dusts, fumes, noise and environmental contaminants such as VOCs, lead, beryllium and radiation.
  • Reviews contractor laboratory data submissions.

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 is a Career Program 12 (CP-12) Position and all ACTEDS requirements apply, to include, as a condition of employment employee must attain CP-12 Level I Certificate within 18 months of hire.
  • This position requires a valid State motor vehicle operator's license prior to appointment and maintain the license for the duration of employment.
  • This position requires a pre-employment fit for duty physical.

Qualifications

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience: I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service in or related to safety and occupational health that provided the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, which includes supporting a wide variety of high-risk operations and facilities, including but not limited to lock, dam and floating plant operations, dredging and breakwater repair, civil works construction projects, and environmental remediation. Conducts safety or occupational health program elements, developing, and recommending safety and occupational health policy to higher levels of management.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

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.
  • 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(n) 12 Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
  • Ideal Candidate: Certified or ability to become certified safety professional with environmental remediation and radiation safety experience.

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.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
RE-W2SM05 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-BUFFALO
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Buffalo, NY 14207
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