Serves as Safety Technician for the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department (MWR), Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan (CFAY). Incumbent performs administrative, training tasks in support of the MWR Facilities Manager and MWR Department safety activities. Documents various safety actions and maintains record file. Maintains liaison with CFAY Safety Office and higher organizations on accident, fire and property loss reporting and other safety matters.
Summary
Serves as Safety Technician for the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department (MWR), Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan (CFAY). Incumbent performs administrative, training tasks in support of the MWR Facilities Manager and MWR Department safety activities. Documents various safety actions and maintains record file. Maintains liaison with CFAY Safety Office and higher organizations on accident, fire and property loss reporting and other safety matters.
Who May Apply: Applicants with SOFA Sponsorship only. This includes applicants with current Military Spouse Preference, Family member preference, and current CNIC employees within the Kanto region.
Performs routine inspections and investigative work in monitoring occupational safety and health laws.
Investigates and reports on unsafe mechanical and physical conditions and work practices evolving from carelessness or negligence that may involve injury to persons or damage to property or both.
Inspects and evaluates safety issues that may arise throughout the organization.
Assists senior MWR managers and/or the CFAY Safety Office with planning, organizing, executing, documenting, and analyzing surveys of areas of assigned responsibility.
Investigates alleged hazardous conditions, practices, etc., to identify hazards and possible means of elimination.
Monitors the MWR safety program by coordinating with the MWR management team and other personnel responsible for the operation and conduct of the programs.
Conducts surveys of MWR facilities and programs. Documents and prepares appropriate survey forms and reports. Conducts follow-up surveys as required.
Assists senior Safety Specialists from the CFAY Safety Office in conducting surveys and evaluations of low-medium hazard installation activities, i.e., administrative operations and facilities, logistic and storage facilities, playgrounds, recreational and community facilities, etc.
Initiates and monitors work-order submissions, progress, and completion for assigned areas.
Provides general support to other areas of the MWR Department safety program.
Suggests plans, procedures, or equipment to improve safety conditions.
In conjunction with MWR facility and program managers, initiates work orders and other facilities paperwork to repair or mitigate facility-related deficiencies.
Manages the administrative functions of the MWR safety program.
Assists MWR management team in the timely and proper submission of required reports and MISHAP documentation.
Serves a major role in the CYP program as the Playground Safety Inspector to inspect and certify the N92 and N96 playgrounds.
Conducts two annual inspections, Comprehensive Safety Inspection and the Multi-discipline Team Inspection (MDTI) with the Fire Department and PREVMED of CYP facilities CDC, SAC, Teen Center and CDH.
Assists supervisors and managers with correspondence, message, narrative and tabular reports, studies, and other similar material; verifies accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar and composition of documents in draft or final form.
Develops promotional material and techniques for accident prevention.
Prepares plans and programs to solicit participation and cooperation by all officials and employees in the program.
May compose written articles of specific subjects and various kinds of publicity material for distribution.
Will serve as the Point of Contact for the MWR N92 and CYP N96 Hazmat Portal Program
Assists in enrolling personnel in the HAZMAT systems and establishing Authorized Users Lists (AUL) in all programs
Responsible for MWR N92 and CYP N96 Hazardous Materials Management
Recommends and assists supported activities with developing and improving their safety-training program.
Makes necessary coordination of classes, including classroom space, schedule time, identifying people needing the training, equipment.
Researches and assembles background reference material for training use.
Holds periodic (as necessary) training on proper reporting, documentation and following up on mishaps, safety discrepancies, etc.
Researches technical and non-technical areas and assists in the composition of safety alerts for publication distribution.
Compiles statistical data on all accidents/injuries/illnesses for the installation.
Maintains recordable accident reports to include maintaining a log.
Analyzes accident and injury reports, studying data to determine trends and mishap causes. Maintains the Administrative Access Holder for the Safety RMI program.
Require the employee to review, enter and maintains data of all mishaps throughout MWR N92 and CYP N96 in the RMI online program.
Investigates deficiencies or accidents, helps determine causal factors, identifies ways of preventing recurrences, and provides draft reports to senior managers and CFAY Safety Office staff.
Serves as a MWR representative member of various Command Safety committees and working groups.
Participates in and acts as a safety technical consultant to various safety committees in the supporting organization elements being serviced.
Serves as the Primary POC between MWR N92 and CYP N96 to PREVMED and Occupational Health and Safety at USNH Yokosuka.
Accompanies CFAY Safety Team on their annual inspections of all CYP and MWR Facilities required to conduct initial certification and recertification inspections of Family Child Care homes (FCC) with the Fire Department and PREVMED.
Serves as a member of the FCC quality review board, which determines initial and maintained certifications.
Performs other Safety associated duties as assigned.
Must be able to satisfactorily complete and maintain a T1 level background investigation
Must have a valid US driver's license and obtain a government driver's license
This position is eligible for situational telework.
Qualifications
General knowledge of an extensive body of laws, regulations, standards, and codes applicable to facilities, building structures, workplaces, machinery, and equipment inspected, enabling the technician to determine whether activities are in compliance therewith and corrective actions needed. - Practical knowledge of established Federal statutes, safety standards, protective devices, and accident prevention measures. - Knowledge of inspection, interviewing, and survey techniques sufficient to identify occupational hazards and to determine elements giving rise to mishaps. - Knowledge to identify standard Hazardous Material without supervision. - Skill in the use of computer applications, software and programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and other programs. - Skill in oral and written communication. - Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel. - Ability to train others. - Ability to research, analyze and compile data and present findings. - Ability to maintain records and reports
Education
This position does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Some positions have special requirements.
Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable).
Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.
Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required.
Non-US Citizen or Non-US Bona Fide Resident Alien (Non-Green Card Holder) applicants who are SOFA sponsored must provide a completed police record check with at least seven (7) years of history from the embassy/consulate of their country of citizenship upon receipt of a formal job offer.
All candidates must reside within the commuting area.
Employees (and their family members) who require medical or dental care in Japan may experience severe limitations accessing medical care both on the military installation and the local economy and also could incur costly medical expenses. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume.
- Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:
One (1) year of specialized experience in the lower grade (GS-5/6) or NF-2 level acquiring the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position.
OR
3 years of progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work experience acquiring the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position.
- Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:
Experience in safety administration in a Department of the Navy agency
Experience in Office procedures and Customer Service
Knowledge of Safety Inspection, federal regulations, laws, policies
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 are required at the time of application:
Resume limited to two pages
If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation.
Proof of SOFA Status: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian)
If claiming Military or Family Member Preference: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) AND a copy of marriage certificate
If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.).
If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
If required under "Qualifications Required" or "How you will be evaluated": provide proof of Education such as high school diploma/GED, clinical licensure, awarded/ conferred academic degree transcript(s) and/or *related coursework transcript(s) relevant to the position.
If you are an Enlisted Active Duty Member: provide an approval letter from your command/special Request Chit (This line is for flex positions only)
Note: Applications missing any required document(s) will not be eligible for consideration.
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.
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (two page maximum resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status
DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka
CNRJ NAF HRO (N941)
PSC 473 Box 12
FPO, AP 96349-0001
US
Next steps
Please ensure that your resume and supporting documents contains all the information requested in the vacancy announcement. If your resume and supporting documents do not provide all the information requested on this form and in the job vacancy announcement, you may lose consideration for the job.
All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement cut-off date. Please note that if you provide an inaccurate email address or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
Resume limited to two pages
If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation.
Proof of SOFA Status: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian)
If claiming Military or Family Member Preference: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) AND a copy of marriage certificate
If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.).
If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
If required under "Qualifications Required" or "How you will be evaluated": provide proof of Education such as high school diploma/GED, clinical licensure, awarded/ conferred academic degree transcript(s) and/or *related coursework transcript(s) relevant to the position.
If you are an Enlisted Active Duty Member: provide an approval letter from your command/special Request Chit (This line is for flex positions only)
Note: Applications missing any required document(s) will not be eligible for consideration.
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.
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (two page maximum resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status
DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka
CNRJ NAF HRO (N941)
PSC 473 Box 12
FPO, AP 96349-0001
US
Next steps
Please ensure that your resume and supporting documents contains all the information requested in the vacancy announcement. If your resume and supporting documents do not provide all the information requested on this form and in the job vacancy announcement, you may lose consideration for the job.
All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement cut-off date. Please note that if you provide an inaccurate email address or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
