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INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE TECHNICIAN

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units
173FW

Summary

This National Guard position is for a INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE TECHNICIAN, Position Description Number D0814000 and is part of the Oregon National Guard 173rd Fighter Wing, National Guard.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. May be negotiable upon selection.
Salary
$67,970 - $88,356 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 10
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Term - Indefinite only; Not to Exceed 5 years.
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
OR-13064130-AF-27-001
Control number
885185700

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to all qualified applicants in all Areas of Consideration listed below.

Duties

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As a INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE TECHNICIAN, GS-0640-10, this position is located in the Environmental Management (EM) Office of the Support Group Commander for the installation Wing Commander. Its purpose is to plan, schedule, execute, manage, and administer the Industrial Hygiene/Bioenvironmental Engineering (IH/BEE) Program, which includes occupational health/industrial hygiene, radiation safety, and environmental monitoring to maintain and promote the health and wellbeing of military and technician personnel.

-- Ensures statutory and regulatory compliance with applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Air Force Occupational Safety and Health (AFOSH) directives. Serves as an advisor concerning OSHA, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and US Air Force on installation health matters, such as health hazard identification, evaluation and abatement; workplace surveillance; industrial casefile documentation; Issue Exception Codes (IEX); asbestos abatement; lead-based paint; ionizing and non-ionizing radiation; thermoluminescent dosimetry (TLD); air emissions; drinking water; wastewater discharges; hazardous wastes; Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) activities; pesticide use; environmental noise; environmental assessment; environmental sampling; and other environmental monitoring.

-- Surveys, inspects, and evaluates operational facilities and various activities to eliminate health hazards. Determines appropriate survey methods and techniques. Performs no-notice, spot and special inspections of operational facilities and shops when statistical analyses and conditions dictate need; when new equipment is to be installed; and/or when hazardous conditions may exist. Identifies potential physical, biological and chemical health hazards in the workplace; evaluates exposure to workers; and prescribes corrective measures, which can include changing work processes/procedures, adding/modifying ventilation systems, making chemical substitutions, or using personal protective equipment. As necessary, invokes authority to cease any operation due to unhealthy conditions. In the case of serious or acute conditions, chronic illnesses, etc., performs follow-up interviews with the affected or involved employee(s), physician, hospital/clinic, and supervisor(s) to prevent future similar situations.

-- Reviews plans for new and existing facilities construction projects. Ensures applicable OSHA, AFOSH, EPA criteria are incorporated, and where deficiencies are noted, recommends appropriate changes to facilities' environments that would assure integration of occupational/environmental health and industrial hygiene controls to prevent adverse health and environmental impact.

-- Assesses installation environmental sampling, analysis and monitoring requirements, and performs ambient, source and substance monitoring. Compiles pollution emission inventories to include air, wastewater and hazardous materials/wastes.

-- Acts as the installation point of contact and coordinator for ATSDR activities, including assembling and maintaining an inventory of information sources and documents; providing information and advisory services relative to ATSDR health assessments/risk, and prepares related correspondence and reports.

-- Directs, implements, and manages the installation AF Hazard Communication Standard as mandated by OSHA. Interprets Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for employees, management and other health professionals, and maintains the base master MSDS file. Interfaces with manufacturers of hazardous materials in order to obtain the most current health hazard information available.

-- Authorizes Issue Exception (IEX) Code for hazardous or toxic substances. Researches an item's composition and toxicity, and instructs Base Supply concerning IEX code assignment for substances. Periodically reviews and authenticates master listing of all hazardous or toxic substances used on the installation.

-- Monitors the receipt and disposal of radioactive materials. Performs leak tests of incoming and outgoing materials, takes swipe samples of radioactive waste, and documents results. Assists users of radioactive materials to properly prepare required documentation. Approves transfer and shipment of radioactive materials.

-- Serves as Base Radiation Safety Officer for radio frequency radiation, ionizing radiation, and laser radiation. Interprets TLD reports as they apply to the base program, ensures unit operating instructions comply with applicable directives, and develops and monitors local emergency cleanup procedures for accidental releases.

-- Performs other duties as assigned.

*The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties. For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialists at the bottom of the announcement.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • National Guard Membership is required.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
  • Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
  • Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position.
  • Military Assignment Requirement: Open to Enlisted members only
  • Military Rank/Grade Requirement: Minimum SrA/E-4 to Maximum TSgt/E-6
  • Compatible Military AFSC Requirement: 4B051
  • This is not a cross training opportunity.

Qualifications

Areas of Consideration:
Area 1 - Current permanent and indefinite T32 technicians of the Oregon ANG.
Area 2 - Current permanent and indefinite T5 employees of the Oregon ANG.
Area 3 - Current service members in the Oregon ANG.
Area 4 - Individuals in the active duty US Air Force, Air Force Reserve, or Air National Guard.
Area 5 - US Citizens eligible to meet the military requirements for membership in the Oregon ANG.

GENERAL and SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Work performed by Health aids and technicians includes sub professional medical duties such as the administration of medications, rendering emergency treatment, performing medical tests and examinations, etc. Other work performed by Health aids and technicians may include achieving and maintaining Force Health Protection through planning, evaluating, and management principles related to epidemiological, operational, and occupational and public health programs. The duties vary with the type of assignment and grade of the position.

Must have at least One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in duties that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Technician experience is experience that required application of the knowledge, methods, and techniques of the position to be filled.

Education

No education requirement associated with this position.

Additional information

The following applies to Bargaining Unit Positions:
Bargaining unit positions within the Oregon National Guard that are represented by AFGE, local 2986 (AFL-CIO).

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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.

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, your resume will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your supporting documentation will used to determine eligibility. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Air National Guard Units

This position is a Title 32 Excepted Service - Military position. Oregon Air National Guard military service is a condition of employment.
The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Oregon Air National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Air National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

Agency contact information

Edward Chitwood
Phone
(971) 355-3303
Email
edward.d.chitwood.civ@army.mil
Address
Oregon National Guard 173rd Fighter Wing
211 Arnold Ave
Kingsley Field, OR 97603
US

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