SummaryThis vacancy is for a GS-1801-13, Passenger Vessel Safety Prgm Spec located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, D8 INSPECTIONS and INVESTIGATIONS BRANCH -DPI in NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana.
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You will serve as
a Passenger Vessel Safety Prgm Spec and be responsible for coordinating the activities of the field units within their AOR to maintain and enhance an effective passenger vessel prevention, preparedness and response program.
Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include:
- Maintain an effective Passenger Vessel prevention, preparedness and response program
- Provide training and policy interpretation to the field and provide concerns to headquarters concerning implementation
- Promote and maintain effective standards for passenger and crew evacuation, life saving, fire prevention, vessel construction, inspection, crew training and qualifications and vessel movement control
- Promote risk-based decision making within industry regarding company and vessel management, operations and maintenance
- Periodically exercise the contingency and emergency response strategies with the local response community and all stakeholders
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Conditions of employmentAll qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume:- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Date of Birth (DOB)
- Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position)
- Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
Key Requirements:- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov
- A one-year probationary period may be required.
- To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a Secret clearance.
- This not a Bargaining Unit position.
- Selectee must be able to obtain/maintain a valid state driver's license.
- Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy.
- All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.
The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office.
USA Hire Assessment: After submitting your application, if an additional assessment is required, you will receive an email invitation. Please note that this assessment must be completed within 48 hours of the vacancy closing date and as specified in the email.
QualificationsTo qualify at the GS-13 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.
- Experienced T Boat/ Small Passenger Vessel Inspector. Reviewing, evaluating, and advising on the full range of activities associated with improving passenger vessel safety programs
- Providing oversight, technical and program advice, and direction in implementing and coordinating the passenger vessel safety program in the AOR
- Performing duties associated with the management and execution of an effective passenger vessel prevention, preparedness and response program for vessels operating in and out of U.S. ports, including U.S. domestic passenger fleet and vessels of foreign flagged passenger vessels operating out of U.S. ports
- Directing the preparation and periodic testing of emergency response protocols and contingency plans, ensuring seamless operational readiness and integration with local response authorities and stakeholders
NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
EducationThis position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail.
Are you qualifying based on education? Submit a copy of your college transcript (unofficial is acceptable) from an accredited institution. Once selected & prior to appointment, applicants must provide an official college transcript. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. (see FOREIGN EDUCATION below).
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. To receive this credit, you must submit evidence of equivalency as provided by a credentialling evaluation service. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here
Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.Additional informationDue WeightDue weight will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3).
BenefitsHelp
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.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.
Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
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.
