SummaryThis is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will NOT be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants should review the "How to Apply" section of this flyer for more information on how to be considered. This flyer will be used as positions become available. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.
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- Provides executive-level leadership of the District's comprehensive Safety and Occupational Health Program and performs the full range of first-level supervisory duties for a multidisciplinary team of safety and occupational health professionals.
- Administers the Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and overseeing program policies, objectives, evaluations, surveys, and resources.
- Establishes program policies and procedures, conducts evaluations, and develops resource requirements. Ensures integration with local management systems and emergency operations.
- Oversees the development and execution of the SOH training program, including curricula, instruction, and training for managers and employees.
- Serves as the District's technical expert on SOH issues, offering advice on complex operational and construction scenarios. Represents the District on professional committees and provides expert consultation.
- Provides safety guidance for Civil Works and Military Construction, including hazards assessments, contractor compliance, and safety protocols for specialized operations such as dredging, marine, and hydropower.
- Oversees programs like wellness, drug prevention, industrial hygiene, and hazardous waste management, ensuring health and safety compliance across various District operations.
- Manages surveys, inspections, accident investigations, and risk assessments. Ensures corrective actions are taken based on findings and implements measures to mitigate hazardous conditions.
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Conditions of employment- Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- The incumbent must pass a pre-employment physical and will be subject to periodic (e.g. annual) medical examinations following their appointment to determine fitness for the continued performance of the duties of the position.
- This position may require TDY 30% of the time.
- This position requires the wearing of protective equipment and clothing as required.
- This position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a valid State Driver's License.
QualificationsThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement.
Who May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the experience 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.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Experience managing and administering Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) programs; implementing and managing an SOH Management System; developing SOH program policies, procedures, and objectives; planning, scheduling, and establishing priorities for effective workload execution. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience aloneno substitution of education for experience is permitted. Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).
EducationFOREIGN 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- This announcement uses the Safety and Occupational Health direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
- 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.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
- Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget). Before the payment of a Relocation Incentive, an employee must provide residence documentation and maintain a residence in the new geographic location for the duration of the service agreement.
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