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This position is located in the Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration, Pineville, WV.
- This position is outside the bargaining unit.
02/16/2021 to 03/01/2021
$43,683 - $69,648 per year
GS 07 - 09
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - Some travel may be required.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Competitive
09 - There is no obligation to provide future promotions. Future promotions are dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and supervisory approval.
No
No
MS-21-DAL-MSHA-090
592333200
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
All current Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) employees with competitive status, and CTAP/ICTAP eligibles in the local commuting area.
Serves as the District's OWCP Coordinator. Deals directly with OWCP, MSHA OWCP, Office of Safety and Health, and employees of all levels to resolve questionable or complicated claims as well as routine claims. Provides technical advisory and support services in the area of Workers' Compensation to all District employees. Providing proper forms to claimants, performing job analysis to ensure accurate return to duty job offers are made alerting Headquarters of potential fraud and cooperates/assists in subsequent investigations and coordination to explore all the various issues/options for the case at hand. Conducts program analysis to determine activity trends and compliance with program requirements. Advises management on potential problems such as patterns of leave usage and injuries or other indicators of possible program abuse. Maintains close surveillance of each compensation claim through medical reports and other informational sources. Maintains complete District Office documentation on each case. Maintains database to track various cases or OWCP programs. Develops and explores the possibility of limited duty for claimants returning to work from periodic rolls to ensure keeping compensation costs to a minimum. Works with OWCP Rehabilitation, Equal Employee Office (EEO), and the Civil Rights Center (CRC) to effect vocational rehabilitation and placement. Reviews Periodic roll recipients to ensure cases are kept current and ascertains the medical certification is current. Controverts and/or challenges those claims considered questionable. Coordinates accident investigations showing signs of possible fraud/abuse and ensure that appropriate agencies are informed of the findings. Administers and manages the Fitness-for-Duty and pre-employment physical requirements. Schedules fitness-for-duty and pre-employment physical examinations and annual audiograms, obtaining additional information if required. Works with Medical Review and OWCP to clear employees for duty. Maintains the OSHA log for the District and keeps managers and supervisors advised of current injury/illness experiences for the District. Tracks eligibility for safety awards. Serves as an active member of the District's Accident Review Board (ARB), in accordance with MSHA's Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual. Prepares and delivers presentations at staff meetings, supervisors' meetings, safety meetings, etc., regarding injury/illness experiences, claims processing and other related topics. Serves as a management representative at OWCP hearings as needed. Provides information, forms and assistance to employees regarding disability retirements, eligibility requirements, return to work and reassignments. Provides assistance in areas of concern to the Administrative Services function and performs analytical studies and develops reports to show program accomplishments, objectives met and overall effectiveness of current programs. Assists in managing the personnel transactions and FTE associated with the staffing program throughout the District. Coordinates all personnel action requests and related material originating from the District such as appointments, promotions, retirements, separations, etc. Maintains a "tickler" file and accordingly notifies supervisors of the need for specific personnel actions so that timely submittal is properly effective. Conducts orientation and administers the oath of office for new employees entering on duty. As required, instructs new employees on completion of forms. Explains the Retirement Act, leave benefits, life insurance, etc. Provides personnel/staffing activity reports to the District Manager, AO, and headquarters. Maintains current personnel rosters with employment information. Maintains operating office personnel records for bargaining and non-bargaining unit employees, correspondence files, etc., necessary to meet MSHA, Departmental and/or Office of Personnel Management reporting requirements. Responsible for the maintenance and updating of various personnel documents and databases. Maintains current knowledge of employee benefits. Independently coordinates Open Season and assists employees with meeting deadlines imposed during Open Season. Counsels employees and answers questions regarding employment, pay, fringe benefits, retirement benefits, and innumerable other FPM regulations. Considerable tact, judgment, and confidentiality are required in responding to questions and resolving employee personnel and pay related discrepancies/problems confidential. Maintains and operates a notification and reminder system for preparation of performance appraisals, orientation completion, LMR meetings, and any other programs requiring monitoring. Assist AO and acts in their absence
Applicants must meet time-in-grade, time-after-competitive-appointment and qualifications requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the vacancy to be eligible for consideration for selection.
Federal Employees Please Note: Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met and reflects your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. competitive/excepted). In some cases you may need to submit more than one SF-50.
Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.
Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal career progression of the position being filled. This experience may have been gained either in the Federal or Private sectors, demonstrating knowledge of organizational regulations, policies, and procedures to supply management support and advice to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of district management responsibilities.
To qualify at the GS-07: Applicants must have at least 52 weeks specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-05, in the Federal Service, or 1 full year of graduate level education, or superior academic achievement.
Examples of specialized experience include:
To qualify at the GS-09: Applicants must have at least 52 weeks specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-07, in the Federal Service, or master's or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.B. or J.D., if related.
Examples of specialized experience include:
Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.
If your education was completed at a foreign college or university, you must show comparability to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States and comparability to applicable minimum course work requirements for this position. Click Evaluation of Foreign Education for more information.
Position Telework eligibility is determined by management based on position duties during the recruitment process. Employee participation in telework on a routine or situational basis is determined by management primarily based on business needs. Employees participating in telework are subject to the terms and conditions of the Department of Labor’s Telework Program.
DOL seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
All MSHA employees and their spouses, and minor children are prohibited by regulation from having any interest, direct or indirect, in any mine or mining company which may be directly affected by the work of MSHA through its investigations, technical research, or other activities. These interests are prohibited under the Department of Labor's Supplemental Standards of Ethical Conduct Regulations at 5 CFR 5201.105. Certain MSHA employees are required to file a financial disclosure report. For questions, please contact the vacancy contact on this announcement.
Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:
Customer Service: Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles;
effectively deals with ambiguity.
Informational Management: Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management.
Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile or distressed; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
Planning and Evaluating: Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
Self- Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references, and through other means (ex. interview). Your evaluation may also include a review by an HR Specialist or panel and may include other assessment tools (ex. interview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc.). The examining Office of Human Resources (OHR) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your vacancy question responses. If not, the OHR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume.
Click here for Evaluation details.
INFORMATION FOR CTAP[/ICTAP] ELIGIBLE(S) ONLY: If you are eligible for special priority selection under CTAP [or ICTAP], you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration. ICTAP/CTAP eligible(s) will be considered "well-qualified" if they attain at least a rating score of 85 in a numerical rating scheme. Be sure to review DOL Account Eligibility Questions #24 to reflect that you are applying as an ICTAP or CTAP eligible and submit supporting documentation. Click Application of Veterans Preference for Category Rating Jobs for more information.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
- The following documents are required from all applicants (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY):
ARE YOU A CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEE? If applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal Service, please provide a copy of your last or most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action” which shows your appointment eligibility for the position for which you are applying. Your SF-50 must identify the highest grade you held on a permanent basis, Pay Plan/Pay Schedule, Series, and Grade/Pay Band, and career status. Multiple SF-50 may be submitted to demonstrate your highest previous rate and eligibility.
*WARNING: An award SF-50 (ex. cash or time off award) may not indicate grade, step and competitive status. For current DOL employees, an award SF-50 DOES NOT indicate grade and step.
- Most recent performance appraisal/evaluation signed and dated within 18 months is requested by the agency, but will not disqualify candidates if not submitted. If not submitted during the application process, one may/will be requested at the time of the interview if the opportunity is extended. Applies to current and former Federal employees.
- The following documents are required if applicable:
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP Eligibility.
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted.
Other Documentation can be used for additional documentation types not listed or documents that are too large to fit under just one type.
Unofficial Transcript(s) (in English) - If you are using education as a basis for qualifying for this position, you must submit all applicable academic transcripts demonstrating that you meet the qualifying educational requirements (ex. BA/BS, MA, JD, Ph.D., etc.). If specific coursework is required to qualify, you must supply an unofficial transcript from each academic institution in which the required courses were taken in order to receive credit.
You may upload your unofficial transcript(s) as one document (3 MB size limit). If over 3 MB, please submit via fax feature.
NOTE: The OFFICIAL Transcript(s) MUST BE RECEIVED, if you are selected, and prior to receiving the firm offer with a start date.
Reference the “Education Section” for College Transcript and Evaluation of Foreign Education.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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 apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents MUST be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on the vacancy closing date to receive consideration. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.
STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS) Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button . For questions about the vacancy, contact the Agency Contact at the bottom of the announcement. Click “Start Application” and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click “Continue to Agency Site”.
STEP 3 – Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL) On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account if you have not already and click “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY”. Continue through the 7 progress steps indicated by circles at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. The 4th progress step "Documents" is where you submit required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy. If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 – On the “Review and Submit” step, click “Submit Application” The last “Confirmation” step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Closing Date by returning to USAJOBS, clicking the vacancy, then “Update Application”
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, go to Step 7 on: Using DOORS and USAJOBS Help Guide. To sign up for Application Status Updates via email: Click Here for instructions.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/592333200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
