This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/665313600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Summary
OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT: This announcement provides the Agency with a readily available source of applicants when vacancies occur. Eligibility and qualifications will be verified when there is a vacancy for the location and grade for which you applied. Notice of available opportunities and application due dates will be posted on this announcement when available.
Please visit "Next Steps" section for a notification on cut dates and locations.
This position is inside the bargaining unit.
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
07/14/2022 to 12/30/2022
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Salary
$66,214 - $105,733 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 11
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Locations
Many vacancies in the following locations:
Additional locations are listed below.
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
76% or greater - All Inspectors travel to mine sites on a regular basis. Frequent overnight travel may be required for most Inspectors. Inspectors may travel to the National Mine Academy in Beckley, WV for required training in the Apprenticeship Program.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
12 - There is no obligation to provide future promotions if you are selected. Promotions are dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, meet all the performance requirements, and supervisor’s recommendation to the next grade.
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
Yes
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Announcement number
DE-22-DAL-MSHA-377
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Control number
665313600
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This job is open to
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Clarification from the agency
All US Citizens and CTAP/ICTAP eligibles in the local commuting area.
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Duties
Major duties at the GS-11 level:
Participates with a senior inspector in the preparation, conducting, and reporting of onsite safety and health inspections and investigations.
Independently conducts the more routine aspects of the inspection or investigation where mining processes, methods and equipment are familiar and there are no unusual conditions or problems.
Prepares written reports of inspections and investigations including notices of violations and orders of withdrawal.
Promotes safety and health among mine operators and workers by giving instructions, demonstrations, and talks on appropriate safety and health procedures, practices, and techniques, and assisting in the direction of mine rescue competitions.
May be called upon to testify at judicial hearings regarding notices of violations and/or orders of withdrawal.
Promotes safety and health among mine operators and workers by giving instructions, demonstrations, and talks on good safety and health practices, and the proper use of personal protective equipment, and assisting in the preparation and conducting of mine rescue competitions.
Serves as a MSHA representative and information source on mine safety and health.
Provides technical advice and guidance to mine operators to help them solve problems and comply with mine safety and health requirements.
Assists mine operators in the planning of modifications to improve and/or correct deficiencies in the operation such as selecting and installing new equipment, and changing materials or methods.
Work Environment:
The incumbent inspects and/or investigates both surface and underground mining operations as applicable, which is a very hazardous and stressful work environment surrounded by a high risk of exposure to potentially dangerous situations. In addition to the characteristically dark, wet, and cramped environment, underground mines contain noxious gases and fumes, and the danger of potentially explosive dust or gases, electrical fires, roof falls, and exposure to radiation.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be at least 16 years old and a U.S. Citizen.
- Candidate required to obtain the necessary security/investigation level.
- Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
- Requires a probationary period of 1 year.
- Requires a valid drivers license.
- Must undergo and pass a pre- and post-employment physical examination.
- Requires medical exam and must maintain physical requirements.
- Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests.
- Subject to annual financial disclosure requirements.
- For Apprenticeship Program: Must have 5 years' experience as a miner.
This is a National Mine Health and Safety Academy, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Apprenticeship Program. Apprenticeship Program requirements for the apprentice includes: 1) sign a DOL Apprenticeship Agreement, 2) fulfill the requirements of the Apprenticeship Program, to include related instruction (training) and on-the-job learning, and 3) serve a 1-year probationary period.
This position requires an initial medical examination and reoccurring medical examinations throughout employment in this position, as a condition of employment. If you refuse the medical examination, do not submit required medical documentation, or do not meet the medical requirements of the position (with or without a reasonable accommodation), the job offer will be rescinded, you will not be extended a final job offer, or you may be removed from the position and from Federal service. The legal authority to conduct medical examinations is found under 5 CFR § 339.301 - Authority to require an examination.
Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.
Notification Concerning COVID-19 Vaccinations. As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal executive branch employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and to submit documentation of proof of vaccination or to be in the process of requesting an exception to the vaccination requirement before appointment or onboarding with the agency. The agency will provide additional information regarding which forms of documentation can be accepted and how you can request to be considered for a legally required exception from this requirement.
Currently, implementation and enforcement of Executive Order 14043 has been suspended pursuant to an injunction pending further litigation.
Qualifications
Applicant must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level in the Federal Service, as defined below.
Specialized experience is experience performing mine safety and health inspection, analysis and evaluation of health/safety aspects of mining industry operations and processes; or evaluation, analysis or development of agency programs.
Examples of creditable experience include: direct, on-site inspection; special accident investigation; development of mine safety and health standards; data analysis and evaluation of operational mine safety and health programs; special assessments; and development of industry-wide training or safety and health awareness programs.
Additional qualifications for the Apprenticeship Program: Applicant must have 5 years' experience as a miner.
Medical Requirements
Applicants and employees must be physically able to perform arduous duties efficiently and without hazard to themselves or others. Medical examination is required for all applicants for positions that involve regular or intermittent performance of inspection, investigation, rescue duties, or duties involving on-site visits. Medical conditions that constitute a hazard to safe and efficient job performance are disqualifying. The presence of medical disorders that would be aggravated by the environmental conditions of these positions and thereby hinder safe and efficient job performance are also disqualifying.
Remediable defects and/or curable diseases will not permanently disqualify an applicant for appointment, but may result in the applicant's suspension from the appropriate list of eligibles pending submission of medical evidence or correction of the condition.
Uncorrected distant vision must test at least 20/50 Snellen in one eye and 20/70 in the other, correctable with eyeglasses (contact lenses are not acceptable) to at least 20/30 Snellen in one eye and 20/50 in the other. Near vision must be sufficient to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters Normal depth perception and field of vision are required, as is the ability to distinguish basic colors.
Applicants, with or without the use of a hearing aid, must have no hearing loss in either ear of more than 40 decibels in the 500, 1000, or 2000 Hz ranges.
Education
Note: There is no substitution of education for the required specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level.
Additional information
THIS IS AN OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. Applicants will be reviewed for eligibility and qualifications and referred throughout the vacancy announcement period or at management's request. Notice of available opportunities and application due dates will be posted when available. Final disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period. This vacancy announcement may be extended, and cut-off dates may be updated.
These are not remote work positions. If selected, you will be expected to report to an MSHA office. To see where MSHA offices are located, click here. You may select and rank up to five duty locations for which you wish to be considered; final duty location for each position will be determined at the time of selection.
The salary for each location may vary depending on locality. Locality tables my be found at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/.
Selecting the "Location Negotiable after Selection" option as one of your preferred duty locations, implies your willingness to accept positions in any duty location or surrounding area on the announcement that you may not have listed as a preferred location. The final duty location determination will be based on available opportunities and the needs of the Agency.
Positions filled from this announcement may be a bargaining unit position represented by either Local-12 or NCFLL depending upon duty location.
Department of Labor may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government to attract highly qualified candidates. Additional information is available at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/pay-and-leave-flexibilities-for-recruitment-and-retention/
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.
Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or have speech disabilities, please dial 711 to access telecommunications relay services.
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 can participate and contribute to their full potential.
All MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) 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. For questions, please contact the vacancy contact listed on this announcement. All MSHA Inspectors are required to file within 30 days of the entrance of duty, and annually thereafter, a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450.
Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
Benefits
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.
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be evaluated against the evaluation factors below and will be placed into a category based on your vacancy question responses.
Category A - Meets the basic qualification requirements for the vacancy and has successful experience in the same or similar job that has demonstrated superior proficiency in applying critical competencies required by this position to work of increased levels of difficulty and complexity.
Category B - Meets the basic qualification requirements for the vacancy and demonstrates satisfactory proficiency in the critical competencies required by this position.
Category C - Meets the specialized experience described in the minimum qualifications requirements section of this announcement and demonstrates proficiency in the basic competencies.
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:
Technical Competence: Mine safety and health principles and practices, techniques and procedures, regulations, and standards as they apply to conducting inspections/investigations, identifying and evaluating unsafe conditions, giving citations and recommending methods to correct unsafe conditions.
Written Communication: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience.
Oral Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information; makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Interpersonal Skills: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse groups such as the mining and milling operation officials; safety representatives, mine workers, labor unions, and Federal and State government officials.
Problem Solving/Decision Making: Ability to use judgment and understanding of the objectives of broad safety and health laws and policies to adapt regulations that are not fully applicable and to determine procedures for handling situations not addressed in the guidelines. Advises specialists and inspectors about problems for which there are no clear precedents or procedures.
The information you provide on your resume may be verified by a review of your work experience, employment start/end dates/hours worked and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). The examining Office of Human Resources (OHR) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to the vacancy questions. If not, the OHR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume. Your evaluation may also include a review by a Human Resources Specialist or panel and may include other assessments (ex. interview, panel review, written test, writing sample, etc.)
Writing Sample: Applicants may be required to complete a Writing Sample during the interview process.
Additional information in the "Required Documents" section.
You may preview questions for this vacancy.
Benefits
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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
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INFORMATION FOR ICTAP/CTAP ELIGIBLE(S) ONLY: If you are eligible for special priority selection under ICTAP/CTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration. ICTAP/CTAP eligible(s) who are placed into Category B or higher will be considered "well-qualified." 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. You are not required to submit a document if it does not apply to you. 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.
- Resumes are required - provide a resume either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one from your profile. To receive full consideration for relevant and specialized experience, please list the month, year, and the number of work hours worked for the experience listed on your resume. We also suggest that you preview the vacancy questions, and confirm that your resume supports your question responses.
- Veterans Documents (if applicable): To be considered as a 5-point preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD-214 must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. To claim 10-point preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214; an Application for 10-point Veteran's Preference, SF15; and the proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. (For active duty service members expecting honorable or general discharge or release within 120 days, click Active Duty). Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference. For more information, go to https://www.fedshirevets.gov.
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents – Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted.
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, including 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 USAJOBS Help Center.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to 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 USAJOBS 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 the 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”.
Next Steps section:
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: USAJOBS Help Guide.
USAJOBS will no longer send status alert email notifications. You can check your application status in the TAS by logging into USAJOBS and in the Applicant Dashboard, click the hiring agency Talent Acquisition System (TAS). If the TAS does not provide application tracking information, contact the agency point of contact on the job announcement.
Agency contact information
Tracy Sakato
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Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration
OHR - Dallas Service Center
Dallas, Texas 75202
United States
Next steps
Job announcement updated on 7/27/2022 with additional locations.
**IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS**
This is an open continuous announcement and will be used to fill vacancies as openings occur.
To receive consideration for vacancies, applicants must submit complete applications prior to the established cut-off date(s).
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered on October 31, 2022: Birmingham, AL; Mesa, AZ; Delta, CO; Denver, CO; Bartow, FL; Boise, ID; Peru, IL; Mooresville, IN; Rolla, MO; Topeka, KS; Madisonville, KY; Marquette, MI; Hibbing, MN; Helena, MT; Portsmouth, NH; Carlsbad, NM; Farmington, NM; Elko, NV; Geneva, NY; Norman, OK; Clearfield, PA; Frackville, PA; Indiana, PA; Rapid City, SD; Knoxville, TN; Dallas, TX; Longview, TX; Price, UT; Salt Lake City, UT; Staunton, VA; Kent, WA; Beckley, WV; Bridgeport, WV; Logan, WV; Mt. Carbon, WV; Pineville, WV; Summersville, WV; Green River, WY
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for Longview, TX will be October 20, 2022.
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered on September 18, 2022: for all locations except for Knoxville, TN; Lexington, KY; Beckley, WV; Pikeville, KY; Sanford, NC; San Juan, Puerto Rico.
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for all locations will be August 21, 2022.
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered on August 15, 2022: Beckley, WV; Knoxville, TN; Lexington, KY; Logan, WV; Marion, IL; Mount Carbon, WV; Norton, VA; Pineville, WV; Summersville, WV
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for Vacaville, CA will be August 2, 2022.
Candidates for the position who submit a completed application by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the cut off dates, will be reviewed and referred if found eligible and qualified. This announcement will remain open until the closing date indicated; however, those who apply after the cut-off date will be considered for referral to the hiring manager only if additional vacancies occur and/or the initial referral list is exhausted.
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (by cut-off dates) of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Additional Locations
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San Bernardino, CA
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Vacaville, CA
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Craig, CO
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Delta, CO
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Denver, CO
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Tallahassee, FL
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Bartow, FL
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Boise, ID
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Macon, GA
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Litchfield, IL
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Peru, IL
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Vincennes, IN
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Mooresville, IN
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Fort Dodge, IA
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Barbourville, KY
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Beaver Dam, KY
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Topeka, KS
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Sturgis, KY
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Broussard, LA
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Harlan, KY
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Hazard, KY
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Lexington, KY
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Madisonville, KY
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Pikeville, KY
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Prestonsburg, KY
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Elko, NV
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Henderson, NV
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Reno, NV
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Duluth, MN
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Portsmouth, NH
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Hibbing, MN
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Rolla, MO
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Albuquerque, NM
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Helena, MT
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Carlsbad, NM
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Farmington, NM
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Lansing, MI
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Frackville, PA
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Geneva, NY
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Sanford, NC
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Indiana, PA
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Kutztown, PA
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Norman, OK
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Poteau, OK
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Albany, OR
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Warrendale, PA
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Waynesburg, PA
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Hebron, OH
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Albany, NY
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Clearfield, PA
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Saint Clairsville, OH
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Beckley, WV
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Bridgeport, WV
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Dallas, TX
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Longview, TX
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Summersville, WV
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Rapid City, SD
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Norton, VA
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Logan, WV
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Madison, WV
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Morgantown, WV
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Franklin, TN
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San Antonio, TX
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Staunton, VA
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Vansant, VA
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Knoxville, TN
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Pineville, WV
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Kent, WA
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Price, UT
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Salt Lake City, UT
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Columbia, SC
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Gillette, WY
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Green River, WY
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Marquette, MI
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Mount Carbon, WV
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San Juan, PR
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Marion, IL
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Required Documents
CONTINUED FROM "HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED" SECTION:
INFORMATION FOR ICTAP/CTAP ELIGIBLE(S) ONLY: If you are eligible for special priority selection under ICTAP/CTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration. ICTAP/CTAP eligible(s) who are placed into Category B or higher will be considered "well-qualified." 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. You are not required to submit a document if it does not apply to you. 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.
- Resumes are required - provide a resume either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one from your profile. To receive full consideration for relevant and specialized experience, please list the month, year, and the number of work hours worked for the experience listed on your resume. We also suggest that you preview the vacancy questions, and confirm that your resume supports your question responses.
- Veterans Documents (if applicable): To be considered as a 5-point preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD-214 must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. To claim 10-point preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214; an Application for 10-point Veteran's Preference, SF15; and the proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. (For active duty service members expecting honorable or general discharge or release within 120 days, click Active Duty). Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference. For more information, go to https://www.fedshirevets.gov.
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents – Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted.
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Help
Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, including 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 USAJOBS Help Center.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to 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 USAJOBS 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 the 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”.
Next Steps section:
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: USAJOBS Help Guide.
USAJOBS will no longer send status alert email notifications. You can check your application status in the TAS by logging into USAJOBS and in the Applicant Dashboard, click the hiring agency Talent Acquisition System (TAS). If the TAS does not provide application tracking information, contact the agency point of contact on the job announcement.
Agency contact information
Tracy Sakato
- Address
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Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration
OHR - Dallas Service Center
Dallas, Texas 75202
United States
Next steps
Job announcement updated on 7/27/2022 with additional locations.
**IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS**
This is an open continuous announcement and will be used to fill vacancies as openings occur.
To receive consideration for vacancies, applicants must submit complete applications prior to the established cut-off date(s).
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered on October 31, 2022: Birmingham, AL; Mesa, AZ; Delta, CO; Denver, CO; Bartow, FL; Boise, ID; Peru, IL; Mooresville, IN; Rolla, MO; Topeka, KS; Madisonville, KY; Marquette, MI; Hibbing, MN; Helena, MT; Portsmouth, NH; Carlsbad, NM; Farmington, NM; Elko, NV; Geneva, NY; Norman, OK; Clearfield, PA; Frackville, PA; Indiana, PA; Rapid City, SD; Knoxville, TN; Dallas, TX; Longview, TX; Price, UT; Salt Lake City, UT; Staunton, VA; Kent, WA; Beckley, WV; Bridgeport, WV; Logan, WV; Mt. Carbon, WV; Pineville, WV; Summersville, WV; Green River, WY
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for Longview, TX will be October 20, 2022.
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered on September 18, 2022: for all locations except for Knoxville, TN; Lexington, KY; Beckley, WV; Pikeville, KY; Sanford, NC; San Juan, Puerto Rico.
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for all locations will be August 21, 2022.
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered on August 15, 2022: Beckley, WV; Knoxville, TN; Lexington, KY; Logan, WV; Marion, IL; Mount Carbon, WV; Norton, VA; Pineville, WV; Summersville, WV
- Cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered for Vacaville, CA will be August 2, 2022.
Candidates for the position who submit a completed application by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the cut off dates, will be reviewed and referred if found eligible and qualified. This announcement will remain open until the closing date indicated; however, those who apply after the cut-off date will be considered for referral to the hiring manager only if additional vacancies occur and/or the initial referral list is exhausted.
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (by cut-off dates) of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education.
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Additional Locations
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San Bernardino, CA
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Vacaville, CA
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Craig, CO
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Delta, CO
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Denver, CO
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Tallahassee, FL
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Bartow, FL
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Boise, ID
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Macon, GA
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Litchfield, IL
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Peru, IL
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Vincennes, IN
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Mooresville, IN
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Fort Dodge, IA
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Barbourville, KY
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Beaver Dam, KY
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Topeka, KS
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Sturgis, KY
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Broussard, LA
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Harlan, KY
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Hazard, KY
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Lexington, KY
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Madisonville, KY
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Pikeville, KY
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Prestonsburg, KY
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Elko, NV
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Henderson, NV
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Reno, NV
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Duluth, MN
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Portsmouth, NH
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Hibbing, MN
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Rolla, MO
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Albuquerque, NM
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Helena, MT
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Carlsbad, NM
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Farmington, NM
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Lansing, MI
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Frackville, PA
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Geneva, NY
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Sanford, NC
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Indiana, PA
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Kutztown, PA
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Norman, OK
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Poteau, OK
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Albany, OR
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Warrendale, PA
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Waynesburg, PA
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Hebron, OH
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Albany, NY
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Clearfield, PA
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Saint Clairsville, OH
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Beckley, WV
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Bridgeport, WV
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Dallas, TX
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Longview, TX
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Summersville, WV
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Rapid City, SD
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Norton, VA
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Logan, WV
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Madison, WV
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Morgantown, WV
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Franklin, TN
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San Antonio, TX
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Staunton, VA
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Vansant, VA
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Knoxville, TN
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Pineville, WV
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Kent, WA
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Price, UT
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Salt Lake City, UT
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Columbia, SC
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Gillette, WY
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Green River, WY
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Marquette, MI
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Mount Carbon, WV
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San Juan, PR
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Marion, IL
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