This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/772149800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position offers multiple duty locations. The selectee will report to the Superintendent and will serve eight national parks of the North Coast and Cascades Network, see Duties section below for additional information.
The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.
01/24/2024 to 02/05/2024
$86,862 - $126,585 per year
Salary will be based on the geographic location of the individual selected for this position.
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1 vacancy in the following locations:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
None
No
No
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Major duties for this position include but are not limited to:
1. Serves as the subject matter expert and principal advisor responsible for planning, developing, directing and coordinating a safety and occupational health program for the eight national parks of the North Coast and Cascades Network: North Cascades National Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov), Mount Rainier National Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov), Olympic National Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov), Lewis and Clark National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov), Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov), Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov), San Juan Island National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov), Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov).
2. Evaluates, compiles and analyzes behavioral, work environment, and accident statistical data, and prepares charts, tables and reports to communicate this information to management, staff, and others.
3. Coordinates and oversees the development of safety education and training material and conducts safety training programs for managers, supervisors, staff, and park concessionaires.
4. Coordinates and/or conducts annual inspections and ensures that programs are current and compatible with Occupational Safety and Health Program and public Risk Management Program, park or region, agency and Department of the Interior safety plans, and policies.
5. Provides guidance to and/or leads teams in investigating lost time incidents to help identify chair of events, root causes, corrective actions, recommendations for improvement and follow-up to ensure corrective action has been taken.
Salary information only one position is being filled and may be filled at any one of the below locations. Pay will be determined based on location selected:
- Ashford, WA - $97,376 -$126,585
- Coupeville, WA - $97,376 -$126,585
- Port Angeles, WA - $86,962 -$113,047
- San Juan County, WA - $86,962 -$113,047
- Seattle, WA - $97,376 -$126,585
- Sedro Woolley, WA - $97,376 -$126,585
- Vancouver, WA - $93,543.00 -$121,601
- Astoria, OR - $86,962 -$113,047
Physical Demands: The performance of inspections and investigations of mishaps requires frequent physical exertion such as frequent walking and hiking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces, crouching, climbing, stooping, crawling under buildings and in attics, etc. Occasionally is required to ride as a passenger in light fixed wing aircraft and/or helicopters, and to ride in or operate small watercraft. The use of personal protective equipment (hard hat, steel-toed boots, gloves, eye goggles, and respirators) is required due to exposure to hazardous occupational environments. The interpersonal relationships and conflicts involved with compliance and problem resolution can produce high job stress. Frequent travel away from the incumbent's office is required.
Working Conditions: Incumbent is subject to exposure to operating machines and equipment, hazardous materials, high noise level, hazardous gases, fumes and dust, hazardous waste materials, and other occupational environments. Protective clothing and equipment is required. Incumbent also serves in a staff position in a heated/air conditioned office setting. However, field work often occurs in rough terrain and under varying weather conditions. Work may be underground, may have exposure to high electrical energy and/or heights. Emergency operations may also require working in nighttime operations, in adverse terrain and all climatic conditions. The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.
A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the National Park Service from another component, bureau or Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR 575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive.
A Relocation Incentive May Be Authorized for a Federal employee when the employee must move, as directed by the National Park Service (NPS) either through a management directed reassignment or selection for employment, to a different location at least 50 miles away from the one where his/her position of record held at time of selection is currently located, due to a need of the NPS. A relocation incentive is not the same as a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move and, as such, may be granted in conjunction with one another.
There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.
A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_HireYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Occupational Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions may affect your rating.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/05/2024:
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments, and required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. You must provide documentation to support your claim for each eligibility selected. Please review the required documentation listed in the eligibilities language to ensure you submit the appropriate information. Note: You will only be marked eligible for those eligibilities that you selected and provided the appropriate supporting documentation. The application process is as follows:
Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/772149800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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