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HAZARDOUS CARGO SHIPMENT INSPECTOR (MVO/FLO)Department of the Air ForcePacific Air ForcesOverview
##### Open & closing dates
09/03/2019 to 09/10/2019
##### Service
Competitive
##### Pay scale & grade
WG 8
##### Salary
$27.72 to $32.31 per hour$30,132 to $35,121 Per Year
##### Appointment type
Permanent
##### Work schedule
Full-TimeLocationFEW vacancies in the following location:-Hickam AFB, HIRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view
Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT
information.The primary purpose of this position is to perform a wide range of
special handing terminal/warehousing activities, including
receiving, inspecting, storing, selecting, shipping, and preparing
hazardous, explosive, ammunition and other shipments.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilities
Inspect hazardous materials, explosives, ammunition, special
cargo documentation and packaging in accordance with applicable
Dept of Defense (DOD), Air Force (AF), Air Mobility Command
(AMC) and civilian directives
Perform comprehensive inventories ensuring the protection of
resources and execute a broad range of specific storage
assignments as directed by DoD, AF, AMC and civilian directives
Perform tasks involved in receiving and shipping items
Drive one or more types of vehicles/equipment, such as pickup,
panel, and flatbed trucks, warehouse tug, tractor and trailers,
rollerized trailers and powered forklifts
Utilize safety and security practices and procedures following
established rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean
work area
Travel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion PotentialNone
#### Job family (Series)
7001 Miscellaneous Packing And Processing- RequirementsConditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship Required
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
A Secret security clearance will be required
PCS expenses will NOT be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations
This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement
Program
Position is subject to random drug testing
Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours,
to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays. Emergency
overtime may be required
An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the
position
Employee must obtain and maintain Hazardous Materials Inspector
Certification at all times
Disclosure of Political Appointments
May train and/or guide other personnel in performance of special
material handling duties
This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor
Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg
Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying
crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of the
position
Employee must be able to communicate effectively in English,
both spoken and in writing
QualificationsUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the
OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-7000 -
Packing and Processing Family. Although a specific length of time
and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you
must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience
and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and
skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level
for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is
on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the
work of the position without more that normal supervision.JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis
of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in
the following areas:
Knowledge and application of the regulations, instructions,
procedures and work methods governing the preparation, inspection,
storage, and loading hazardous materials, explosives, ammunition,
and other items requiring special handling for air, water and
surface movement.
Knowledge of accepted warehousing methods, procedures, and
material handling techniques; and of warehousing functions such as
material receiving, storage, issuing, and preservation. Knowledge
and ability to prepare and conduct cargo/mail inventories.
Knowledge of regulations, procedures, and policies related to
safety, records maintenance and documentation to include knowledge
of inventory records procedures and requirements.
Skill in the use of automated material processing equipment and
systems to include computer terminals, optical readers, and
scanners.
Ability to safely operate vehicles/equipment and interpret/apply
instructions pertaining to material handling; maintain tools,
equipment, and work area in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Physical Effort
Works on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing,
stooping, bending and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
May lift and carry weights up to 40 pounds. May handle heavier items
with weight lifting equipment or with assistance from other workers.
Work requires light to moderate physical effort in reaching,
bending, turning or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate
hand and foot controls while driving, raising, lowering and tilting
forklift trucks. Subject to possible strain caused by vibration of
forklift trucks. Occasionally may be required to make limited
emergency repairs on vehicles, such as changing a flat tire.Working Conditions
Work is done inside and outside in areas that may be hot, damp,
cold, drafty, or poorly lighted. Employee is regularly exposed to
the possibility of cuts, scrapes, and bruises, falls from ladders,
falling material, or injury from equipment. May be exposed to dust,
dirt, grease, solvents and high noise areas while working in a
mechanized work area, or radiation, toxins, explosives hazards or
chemical fumes while working in a hazardous materials area. May be
required to wear protective clothing, such as hard hats, steel toed
shoes, rubber gloves, masks and rubber aprons.PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for
appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify
the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total
number of hours per week.VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience,
including volunteer work done through National Service Programs
(i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g.,
professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community;
student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical
competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable
training and experience that translates directly to paid
employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience,
including volunteer experience.EducationAdditional informationInteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For
information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be
well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy,
displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above
for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your
most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting
position, grade level, and duty location.Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in
receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal
Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of
Annuitants. Click here for more information.90-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 90-day
register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 90 days after
the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as
vacancies occur.Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have
direct deposit.If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing
or speech difficulties click here.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and
responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your
eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may
affect your rating or consideration for employment.The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the
online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not
support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of
"not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not
receive further consideration for this job.All Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) applicants must complete the
assessment questionnaire in its entirety or it will result in an
ineligible rating. Applicants who meet the requirements for and
apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications
and other requirements of this position, will be given consideration
as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked
by an individual with priority/preference.APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and
consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection
process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant
performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceSecretDrug test requiredYes- Required DocumentsThe following documents are required and must be provided with
your application. Other documents may be required based on the
eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the
AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents
you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are
claiming.
Online Application - Questionnaire
Resume - For qualification determinations your resume should
show through experience and training that you possess the
quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the
duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.
If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal
employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e.
WG-8852-10. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social
media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate
content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion,
social security number, etc., on your resume.
Registration/License - active, current registration/license if
applicable for the position
If claiming VRA, VEOA or Veterans' Preference - a copy of your
DD Form 214, which must include character of service or a
Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service
dates and character of service. In addition, if claiming
10-point preference and/or 30% Disabled Veteran, you must submit
a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the
Armed Forces (or documentation of Purple Heart, if applicable)
and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference).
Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (Includes current
Air Force employees): You are required to submit legible
copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of
Personnel Action, (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34
must be a"1").
Applicants must refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility
Guide (link provided above) for a complete list of required
documents for each eligibility you identify.
ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires agencies to
treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and
preference eligible, when they submit, at the time they apply for a
Federal job, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD214,
assuming the service member is otherwise eligible. A "certification"
letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of
the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the
expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of
service. The "certification" must reflect the service member is
expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in
the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days
after the date of submission. The "certification" must be signed by,
or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of
your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your
terminal leave will begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of
active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service
(i.e. honorable). Further, agencies are required to verify a
qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment,
through the DD214 or other appropriate documentation. Active duty
members that fail to provide a valid "certification" of service with
their application will be found "not eligible." Military members may
be appointed before the effective date of their military
retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees -
Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years)
showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or
statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Applicant
should not submit an appraisal that does not include this
information.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Copies of any
award received within the last 3 years.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.- BenefitsA 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. Learn more about federal
benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility 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 to ApplyThe complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM
(ET) on 09/10/2019To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following
link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10586913To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an
account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the
prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you
click the Submit My Application button at the end of the
process.To apply for this position, you must provide a complete
Application Package which includes:
Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your
qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume,
only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest
timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is
"most recent."
It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of
all documents you submit as part of your application.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate
material or content, you will not be considered for this
vacancy.
For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours
worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week
and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your
resume does not contain this information, your application may
be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration
for this position.
A complete Application Questionnaire
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section).
Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for
information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is
10586913PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that
information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received,
accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your
documents have been processed with your application package
successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by
clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear
the virus scan.Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted
by an applicant.Agency contact informationTotal Force Service CenterPhone1-800-525-0102EmailDO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLYAddressHickam AFB
655 Vickers Avenue
Hickam AFB, HI 96853
USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your application package is received an acknowledgement email
will be sent.If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message
acknowledging receipt of your application.Your application package
will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for
consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not
qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.To check the status of your application or return to a previous or
incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My
Applications, and click on the more information link under the
application status for this position.If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for
checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy
notifications will not be sent to you.- Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe United States Government does not discriminate in employment on
the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and
gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age,
membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental
status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job
applicants
Reasonable Accommodation PolicyFederal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants
with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application process should follow
the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part
of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the
hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable
accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work
environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an
individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties
or receive equal access to job benefits.Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide
reasonable accommodations when:
An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an
equal opportunity to apply for a job.
An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform
the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive
equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and
office-sponsored events.
You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the
application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are
considered on a case-by-case basis.Learn more about disability employment and reasonable accommodations
or how to contact an agency.Legal and regulatory guidance
Financial suitability
Social security number request
Privacy Act
Signature and false statements
Selective Service
New employee probationary period
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to
apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/544196200. Only resumes
submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed
at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
