Ammunition Inspector Job in Anniston Army Depot, AL

Vacancy No. MCGL254002196349HD Department U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command
Salary $26.47 to $30.86 Grade 10 to 10
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/31/2025 Close Date 2/7/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Anniston Army Depot, AL


Summary

Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: The Anniston Army Depot is located in Anniston, Alabama.

Duties

  • Performs various types of inspections to assist Quality Assurance Specialists.
  • Ensures that all components, packing material, and operational equipment are certified free from explosives.
  • Classifies ammunition based on supply condition codes.
  • Utilizes a variety of electrical and mechanical tests to conduct specific tests.
  • Disassembles parts for inspection by using non-sparking tools.
  • Inspects storage facilities and operation areas for safe conditions.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires the incumbent to successfully meet and maintain the requirements of AR 190-11, Physical Security of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA E).
  • This position requires the incumbent must meet the requirements of AMCR 350-4, Training and Certification Program for Personnel Working in Ammunition Operations.
  • This position is covered by the civilian drug abuse testing program governed by AR 600-85, The Army Substance Abuse Program. Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
  • Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified as Critical under the Department of the Army Drug Free Federal Workplace Program.
  • Federal Wage System employees, must complete and pass a pre-employment and appropriate annual Depot Medical Examination.
  • This position requires the incumbent to meet all inspector certification requirements in accordance with regulations.
  • This position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm.
  • This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Class A CDL with HAZMAT endorsements.
  • This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain license to operate a motor vehicle, crane, forklift, and THAAD related material handling equipment (MHE).
  • This position requires incumbent to be subject to on-call duty status as an emergency response team member for hypergolic fuel accident/incident situations.
  • This position requires up to 50% or greater travel to escort the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Ammunition Inspector ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common tasks including: Performing ammunition surveillance by assessing material condition, functionality, and serviceability in accordance with (IAW) established guidelines; performs periodic receipt, storage monitoring, pre-issue inspections and all handling operations for guided missiles. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed.
- Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • PHYSICAL EFFORT: Duties involve walking, standing, stooping, bending and lifting moderately heavy items weighing up to 60 pounds and occasionally lifting items in excess of 60 pounds. Work requires manual dexterity and mental muscular coordination. Annual physical exam is required.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside and outside. Buildings have cement floors and some are unheated. Occasionally work is of a dirty, greasy nature; and there is noise from production type machinery and power conveyors. Must wear hood and be completely attired in full protective clothing, special gloves, shoes, and coveralls when exposed to missile fuel; other safety equipment includes such items as eye shield, ear plugs and aprons. Incumbent must pass physical examination for working with and handling hazardous chemicals.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Logistics career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

Benefits

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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.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.


Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

  • Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
  • Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS 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 incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
  • For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
2. Other supporting documents:
  • Cover Letter, optional
  • Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
  • This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/07/2025 to receive consideration

  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12676349).
  • Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
  • It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Address
GL-W0L701 ANNISTON MUNITIONS CENTER
DO NOT MAIL
Richmond, KY 40475
US
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Next steps

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, qualifications, and quality ranking (as applicable) for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.


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