Summary

This position is located at Seward Military Resort.

Approximate dates of employment are 15 May - 15 September 2024.

Housing may be provided on a space available basis.

Up to 25% recruitment and retention incentive may be authorized for positions offering at least a guarantee of 10 hours per week.

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

Duties are performed aboard an inboard marine drive, diesel powered, 35 passenger charter fishing or tour vessel.
Performs general maintenance work; repairing and painting decks, hulls, superstructure and interior spaces, handling lines during docking, moving and towing operations, mending lines, standing lookout, wheel watches and operating fishing gear.
Orients passengers in the use of fishing gear and explains species of fish. Baits hooks and lands fish.
Helps passengers in all emergencies. Conducts or assists with customer boat safety briefing as necessary.
Cleans vessel at end of day, to include removing garbage, scrubbing decks, railings and sides of vessel, washing windows, cleaning of passenger cabin and marine head.

Conditions of Employment

Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
A one year probationary period may be required.
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, Chapter 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation and a pre-employment physical.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
This position is covered by the DA Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program. Incumbent is required to sign DA Form 5019-R.
This position has critical safety or security responsibilities and as such has been designated as a testing designated position (TDP).
As a condition of employment, incumbent of a TDP is subject to a random drug test that occurs without suspicion that a particular individual is using illegal drugs.
Active standing, walking, bending and moderate lifting in casting off mooring lines, anchoring of vessel, loading and unloading of vessel.
Heavy lifting (40 to 50 pounds) is required when pulling large species of fish on board vessel; will be assisted by other personnel if over 50 pounds.
Work is performed outside. Exposed to wind and cold, water, glare, rain or sun for long periods of time.
Coordination of hands, eyes, body, and legs is needed to work safely on wet and moving decks.
Deckhands are exposed to possible falls on deck and to the possibility of falling overboard.

Qualifications

Knowledge of and skill in the use of fishing and vessel equipment.
Ability to use and maintain appropriate tools and equipment.
Ability to communicate.
Knowledge of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is WORLDWIDE. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Applications:

If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 12:00pm AKT by 12/31/2024 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs

Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

FWS Allowances and Differentials

This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
Regular full-time, regular part-time (to include those in a limited tenure appointment category) and regularly scheduled flexible employees are entitled to Sunday premium pay when working Sunday shifts. A FWS employee will be paid a night shift differential of 7.5% for the entire shift when a majority of the employee's regularly scheduled non-overtime hours of work occur between the hours of 1500 and 2400. A FWS employee will be paid a night shift differential of 10% of the scheduled rate if a majority of the employee's regularly scheduled non-overtime hours of work occur between the hours of 2300-0800.

Incentives and Bonuses

Incentives may be paid.
Up to 25% recruitment and retention incentive may be authorized for positions offering at least a guarantee of 10 hours per week.

Non-Foreign Overseas Allowances

Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

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It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit.pdf ).

Other:

Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.

Benefits

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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

Resume

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:

Cover Letter
DD-214/ Statement of Service
DA Form 3434, if applicable
Marriage License, Professional Certifications, References, etc
PCS Orders
Resume
Separation Notice (RIF)
SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12260902. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.
Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

Alaska NAF CPAC

Phone

907-353-6408

Email

usarmy.wainwright.chra-west.mbx.naf@army.mil

Address

EV-NAF-W6L7AA US ARMY GARRISON FORT WAINWRIGHT
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Wainwright, AK 99703
US

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Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

01/01/2024 to 12/31/2024
Salary

$17.79 - $20.75 per hour
Pay scale & grade

NA 3
Location

Few vacancies in the following location:
- Seward, AK
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

No
Travel Required

Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Multiple Appointment Types - This announcement can be used to fill Flexible (Intermittent), Part Time, and Full Time positions.
Work schedule

Multiple Schedules -
Service

Competitive
Promotion potential

None
Job family (Series)

5788 Deckhand
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Not Required
Drug test

Yes
Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness
Announcement number

O4NAFEV-24-12260902
Control number

768653900

Deckhand NA-03 Job in Seward, AK