Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance – requires 18 years of age
- Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
- Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required - We are an E-Verify participant
- Probationary period: Full Time employees serve a one-year probationary period
- Must be able to understand and communicate in English
- Must complete an Occupational Health screening for this position
- Participation in Direct Deposit
- Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical
conduct.
Qualifications
In order to meet the basic requirement of the Fabric Worker position, NA-3105-07, you must meet the following requirements:
(a) Experience performing Fabric Working duties, which may include, but are not limited to measuring and fitting, sewing by hand and by machine, working with various materials (wood, cotton, leather, etc.), pressing garments, repairing defects, etc.
(b) Ability to lift items up to 10 pounds, stand and sit for prolonged periods of time, and continually use arms, hands, and fingers in pulling and positioning materials while sewing and using tools.
YOU WILL BE RATED ON THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) FOR THIS POSITION:
- Experience using measuring tape, chalk and pins for marking garments to fit customer (reduce chest, lengthen or shorten pants and skirts, attach insignia, etc).
- Experience sewing by hand.
- Experience using various tailoring machines (industrial straight stitch, blind stitch, serger and merrow, electric irons and commercial steam presses.
- Experience maintaining a satisfactory production level with established deadlines.
- Experience in customer service with strong communication skills.
Additional information
Note: Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, complete a pre-hire health screening, etc. DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or
other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Automatic Retirement Enrollment, 401(k), Roth 401(k), and 401(k) Loan options; and Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual.
Perks: Possible Shift Differential Pay, Sunday Premium Pay, Daily or Weekly OT, Holiday Pay, Pay/Step Increases
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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.
All applications and supporting documents will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and KSA requirements listed in the announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.
Required Documents
The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a claimed preference.
- Resume (Not to exceed 2 pages)
- Cover Letter
- Transcript and/or Diploma ~ If using education screen-in for KSA #1
- If Claiming NAF RPL (Non-Appropriated Fund Reemployment Priority): Most recent separation BBA SF50 (or equivalent)
- If Claiming Spousal Preference ~ Proof of Marriage and PCS Orders
- If Claiming Veterans Priority Consideration ~ DD-214 page 4
- Current or Former Federal Employee ~ SF50 or equivalent
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.