Summary
Must possess the skill and knowledge to supervise, plan, direct, and administer housekeeping and sanitation activities of the operational team of the sanitation, linen distribution and recycling sections of Environmental Management Service at the Mann-Grandstaff VAMC in Spokane, WA. Incumbent has substantially full supervisory responsibility for control over work operation and is accountable to Chief, EMS for the quality and quantity of the work performed.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
ALL US CITIZENS
DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.
Duties
Duties include but not limited to:
-Assigns employees to tasks as required, and instructs them in any changes in routine work
assignments or methods.
-Makes frequent inspections to determine whether employees are at their
assigned locations performing their duties efficiently, linens are in appropriate place in the appropriate
quantity and recycle is removed and disposed appropriately.
-Required by the work load, vacations, emergencies, etc., reassigns personnel to secure maximum coverage.
-Reviews work in progress and completed work and, as required, indicates areas which need to be redone; advises employees on difficult cleaning problems such as spot removals, etc. as required, approves leave requests and recommends conversion of probationary employees.
-Sets performance for subordinates and provides formal appraisals of work performance.
-Initiates recommendations for promotion or reassignment of subordinates.
-Counsels employees, adjusts informal complaints and grievances through discussion
with employees and union representatives; Initiates disciplinary actions as needed.
-Ensures that reports of injury are made and follow-up action is completed and effective to minimize future incidents of the same nature.
-Schedules employees for attendance at safety, haz-com, emergency management and other essential training.
-Makes frequent inspections to determine whether adequate sanitation standards are being maintained
as well as if employees are at their assigned locations performing their duties efficiently in compliance
with instructions.
-During inspection, evaluate equipment; such as buffers and scrubbing machines; to
determine if repairs are necessary or if there is evidence of improper use.
-As necessary, prepare work orders for repairs, recommends replacement of equipment, and provides hands on training for employees.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid-Environmental Service Technician Supervisor/PD703510
Physical Requirements: The physical demands of the position will be that normally required of a housekeeping aid. Some heavy lifting (equipment and materials) (100lb with assistance), movement of furniture required along with the stamina to perform physical labor. Continuous walking, standing, stooping, bending, and lifting, arduous physical effort is required in the performance of manual tasks described; such as washing walls above five feet and operating powered equipment over extended periods of time when providing training to employees etc.
Working conditions such as ventilation and environment are satisfactory. Incumbent may be subject to
occasional noise, skin irritations, cuts, and bruises. The work performed requires continuous walking
when making inspections in the various buildings. When occasionally performing cleaning tasks,
moderate effort is expended. Must have thorough knowledge of specialized cleaning and sanitation
techniques, materials and equipment in order to instruct employees.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
- Subject to a background/suitability investigation
- Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
- May serve a probationary period
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
- A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.
SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
- Ability to Lead or Supervise
- Dexterity and Safety
- Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)
- Lead or Supervise
- Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
- Work Practices
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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.
Required Documents
Documents Accepted:
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Disability Letter (VA)
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-15
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Documents Required:
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/27/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12554765.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
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Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
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