Summary
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
About the Position: Serves as Master on dredges and multi-purpose vessel on a regular and recrurring basis.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Opened to all US Citizens.
Duties
- Ability to perform the most difficult and complex such as direct and supervise the operations on shallow draft dredges and a multi-purpose vessel.
- Provide overall supervision and direction to the personnel in the deck department and the engine room department working on the vessel on various shifts and crews operating up to 24 hours per day.
- Direct tasks using the steering gear when under emergency or normal operations considering safety in order to maintain the ongoing operations of a vessel.
- Direct the deployment of ground tackle, considering safety, and troubleshoot any obstacles which may arise in order to maintain the ongoing operations of a vessel.
- Respond to crew members in reference to medical assistance when medical needs arise at sea in order to maintain safety of crew members and the ongoing operations of a vessel.
- Direct procedures with mooring a vessel in order to maintain the ongoing operations of a vessel.
- Operate all dredging gear to include but not limited to winches, gantries, trunnions, pumps, piping, sensors, and jetting systems for maximum efficiency.
- Direct and responsible for navigation of the vessel at sea, in sounds, and in waterways during transfers between worksites, including dead reckoning navigation functions.
- Coordinate all shipyard activities and schedules and provide oversight inspections during shipyard periods.
- Compile and submit annual recommendations for all repairs, replacements, and overhaul required to keep vessel in operating condition.
- Understand the principle of operation of shallow draft dredging and related mechanical systems. Must be capable of being trained in operation, troubleshooting, and repairs of electronic-mechanical systems.
- Responsible for maintenance of such dredging equipment as dredge pumps, drags, blocks and falls, suction and discharge pipes, anchors and chains.
- Direct and responsible for navigation of the vessel at sea, in sounds, and in waterways during transfers between worksites, including dead reckoning navigation functions.
- Ability to perform the full range of direct and supervise the operations on a diesel self-propelled, seagoing split-hull dredge equipped with up to conventional 500 cubic yard capacity up to 1600 HP through subordinate supervisors.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to supervise
A. I am able to direct and supervise the operations on a diesel, self-propelled, seagoing split-hull dredge equipped with up to conventional 500 cubic yard up to 1600 HP; OR a diesel self-propelled side casting dredge, 900 HP, with twin dredge pumps and drags, and dredging control devices; OR a self-propelled, 3000 HP diesel, 786-gross ton multi-purpose vessel, over 100 feet in length, having 135-ton hydraulic crane through subordinate supervisors. I have a good working knowledge of shallow draft dredging operations and multi-purpose vessel operations. Through my experience with the different operations aboard a ship, and filling in on other vessels as above, I possess a good working knowledge of the various area and responsibilities such as the deck department and the engine room, personnel practices, and technical specifications according to the trade. I have experience and knowledge in the mechanical workings of the dredging equipment, navigation of the ship and safety practices. I am able to train and instruct through subordinate supervisors all areas of operations and maintenance of the seagoing vessel. I am able to plan and organize work through subordinates. I am able to meet project suspense's in a timely manner. I am able to review problems and provide solutions. This ability is clearly reflected in my resume.
B. I have the ability to perform the full range of perform operations on a diesel, self-propelled, seagoing split-hull dredge equipped with up to conventional 500 cubic yard up to 1600 HP; OR a diesel self-propelled side casting dredge, 900 HP, with twin dredge pumps and drags, and dredging control devices; OR a self-propelled, 3000 HP diesel, 786-gross ton multi-purpose vessel, over 100 feet in length, having 135-ton hydraulic crane. I am skilled in shallow draft vessel operations and dredging. I work on my own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection.
C. I have the ability to perform common shallow draft vessel operations and dredging. I can perform operations on a dredge equipped with up to conventional 500 cubic yard up to 1600 HP; OR a diesel self-propelled side casting dredge, 900 HP, with twin dredge pumps and drags, and dredging control devices; OR a self-propelled, 3000 HP diesel, 786-gross ton multi-purpose vessel, over 100 feet in length, having 135-ton hydraulic crane. 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.
D. I have the ability to perform simple shallow draft vessel operations and dredging or I have received training on operating seagoing vessels that require a US Coast Guard license as (Master of Steam or Motor Vessels of not more than 1600 Gross tons or a higher endorsement, upon Near Coastal Waters or Oceans
Failure to meet this Screen Out Element above will result in an ineligible rating.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTORS:SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTORS:
- This position requires a current US Coast Guard License for Master, near coastal, 1600 gross tons. (Must submit a copy with your application packet to qualify)
- This position requires a current Seafarer/able Bodied and Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC). (Must submit a copy with your application packet to qualify)
- This position requires a current certification of Standards of Training, Certification and working. (Must submit a copy with your application packet to qualify)
Also, you must meet the Selective Placement Factors above or it will result in an ineligible rating.
WORKING CONDITIONS: When performing administrative work, work will be performed in an officesetting. When serving as Master or Assistant Master, work is primarily performed inside an enclosedpilot house but also requires work outside of pilot house, subjecting incumbent to varying climaticconditions. Works inside and outside, and Incumbent is subject to the usual hazards of climaticchanges, steep ladders and steps, injury from moving machinery, slippery walking surfaces, anddanger of drowning in case of accident.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work requires moderate physical effort. Lifts and carries equipment and suppliesnormally up to 45 lbs. and occasionally over 45 lbs. Work requires prolonged standing, walking andclimbing, all of which can cause exertion of the lower back. The incumbent must maintain goodlower back physical condition. Incumbent must possess color and depth perception and be able tosee by in low visibility conditions in order to perform duties.
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.
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:
- 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 10/18/2024 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/12558058).
- 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/.
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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