Summary
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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the environmental program manager to perform management, execution, and operations of the radiation program.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.
Duties
- Responsible for managing radioactive material recycling in-house/disposal, including the required contracts,
to comply with all applicable Federal, state and local environmental laws and policies. Executes short-term goals and
priorities to support the management plan utilizing available personnel and resources. Represents the Installation
Management Division as the health physicist. Serves as an environmental (radiological) technical advisor in
executing projects and serves as a support member on other applicable boards and committees. Integrates the
efforts of an interdisciplinary team of professionals including attorneys, public health specialists, public affair
specialists, environmental physical scientists, environmental engineers, biological scientists, regulators, other
governmental officials, and community groups. Coordinates and implements financial and budget execution
activities to include obligations, expenditures, and shortfalls for the assigned program(s). Serves as the focal point
for assigned contracted projects. Develops status reports on assigned projects
- Evaluates and secures compliance with environmental and radiation safety laws through audits,
investigations and enforcement of corrective action activities. Performs significant radiological protection surveys
and inspections of medical, academia, industrial x-ray facilities, particle accelerators, research, and radioactive
material work areas throughout WPAFB to determine the existence of radioactive materials, analyzes and evaluates
data, and develops/modifies procedures for proper tracking and disposal of materials. Provides support for
environmental assessments and reviews proposed actions of base and tenant organizations that utilize radioactive
materials to ensure the environmental effects are considered in project planning and decision making.
- Represents the organization with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Establishes,
develops, and maintains effective working relationships with other elements and flights in Civil Engineering and
other organizations on base involved in areas related to base environmental activities. Meets with key customer and
coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and resolve
problems that arise. Provides or ensures that subordinates provide customer guidance and training. Participates in
special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Identifies the need for special projects and initiates
milestones and goals. Evaluates reports by analyzing facts and performing appropriate research and prepares
detailed responses. Determines appropriate recommendations for unresolved or questionable problems and
performs follow-up. Researches and determines or recommends appropriate actions or interpretation of issues that
impact organization, installation, command, or agency.
- Communicates and coordinates environmental issues with higher headquarters, regulatory agencies, other
installation units, community officials, etc. Directs the development of briefing packages and a variety of related
reports. Serves as technical consultant to public affairs on media relations involving radiological environmental
matters. Prepares or directs preparation of responses to congressional inquiries, audit reports, inspection reports,
press releases and public concerns. Conducts or participates in public meetings, educational programs, and technical
review committees.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
- If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
- Recruitment incentives may be authorized
- Must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- Employee must maintain current certifications
- Position may be subject to random drug testing
- Employee may be required to work any shift or irregular schedule, including Saturday, Sunday, and holiday work.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
- May be required, at the convenience of the Government, to perform temporary duty travel by either Government or commercial air transportation, and to utilize Government furnished quarters and messes at temporary duty station when available.
- Is required to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Force during exercises or in the event of an actual emergency.
- Will be required to participate in training and obtain job-related certifications such as DOT or HAZWASTE
- Education requirements for this position must be met as established by the Office of Personnel Management’s Qualification Standards.
- Certifications/Licensure (current 40-hr DOT training)
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions..
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have or will have within 120 days of the closing date of the announcement at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes that I have a combination of education and experience - education is equivalent to one of the majors shown above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education and specialized experience must include using environmental physical science practices, processes, and/or techniques; following health, safety, and/or environmental rules; or serving as the focal point for assigned environmental contracted projects. NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS.
Ideal Candidate: This vital position performs Program Management functions in support of the Air Force Radioactive Recycling and Disposal Program IAW Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations, AFMAN 40-201 and AFMAN 32-7002. Responsibilities include the management and disposition of low-level radioactive waste (LLRW) AF-wide and DoD radioactive material (RAM) recycling. Responsibilities also include radiation safety officer duties, consultative support to customers across the AF for LLRW & RAM management, DOT Class 7 expertise/training, waste broker oversight, and Inspector General/NRC inspections of permitted facilities. This position also manages the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) for the AFRRAD Program. The successful candidate should have experience with material disposition processes, Government PPBE processes, be familiar with the NRC regulations under 10 CFR Parts 1 through 199, RCRA regulations under 40 CFR Parts 239 through 282, and possess strong customer service expertise.
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EDUCATION: Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.
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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
- Professional knowledge of health and radiation safety principles, laws, regulations and precedent decisions which provide the capability to recommend substantive program changes or alternative courses of managerial action requiring the expansion or modification of existing radiation safety health management techniques critical to the resolution of radiation safety management problems.
- Knowledge and understanding of professional level concepts, principles, theories, and current practices that enable incumbent to serve as a technical authority on the most complex environmental projects and programs within the radiation safety and health physics area of expertise.
- Knowledge and skill in project management to include contractor performance, quality assurance, quality control, costs, scope, and schedules of projects/programs.
- Knowledge and skills necessary to meet the requirements of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission definition of a Radiation Safety Officer for a Broad scope License.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
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.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
Applicants who meet the requirements for and apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other requirements of this position, may be given consideration as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an individual with priority/preference.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
- Online Application: Questionnaire
- Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.
- Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
- Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 form.
- Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
- Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:
- Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
- Branch of Armed Forces
- Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
- Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
- Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
- Expected character of service/discharge and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
- Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
- Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.
Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume. Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
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.
How to Apply
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/30/2024
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12429176
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."
- It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours 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 insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. A complete Application Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Next steps
Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.
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 and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.
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