Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5210000 and is part of the HI 154 CES, National Guard.
LOCATION: 154th Civil Engineering Squadron, Hawaii Air National Guard, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
Category 1 - Current on board T5 and T32 permanent and indefinite employees in the HING (Veterans' Preference is not applicable);
Category 2 - M-Day Soldiers/DSG (Hawaii National Guard Members ONLY - (Veterans' Preference is applicable);
Category 3 - Current on board T5 and T32 federal employees within the State of Hawaii;
Category 4 - Current US Armed Forces members within the State of Hawaii;
Category 5 - US Citizens in the State of Hawaii;
Category 6 - US Citizens
Duties
SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Serves as the single point of contact for the initiation, development, and execution of all environmental activities and development of regulatory guidance for an installation and its immediate geographic region, with a collaborative influence extending to a broader area. Regional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: aircraft mishap response, off site release assessments, air emission estimates, storm water discharge monitoring, and hazardous material shipments. Broader geographic impacts may include, but are not limited to: exporting project solutions, staff assistance visits, compliance assessments, and partnering with other units and intra-agency contacts to address challenges that affect multiple ANG units within or beyond state boundaries. Accomplishes long range environmental planning, budgeting, and programming activities that impacts the installation and the region. Reviews engineering planning and construction documents for environmental considerations as required. Oversees the operations of the Environmental Management Office to include providing limited supervision over any subordinate positions. Supervisory responsibilities will constitute less than 25% of the average work time, thus are not classification impacting.
- Manages a most complex, highly technical environmental management and protection program and serves as the installation's single most knowledgeable expert on DoD, AF, ANG, EPA state specific environmental laws and regulations.
- Manages the entire Planning, Programming, Budget and Execution (PPB&E) for the installations environmental quality (EQ) program area.
- Prepares and guides implementation of environmental program plans.
- Serves as an active member of the installation Design Working Group (DWG) accomplishing short term and long range planning in conjunction with Civil Engineering for future military construction and renovation projects.
- In accordance with the Environmental Impact Analysis Process (EIAP) statutory requirements, the incumbent is responsible for evaluating the environmental impact of construction and renovation projects.
- Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Details of the duties and responsibilities are contained in the applicable position description (T5210000) which can be obtained by HRO.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Submit all documents/application NLT midnight Eastern Standard Time.
Qualifications
If your resume does not include a narrative description of how you meet the REQUIREMENTS, you may lose consideration for this position. Ensure that the Questionnaire is completed on Application Manager.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
A. 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.
OR
B. 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. The individual occupational requirements typically provide at least two methods for applicants to meet the basic requirements of the occupations covered by this standard:
1. Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included a major field of study or specific course requirements generally as stated in paragraph A in the individual occupational requirements.
Where specific course requirements are not indicated in paragraph A, the number of semester hours required to constitute a major field of study is the amount specified by the college or university attended. If this number cannot be obtained, 24 semester hours will be considered as equivalent to a major field of study. The nature and quality of this required course work must have been such that it would serve as a prerequisite for more advanced study in the field or subject-matter area. Related course work generally refers to courses that may be accepted as part of the program major.
2. Appropriate combination of education and experience that is typically specified in paragraph B of the individual occupational requirements. The "paragraph B" method generally requires that an applicant possess a core of educational credit, such as described in paragraph A above, plus additional education and/or experience. The method of determining the number of semester hours required to constitute a major field of study is the same as described in paragraph A.
The quality of the combination of education and experience must be sufficient to demonstrate that the applicant possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform work in the occupation, and is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study with a major in the appropriate field. In addition to courses in the major and related fields, a typical college degree would have included courses that involved analysis, writing, critical thinking, research, etc. These courses would have provided an applicant with skills and abilities sufficient to perform progressively more responsible work in the occupation. Therefore, creditable experience should have demonstrated similarly appropriate skills or abilities needed to perform the work of the occupation.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES:
1. Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
2. The incumbent of this position description must have at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
*3. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
4. The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
5. The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle and if so, an appropriate valid driver's license is required.
6. This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
Education
NOTES TO CANDIDATES:
a. Authorization for payment of PCS expenses will be granted only after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Hawaii National Guard.
b. In addition to your application, documents of last performance appraisal, past civilian performance, letter of recommendations, and or military performance may be submitted.
c. The applicant's resume package may include military service experiences and/or civilian experiences; military and/or civilian performance reports; training certificates; and official college transcripts.
d. Include any volunteer work experience in your resume. 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).
e. Final selection will be based upon qualifications, suitability, and available manpower resources.
f. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
g. Financial Suitability - It is the policy of the government not to deny employment simply because an individual has been unemployed or has had financial difficulties that have arisen through no fault of the individual. Information about an individual's employment experience will be used only to determine the person's qualifications and to assess his or her relative level of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Although an individual's personal conduct may be relevant in any employment decision, including conduct during periods of unemployment or evidence of dishonesty in handling financial matters, financial difficulty that has arisen through no fault of the individual will generally not itself be the basis of an unfavorable suitability or fitness determination.
h. Qualified candidates in the second through sixth categories will be referred in order if there are no qualified applicants in the first through fifth categories.
i. Security requirements. A technician is subject to the personnel security requirements in accordance with State and NGB Publications. In addition prior to appointment, individuals will undergo a background check to validate suitability for employment with the federal government as permitted by law. Items checked include, education and fiscal accountability/responsibility. IAW 5 CFR 302.203, the following, among others, may be included as disqualifying reasons:
- Dismissal from employment for delinquency or misconduct;
- Criminal, infamous, dishonest, immoral, or notoriously disgraceful conduct;
- Intentional false statement or deception or fraud in examination or appointment;
- Habitual use of intoxicating beverages to excess;
- Reasonable doubt as to the loyalty of the person involved to the Government of the United States;
- Any legal or other disqualification which makes the individual unfit for service;
- Lack of United States Citizenship.
j. Training/Certification requirements. All applicants for a position with designated developmental training requirements must be informed in advance that failure to complete the required certifications/course(s) will be cause for removal from the position. An example of required developmental training is proponent course(s) at the National Guard Professional Education Center. The HRO will require the applicant to submit a written statement to the effect that they understand they must either satisfactorily complete the appropriate certification/course(s) or corrective action will be taken.
k. Medical/physical requirements IAW DoDI 6055.05-M, paragraph C1.3.3.1, all Federal Wage System (FWS) and identified General Schedule (GS) selectees, prior to appointment, will meet any medical standards or physical requirements designated for the position.
l. Eligibles on this list will be given automatic consideration for position vacancies occurring during the six months period following the close of this announcement.
m. Cost of living allowances (COLA) vary from island to island. COLA is subject to change without notice.
n. If you are selected for this position, you will be eligible for health insurance. You will not be eligible for life insurance and you will not be covered under a retirement system.
o. This type of appointment may be extended beyond the not-to-exceed date. Separation will be preceded when services are no longer needed.
p. If selection results in a permanent T32 Technician or T5 Employee to T5 temporary action, the selectee is informed in advance of the reasons for and conditions of this temporary action and will not have return rights to his/her former T32/T5 position when temporary action is no longer needed and may be effected at any time without adverse action procedures. After the temporary assignment is no longer needed, the T5 technician will be terminated.
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, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume - your resume or any other written format you choose should contain the required information as specified in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section. Insufficient information will result in an ineligible rating.
2. A completed online job specific self-assessment questionnaire through the Department's automated system "Gateway to State".
3. Transcripts - If you are qualifying based on education or education is required you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript(s) with your application by the closing date of this announcement, and if selected, an official college transcript will be required to verify education prior to employment. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you WILL lose consideration for this position.
4. If you are qualifying based on other criteria listed under the Qualification Section of this announcement, you MUST submit the required supporting documentation (certificates, certifications, etc.) with your application.
5. Veterans Preference - If claiming veteran's preference, you must indicate the type of veteran's preference you are claiming on your resume, DD 214 and supporting documents. SF-15 is required if you are claiming CP (10 pts) or higher. Click on the link for more information https://www.pmf.gov/become-a-pmf/eligibility/veterans-preference/#:~:text=Acceptable%20forms%20of%20supporting%20documentation%20include%3A%20Documentation%20of,from%20Active%20Duty%22%3B%20preferably%20the%20Member%204%20copy
6. Spouse Preference - If claiming Spouse Preference, Please click on link https://www.dcpas.osd.mil/Content/documents/EC/PPP%20Military%20Spouse%20Preference%20(MSP)%20-%20Fact%20Sheet%20(Updated%20April%202019).pdf To view Military Spouse Preference Priority Placement Program Fact Sheet and Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist https://www.dcpas.osd.mil/Content/documents/EC/PPP_Self_CertificationChecklist.pdf
- Please attach the completed PPP Self-Certification Checklist to your application and supporting documents listed on the checklist.
7. Copy of SF-50 if you are currently or previously a Federal Employee.
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
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12432745
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement 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.
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.
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
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
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