SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL AND ASSET PROTECTION SPECIALIST, NF-3 Job in Barstow, CA

Vacancy No. 70656 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $52,000.00 to $52,000.00 Grade 03 to 03
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/30/2024 Close Date 11/6/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Barstow, CA


Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

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Duties

Responsible for assisting the Risk Manager (Safety/Environmental Officer) in developing, implementing, and manufacturing a comprehensive risk management program that includes, but not limited to: Asbestos and Lead, Automatic External Defibrillators (AED), Blood Borne Pathogens, Confined Space, Electrical Safety, Environmental Security, Ergonomics, Fall Protection, Fire Safety, Machine/Equipment Handling, Hazardous Materials, Hearing Conservation, Industrial Hygiene, Lock Out/Tag Out, Occupational Health and Safety, Respiratory Protection, and the Voluntary Protection Program.  Assists Risk Manager with data collection and tracking for trend analysis to be provided to the Division Director for routine transparency meetings.

Assists with surveillance throughout designated activities in an effort to prevent and detect dishonest acts or procedure violations. Assists gathering facts and evidence and maintains close liaison with law enforcement authorities.  Assists and monitors internal and external security systems to ensure they are working properly.  May conduct cash counts and audits of MCCS activities.  Provides leadership with regular updates.

Independently conducts safety inspections and risk assessments for MCCS facilities and playgrounds, at special event sites, on generators, on gas/electric powered equipment, tools, fire extinguishers, eye wash stations; making recommendations for immediate corrective action when employee/patron safety is compromised.  This includes writing, coordinating, implementing directives, recommending appropriate remedies and procedures, training, or use of personal protective equipment (PPE).  Prepare and submit for review, written inspections result of all detected hazards and recommended corrective actions.  Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for on-hand and in-use chemicals, verifying their accuracy and ensuring they are up-to-date and available to all employees.  Conducts risk assessments for special events and programs as required. Perform investigations for employee and patron mishaps, using methodical and thorough procedures; conduct personal interviews with the injured employee/patrons, supervisors, and witnesses to help identify the root cause and for recommended corrective procedures to reduce the likelihood of repeat mishaps.  Assist in accident investigations when MCCS vehicles, facilities, or property are involved.  Promote safety policies and good safety practices.  Provide basic safety indoctrination to MCCS employees.  Promote safety awareness by developing visual training aids on risk management topics. Have understanding of Enterprise and Safety Management Systems (ESAMS) and the Risk Management Information-Streamlined Incident Reporting (RMI-SIR) system.  

Performs a variety of functions in support of the organization environmental program by assisting in the proper identification, containing, labeling, storage, and disposal of a variety of hazardous materials (HazMat) based on applicable federal, state, and local regulations.  Inspects designated HazMat sites for compliance based Authorized Hazardous Material List (AHML) and Authorized Users List (AUL).  Assist employees during weekly inspections of chemical storage facility for leaks, faults, unsafe and non-compatible storage.  Aid in the inspections of Oil Water Separators, Above/Underground Storage Tanks and Title V Air Quality issues.  Proactive in spill prevention, control, and countermeasures.  Assists in providing guidance on clean ups and during chemical spills.  Create and maintain training folders of MCCS personnel assigned to environmental positions; coordinate initial and refresher course with Base Environmental Security for MCCS employees; send reminders to employees of scheduled training classes.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy and support.  Assists employees while communicating in a positive, courteous, and considerate manner.  Takes action to solve problems quickly.  Alerts the higher-level supervisor when confronted with situations that cannot be handled on the spot.  Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.  Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.  Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

Must have a combination of 3 years¿ experience that demonstrates understanding of classification storage and disposal of hazardous material, understanding of integrity inspections on equipment and property, general safety policies, and administrative skills.  Must be familiar with OSHA and EPA regulations and obtain OSHA training within six (6) months of date of hire.  Must have good oral and writing skills.  Must be willing to perform minor travel for necessary trainings and multiple installations support.  Must possess excellent customer service skills and general clerical methods and techniques, including skills to prepare documentation and presentations in a proper format in accordance with naval correspondence.  Ability to operate a personal computer and use various software systems to create and generate reports.  Must be proficient in ESAMS or become proficient within one year.  Work requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting and may be required to work in extreme environmental conditions.  This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 55lbs independently and objects over 55lbs with assistance.

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
           *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
           *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

Benefits

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.

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:

•      Stability of Federal Civilian Service

•      People with passion for doing work that matters

•      Quality of Work Life Balance

•      Competitive Pay

•      Comprehensive Benefit Packages

•      Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

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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.

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

Required Documents

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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

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.  To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

STEP 1 - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY)
A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, or a copy of your degree as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org to be considered. Applications received without appropriate documentation will be ineligible for consideration.

STEP 2 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org.

STEP 3 - Military Spousal Preference may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions. Spouses must meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job announcement. Spouse preference eligibility begins 30 days before the reporting date to the new duty location. Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until converted or hired into a regular full-time or part-time position or is within a 60 day period of receiving new PCS Orders.
Please see below to ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility. Documents will need to be uploaded as an attachment(s) to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org.

Required Documents:
1.  Furnish a copy of the PCS orders with reporting date to the new duty station and authorized move with spouse. If the spouse is not listed on the PCS orders, the spouse must provide documentation (i.e. marriage certificate, valid military ID, etc.) verifying marriage prior to PCS orders (must have been married to the military sponsor before relocation to the new duty station).
2.  Submit a current application or resume.
3.  For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility.

STEP 4 - If applicable, upload a copy of your Transition Assistance form and copy of ID card with TA stamped on front of card as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org.

Transition Assistance Program: (May be requested for positions graded NF-3 below or equivalent) Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must upload all documents listed above in Step 4.

Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.

NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.
 

Agency contact information

CAMP PENDLETON MCCS
Address
CAMP PENDLETON MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN: PERSONNEL OFFICER
CAMP PENDLETON, CA 920555020
USA
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Next steps

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.