Environmental protection specialist
Company Name:
Department of Defense
Open to all qualified applicants in the 1st and 2nd Areas of Consideration. Excepted Service Permanent Full Time
OREGON ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
STATEWIDE TECHNICIAN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
For more information on the Oregon National Guard please visit:
Oregon Military Department
OREGON NATIONAL GUARD CORE VALUES:Competence, Confidence, Courage, Commitment (CCCC)
OREGON NATIONAL GUARD VISION:Oregon National Guard will provide the citizens of the State of Oregon and the United States with the ready force of citizen soldiers and airman, equipped and trained to respond to any contingency natural or manmade.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST
JFHQ
Warrenton, OR United States 1 vacancy
Appointment Type: Excepted Service Permanent
Official Position Description #: D0707
Series/Grade: GS- 0028- 11 / 11
Salary Range: $57,982.00 - $75,376.00
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
Candidates must have a valid state driver''s license
PCS is not Authorized
MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL GUARD IS REQUIRED: This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in the Oregon National Guard as a condition of employment. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Unit of military assignment is any supporting unit of JFHQ. Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. Acceptance of a permanent or indefinite position with the Oregon National Guard will cause termination from any Guard Recruitment Bonus or Guard paid student loan. A law enforcement background check may be required prior to appointment to this position. By submitting a resume or application for this position, you authorize this agency to accomplish the check. This is a dual-status position and membership in the Oregon National Guard is required. By submitting this application you are affirming to the validity of the information you have provided.
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
1st Area: Current permanent full time support personnel of the Oregon Army National Guard (ARNG)
2nd Area: All members of the Oregon Army National Guard (ARNG)
Application materials must be received in our office by Tuesday, June 03, 2014. Failure to provide complete information may result in your not receiving consideration for this position. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations section to understand the qualification requirements, and How To Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.
Must maintain membership in the ORARNG as a condition of employment. You must be assigned to a compatible unit and military duty position. Announcement open to Officers and Enlisted members only. Officer: 01A Branch Immaterial Enlisted: 011A MOS Immaterial
INTRODUCTORY:
This position is within the Oregon Military Department (OMD) Adjutant General Installations (AGI) Division Environmental Branch. The Installations Division includes the Real Property Operations and Maintenance (RPOM) Branch, Construction Branch, Environmental Branch, and Support Branch. The Division is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, alteration, rental, and leasing of Oregon Army National Guard (ORARNG) facilities; design and construction of new facilities; acquisition and disposal of land and facilities; and environmental compliance.
MAJOR DUTIES:
Serve as Laboratory Director for environmental laboratory at Camp Rilea, Oregon, in support of water supply system and wastewater treatment plant operations, and other state-wide ORARNG operations in accordance with ARNG regulations, directives and policy guidance, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and requirements. Interprets and implements policy and directives. Manages laboratory operations, ensures laboratory maintains Oregon Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ORELAP) accreditation, conducts Demonstration of Capability (initial and ongoing), performs bi-annual Proficiency Testing (PT) with an accredited source designs and conducts Ethics and Integrity training, and prepares, corrects, and records all Corrective Action Reports (CAR).
Prepares and maintains laboratory Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), designs and maintains ongoing Control Chart program tracking all QA/QC samples analyzed including: Blank Spikes, Laboratory Control Samples, Duplicates, Matrix Spikes and Duplicates, and Calibration Controls, schedules and conducts internal audits, as well as semi-annual audits required by Oregon DEQ.
The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position''s official duties.
Maintains current SOP for laboratory operations; maintains calibrations and updates to all tests, equipment, and chemical standards/reagents maintain logbooks for standards/reagents, calibrations, equipment, and field samples; prepares monthly Reports for all field sampling sites and results; prepares/maintains Bench Sheets for analytes/testing, including processes for analytes, sampling and logging procedures, equipment maintenance, and other documentation requirements. Conducts chemical and microbiological analyses including metals, BOD/COD, E. coli/Coliform, nitrogen, nitrates, chlorine, oil/grease and general physical chemistry.
Maintains constant coordination and communication with Facilities Manager, OMD AGI-E Water Quality Program Manager, Wastewater Treatment Plant and Water Supply System Operators and, as needed, Post Commander and Range Control Officer; provide necessary reports and analytical data to AGI-E; ensure laboratory is functional on a day-to-day basis, and meet agency emergency mission support requirements at all times.
For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialist at the bottom of the announcement.
METHOD OF EVALUATING
Qualifications:
GENERAL
Experience:
Provides guidance and assistance on matters relating to the development, execution, and maintenance of adequate environmental protection plans and programs. Work involves the reviewing, analyzing, and recommending modifications where necessary, of plans to implement various provisions of federal, state and local environmental statues, and regulations. The work also involves developing and analyzing data and preparation of reports relating to implementation plans for state environmental protection. Reviews, analyzes and coordinates preparation of, or preparing comments on environmental impact statements. Develops and analyzes proposals for new or revised environmental protection regulations and determines their impact on air, water, and land resources. Conducts studies to identify environmental problems, and performs analytical work which contributes to the effectiveness of environmental plans, programs, and methods. Progressively responsible clerical experience or other work which demonstrated the ability to acquire and to apply a practical knowledge and understanding of the program objectives, policies, procedures, and requirements relating to the work of the position.
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants applying at the GS-11 level must have _36 months_ of general and specialized experience, education or training demonstrating the knowledge of the principles, practices, and concepts of an environmental program sufficient to serve as the expert technical advisor on the various environmental programs. Experience demonstrating knowledge of environmental issues, problems and solutions regarding federal, state, rural and community environmental regulations. Experience in program planning or administration concerned with environmental protection or other activities related to environmental problems. Experience in an advisory or research capacity involving the creation of solutions to problems concerning environmental protection or other related activities. Experience using on-site investigation techniques, analysis of results and development of conclusions to insure conformance to environmental regulations.
_Education Requirements:_
Any technical director of an accredited environmental laboratory engaged in chemical analysis shall be a person with a bachelors degree in the chemical, environmental, biological sciences, physical sciences, or engineering, with atleast 24 college semester credit hours in chemistry and at least two years of experience in the environmental analysis of representative inorganic and organic analytes for which the laboratory seeks or maintains accredidation. A masters or doctoral degree in one of the above disciplines may be substituted for one year of experience.
_Substitution of Education for Specialized
Experience:_
None to list for this position.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
If any supplemental documentation for education or certifications are required it will be listed here.
If the position requires a driver''s license, applicant will be expected to obtain and maintain a satisfactory State of Oregon Driver''s License. Driver''s licenses from other states will be accepted pending they are recognized by the State of Oregon DMV and adhere to National Guard Technician Personnel Regulations.
If position requires security clearance. Individuals must currently possess or obtain and maintain a satisfactory Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance in accordance with position requirements.
Applicants are subject to Police Record Check. Applicants can pre-emptively fill out the PDF form below at the link.
Please fill out only sections 2 through 9. Applicant must sign block 11. Once complete please upload along with application packet.
_EVALUATION INFORMATION:_
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet all necessary job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume'' and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire, resume, and supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume'' and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for this position, you must provide both of the following parts:
1. You must complete the assessment questionnaire.
2. Submit all required documents specified in the required documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, June 03, 2014 to receive consideration.
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.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
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, , 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.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
If you are unable to complete the application process online, you can contact one or both of the point of contacts listed below . The secondary application process is subject to adequate time and mailing. It must be completed and received in our office by the closing date of the announcement Tuesday, June 03, 2014.
_REQUIRED DOCUMENTS_
Failure to provide complete information, may result in an applicant not receiving consideration for this position. The following:
Current Resume and supporting documents.Offline applicant circumstances are different and must contact HR Specialist listed below for detailed instructions.
Description of General and Specialized Experience gained through your current or prior work history listed in your resume
All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
Cover Letter
DD-214
OF-306
Other (Police Records Check Form Dd-369)
Transcript
_Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents_ :
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1118422
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items .
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
BENEFITS
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees! The following Web address provides a reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees. Some of these are but not limited to: Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Insurance, Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Retirement Program.
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For Any Questions or Concerns in regards to this announcement, please contact the following personnel at the Oregon Military Department:
SSG Velasquez, Pedro
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement/Compensation)
Oregon Military Department JFHQ-Human Resources Office
Salem, OR 97301
Business Number ; DSN: 355-3926
Business E-Mail: @
SSG Chitwood, Edward D.
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement/Compensation)
Oregon Military Department JFHQ-Human Resources Office
Salem, OR 97301
Business Contact ; DSN: 355-3841
Business E-Mail: @Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Department of Defense
Open to all qualified applicants in the 1st and 2nd Areas of Consideration. Excepted Service Permanent Full Time
OREGON ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
STATEWIDE TECHNICIAN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
For more information on the Oregon National Guard please visit:
Oregon Military Department
OREGON NATIONAL GUARD CORE VALUES:Competence, Confidence, Courage, Commitment (CCCC)
OREGON NATIONAL GUARD VISION:Oregon National Guard will provide the citizens of the State of Oregon and the United States with the ready force of citizen soldiers and airman, equipped and trained to respond to any contingency natural or manmade.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST
JFHQ
Warrenton, OR United States 1 vacancy
Appointment Type: Excepted Service Permanent
Official Position Description #: D0707
Series/Grade: GS- 0028- 11 / 11
Salary Range: $57,982.00 - $75,376.00
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
Candidates must have a valid state driver''s license
PCS is not Authorized
MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL GUARD IS REQUIRED: This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in the Oregon National Guard as a condition of employment. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Unit of military assignment is any supporting unit of JFHQ. Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. Acceptance of a permanent or indefinite position with the Oregon National Guard will cause termination from any Guard Recruitment Bonus or Guard paid student loan. A law enforcement background check may be required prior to appointment to this position. By submitting a resume or application for this position, you authorize this agency to accomplish the check. This is a dual-status position and membership in the Oregon National Guard is required. By submitting this application you are affirming to the validity of the information you have provided.
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
1st Area: Current permanent full time support personnel of the Oregon Army National Guard (ARNG)
2nd Area: All members of the Oregon Army National Guard (ARNG)
Application materials must be received in our office by Tuesday, June 03, 2014. Failure to provide complete information may result in your not receiving consideration for this position. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations section to understand the qualification requirements, and How To Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.
Must maintain membership in the ORARNG as a condition of employment. You must be assigned to a compatible unit and military duty position. Announcement open to Officers and Enlisted members only. Officer: 01A Branch Immaterial Enlisted: 011A MOS Immaterial
INTRODUCTORY:
This position is within the Oregon Military Department (OMD) Adjutant General Installations (AGI) Division Environmental Branch. The Installations Division includes the Real Property Operations and Maintenance (RPOM) Branch, Construction Branch, Environmental Branch, and Support Branch. The Division is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, alteration, rental, and leasing of Oregon Army National Guard (ORARNG) facilities; design and construction of new facilities; acquisition and disposal of land and facilities; and environmental compliance.
MAJOR DUTIES:
Serve as Laboratory Director for environmental laboratory at Camp Rilea, Oregon, in support of water supply system and wastewater treatment plant operations, and other state-wide ORARNG operations in accordance with ARNG regulations, directives and policy guidance, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and requirements. Interprets and implements policy and directives. Manages laboratory operations, ensures laboratory maintains Oregon Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ORELAP) accreditation, conducts Demonstration of Capability (initial and ongoing), performs bi-annual Proficiency Testing (PT) with an accredited source designs and conducts Ethics and Integrity training, and prepares, corrects, and records all Corrective Action Reports (CAR).
Prepares and maintains laboratory Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), designs and maintains ongoing Control Chart program tracking all QA/QC samples analyzed including: Blank Spikes, Laboratory Control Samples, Duplicates, Matrix Spikes and Duplicates, and Calibration Controls, schedules and conducts internal audits, as well as semi-annual audits required by Oregon DEQ.
The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position''s official duties.
Maintains current SOP for laboratory operations; maintains calibrations and updates to all tests, equipment, and chemical standards/reagents maintain logbooks for standards/reagents, calibrations, equipment, and field samples; prepares monthly Reports for all field sampling sites and results; prepares/maintains Bench Sheets for analytes/testing, including processes for analytes, sampling and logging procedures, equipment maintenance, and other documentation requirements. Conducts chemical and microbiological analyses including metals, BOD/COD, E. coli/Coliform, nitrogen, nitrates, chlorine, oil/grease and general physical chemistry.
Maintains constant coordination and communication with Facilities Manager, OMD AGI-E Water Quality Program Manager, Wastewater Treatment Plant and Water Supply System Operators and, as needed, Post Commander and Range Control Officer; provide necessary reports and analytical data to AGI-E; ensure laboratory is functional on a day-to-day basis, and meet agency emergency mission support requirements at all times.
For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialist at the bottom of the announcement.
METHOD OF EVALUATING
Qualifications:
GENERAL
Experience:
Provides guidance and assistance on matters relating to the development, execution, and maintenance of adequate environmental protection plans and programs. Work involves the reviewing, analyzing, and recommending modifications where necessary, of plans to implement various provisions of federal, state and local environmental statues, and regulations. The work also involves developing and analyzing data and preparation of reports relating to implementation plans for state environmental protection. Reviews, analyzes and coordinates preparation of, or preparing comments on environmental impact statements. Develops and analyzes proposals for new or revised environmental protection regulations and determines their impact on air, water, and land resources. Conducts studies to identify environmental problems, and performs analytical work which contributes to the effectiveness of environmental plans, programs, and methods. Progressively responsible clerical experience or other work which demonstrated the ability to acquire and to apply a practical knowledge and understanding of the program objectives, policies, procedures, and requirements relating to the work of the position.
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants applying at the GS-11 level must have _36 months_ of general and specialized experience, education or training demonstrating the knowledge of the principles, practices, and concepts of an environmental program sufficient to serve as the expert technical advisor on the various environmental programs. Experience demonstrating knowledge of environmental issues, problems and solutions regarding federal, state, rural and community environmental regulations. Experience in program planning or administration concerned with environmental protection or other activities related to environmental problems. Experience in an advisory or research capacity involving the creation of solutions to problems concerning environmental protection or other related activities. Experience using on-site investigation techniques, analysis of results and development of conclusions to insure conformance to environmental regulations.
_Education Requirements:_
Any technical director of an accredited environmental laboratory engaged in chemical analysis shall be a person with a bachelors degree in the chemical, environmental, biological sciences, physical sciences, or engineering, with atleast 24 college semester credit hours in chemistry and at least two years of experience in the environmental analysis of representative inorganic and organic analytes for which the laboratory seeks or maintains accredidation. A masters or doctoral degree in one of the above disciplines may be substituted for one year of experience.
_Substitution of Education for Specialized
Experience:_
None to list for this position.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
If any supplemental documentation for education or certifications are required it will be listed here.
If the position requires a driver''s license, applicant will be expected to obtain and maintain a satisfactory State of Oregon Driver''s License. Driver''s licenses from other states will be accepted pending they are recognized by the State of Oregon DMV and adhere to National Guard Technician Personnel Regulations.
If position requires security clearance. Individuals must currently possess or obtain and maintain a satisfactory Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance in accordance with position requirements.
Applicants are subject to Police Record Check. Applicants can pre-emptively fill out the PDF form below at the link.
Please fill out only sections 2 through 9. Applicant must sign block 11. Once complete please upload along with application packet.
_EVALUATION INFORMATION:_
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet all necessary job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume'' and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire, resume, and supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume'' and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for this position, you must provide both of the following parts:
1. You must complete the assessment questionnaire.
2. Submit all required documents specified in the required documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, June 03, 2014 to receive consideration.
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.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
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, , 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.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
If you are unable to complete the application process online, you can contact one or both of the point of contacts listed below . The secondary application process is subject to adequate time and mailing. It must be completed and received in our office by the closing date of the announcement Tuesday, June 03, 2014.
_REQUIRED DOCUMENTS_
Failure to provide complete information, may result in an applicant not receiving consideration for this position. The following:
Current Resume and supporting documents.Offline applicant circumstances are different and must contact HR Specialist listed below for detailed instructions.
Description of General and Specialized Experience gained through your current or prior work history listed in your resume
All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
Cover Letter
DD-214
OF-306
Other (Police Records Check Form Dd-369)
Transcript
_Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents_ :
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1118422
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items .
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
BENEFITS
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees! The following Web address provides a reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees. Some of these are but not limited to: Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Insurance, Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Retirement Program.
/
For Any Questions or Concerns in regards to this announcement, please contact the following personnel at the Oregon Military Department:
SSG Velasquez, Pedro
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement/Compensation)
Oregon Military Department JFHQ-Human Resources Office
Salem, OR 97301
Business Number ; DSN: 355-3926
Business E-Mail: @
SSG Chitwood, Edward D.
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement/Compensation)
Oregon Military Department JFHQ-Human Resources Office
Salem, OR 97301
Business Contact ; DSN: 355-3841
Business E-Mail: @Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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