SummaryThis position is located within the Division of Environmental Health Services (DEHS), Office of Environmental Health and Engineering (OEHE). The purpose of this position is to serve as a technical advisor to Agency staff on health and safety concerns in child care, educational, correctional, or similar institutional facilities on Indian lands. The incumbent in this position reports to the Director, DEHS.Learn more about this agencyHelpOverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates09/20/2022 to 09/30/2022Salary$95,973 - $124,764 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 14HelpLocations1 vacancy in the following locations:Rockville, MDLocation Negotiable After Selection, United StatesRemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.Appointment typePermanent -Work scheduleFull-time -ServiceCompetitivePromotion potential14Job family (Series)0601 General Health ScienceSupervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceOtherDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskHigh Risk (HR)Trust determination processSuitability/FitnessAnnouncement numberIHS-22-HQ-11659475-ESEP/MPControl number678612100HelpThis job is open toCareer transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.Federal employees - Competitive serviceCurrent or former competitive service federal employees.Individuals with disabilitiesNative AmericansNative Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation.Peace Corps & AmeriCorps VistaSpecial authoritiesIndividuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.VeteransClarification from the agencyThe IHS is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior's definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within the IHS in accordance with established IHS policy as outlined in the Indian Health Manual Part 7, Chapter 3. The IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.VideosHelpDutiesProvide Institutional Environmental Health (IEH) technical support: Evaluate proposed designs for compliance with safety, infection control, radiation protection and other IEH considerations and provide authoritative guidance and assistance on codes/ standards interpretation on IEH issues. Ensure Areas are abreast of new rules, regulations, and laws affecting safety management, industrial hygiene, radiation protection, infection control, environmental management systems, and other IEH topics and develop guidance documents (circulars, policies, guidelines), as needed. Develop budget justification documents and responses to congressional inquiries concerning IEH activities. Conduct assessments and makes recommendations to improve Area IEH programs, and work with both IHS and tribal leaders to develop effective and efficient IEH programs.Provide Agency-wide Program Support: Determine program goals and objectives for the national IHS institutional environmental health program and determine program emphasis areas; determine best solutions for resolving budget shortages and needs; and plan for long range staffing and contracting needs. Support agency-wide IEH educational and training needs, manage the IHS IEH Residency Program, and serve as the primary agency preceptor for students in the Residency Program.Direct and Coordinate the IHS Occupational Safety Program: Direct, coordinate, and monitor the IHS Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Program. Serve as the agency OSH technical advisor to the IHS Designated Agency Safety and Health Official. Advise the Director and the Chief Medical Officer on matters pertaining to worker and environment-related patient safety. Gather and analyze data from national injury databases and prepare recurring agency level OSH reports for submission. HelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentSelectee may be subject to a probationary/trial period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period US Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.QualificationsTo qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (eg, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (eg, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): -data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0600/general-health-scienceseries- 0601/ In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Providing Institutional Environmental Health technical support to many levels of a complex agency; providing authoritative guidance and assistance on codes/standards interpretation on institutional environmental health issues; ensuring all levels of a complex Federal organization are abreast of new rules, regulations, and laws affecting safety management, industrial hygiene, radiation protection, infection control, and environmental management systems; preparing technical guidance documents, reports, position papers, and white papers to communicate critical institutional environmental health information; and determining program goals and objectives for a national IHS institutional environmental health program. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: In addition to the qualification requirements, to be rated basically qualified for the position, applicant must have a current unrestricted professional registration as an Environmental Health Specialist through the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) is a State, District of Columbia, Guam, or Territory of the United States. -Or Credentialing as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) through the Board for Global Environmental Health Services Credentialing (BGC). -Or Credentialing as a Safety Professional (CSP) through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP). Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. EducationThis position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the US Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit -visitus-forrecog.html.Additional informationThis position is eligible for workplace flexibilities which may include remote work or telework options, and/or flexible work scheduling. These flexibilities may be requested in accordance with the HHS Workplace Flexibilities policy. https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/asa/ohr/hr-library/990-1/index.html. The locality rate of pay will vary based on telework site and/or designated duty station location identified for workplace flexibility. Additional selection(s) of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued for this announcement. Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit. Relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a 6 month service agreement will be required. You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses to Rockville, MD, in accordance with agency policy.Relocation expenses are not applicable to remote work flexibilities. This position meets the criteria specified in pillar number one of the five pillars of the PHS Commissioned Corps. PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps MUST apply online under the merit promotion announcement indicated above in order to receive consideration. For more information on PHS Commissioned Corps, visit the website at: https://www.usphs.gov/.Read moreHelpA career with the US 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.Review our benefitsEligibility 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 EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS. To determine if you are qualified for this position, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against the qualifications as defined in the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement and your responses to the assessment questions. You will be further evaluated/rated based on the information provided in your resume (your resume must state specific duties that relate to this position) and your responses to the assessment questions to determine your competency in the following.Decision MakingOral CommunicationTechnical CompetenceWriting You will receive a numeric rating based on your responses to the assessment questionnaires. If after reviewing your resume and responses to the assessment questions, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration. The following links below provide information on how you may be eligible for various hiring authorities. If you are a Veteran, qualified CTAP and ICTAP eligible, or an individual with a disability, please refer to the following links below for additional guidance. CTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a "well qualified" rating of 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP and ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Workforce Restructuring Career Transition website at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. CTAP/ICTAP documentation requirements are listed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. Veterans, ie (VEOA, VRA, and 30% or more disabled) - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) - https://www.ihs.gov/jobs/support-documents/Interagency Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/Schedule A Appointments for the Disabled - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/hiring/ Click here to view vacancy questions: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11659475. All documents above MUST be received by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of, 09/30/2022, to be considered.HelpA career with the US 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.Review our benefitsEligibility 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.As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.Resume: You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number. Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and appointment claim(s), and position requirements: Indian Preference Applicants: If claiming Indian preference, applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432, "Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and IHS Only." Indian preference will not be given unless a properly signed and dated form is submitted with your application, including any verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA Official of tribal enrollment records. For detailed instructions, see form BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link: https://www.bia.gov/online-form/bia-4432-verification-indian-preference-employment-pdf. When an Indian Preference candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules regarding Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant must provide documentation in order to receive preference. Veterans Preference: If claiming Veteran's Preference provide a copy of your DD214 Form (Member 4 copy). To claim 10-Point Veterans Preference, submit a SF-15 Application () along with the appropriate supporting documentation. For additional information regarding Veterans Preference visit: Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below: -data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ctap_guideline.pdf. Current or former Federal employee: Include your most recent SF-50 or if Reinstatement eligible include your Career SF-50. Noncompetitive eligibles: Submit additional documents to prove your eligibility to apply to this vacancy. Transcripts: You are encouraged to submit copies of transcripts (official or unofficial) although not required at the time of application. You must list your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Official transcripts will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer. Certifications: Applicants should list their certifications on their resume, along with the expiration date, if applicable. Certification of licensure/certification will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer. Professional Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist or Registered Sanitarian Certification Credentialing as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) Certificate Credentialing in Safety Professional (CSP) Certificate You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date: 09/30/2022 Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained for three months and may be used at any time during this period. After 3 months, you must reapply to this announcement in order to be considered.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the US 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.