Mine Safety and Health Assistant (OA)

SummaryThis position is located in the Department of Labor (DOL), Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), Enforcement Division, Vacaville District, Boise Field Office. This position provides program and administrative support, as well as liaison duties in direct support of the supervisor and a cadre of Mine Safety and Health Inspectors.This position is inside the bargaining unit.Overview

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Open & closing dates04/12/2024 to 04/26/2024Salary$44,117 – $57,354 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 6Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—Eligibility is determined by management based on position duties during the recruitment process. Employee participation in telework on a routine or situational basis is determined by management primarily based on business needs. Employees participating in telework are subject to the terms and conditions of the Department of Labor’s Telework Program.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position to perform the duties of this position, or for meetings, conferences and/or training.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent –Work scheduleFull-time –ServiceCompetitivePromotion potential6 – This position is at the Full-Performance Level (FPL).Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processAnnouncement numberDE-24-DAL-MSHA-12382060-WMEControl number786398900This job is open toClarification from the agencyOpen to U.S. citizens and ICTAP/CTAP eligibles within the local commuting area. Also advertised as job #MS-24-DAL-MSHA-12382061-WME for status applicants, Veterans (VEOA eligibles); Military Spouses; Individuals with Disabilities; Land & Base Management eligibles; OPM Interchange Agreement eligibles; and CTAP/ICTAP eligibles within the local commuting area. To be considered for each vacancy, apply to BOTH jobs.VideosDuties

• Makes travel arrangements for employees of the work unit. Provides itinerary, secures travel and hotel reservations, and prepares travel vouchers upon completion of travel.
• Performs a variety of administrative functions, such as: posts and maintains time and attendance records, prepares personnel documents, prepares requisitions and distributes supplies, prepares mileage reports, tracks awards, etc.
• Maintains records systems for the work unit in support of Division operations. Tracks citations and orders for assessment purposes to ensure submission to the District Office within established time frames.
• Receives calls and visitors. Ascertains the nature of the call/visit and determines those which she or he can personally handle or referring others to the appropriate staff.
• Researches, gathers and assembles information for use by field office staff in special projects, evaluations, conferences, meetings and FOIA requests.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
• Candidate required to obtain the necessary security/investigation level.

QualificationsTo qualify for this position, your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the specialized experience requirements as defined below. If qualifying based on experience, be sure these types of examples are evident in your resume.Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-05 in the Federal Service.Specialized experience must include at least two of the following:

• Review or proofread documents for conformance, format, or grammatical accuracy.
• Maintain and/or create records and files.
• Prepare documents, correspondence or reports using computer software programs.
• Communicate with customers through a variety of contact methods, e.g., email, telephone, in-person, web form inquiries.
• Assist with office support tasks such as maintaining a calendar and scheduling appointments, coordinating travel, or managing time and attendance.
• Assist with coordinating meetings, trainings, or seminars.

Specialized Experience is the experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s) to perform the duties of the position successfully, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.Selective Factor: Proficiency Requirement – In addition to meeting experience requirements, applicants must have a typing proficiency of 40 words per minute typing speed. Applicants must have a certificate of proficiency from an organization authorized to issue such certificates or self-certify proficiency.EducationThere is no education substitution at the GS-06 level.Additional informationApplicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the Required Documents section for additional requirements.This position is inside the bargaining unit. If the duty location is within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the position will be included in the Local 12, AFGE bargaining unit. If the duty location is outside the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the position will be included in the NCFLL bargaining unit.All MSHA employees and their spouses, and minor children are prohibited by regulation from having any interest, direct or indirect, in any mine or mining company that may be directly affected by the work of MSHA through its investigations, technical research, or other activities. These interests are prohibited under the Department of Labor’s Supplemental Standards of Ethical Conduct Regulations at 5 CFR 5201.105. Certain MSHA employees are required to file a financial disclosure report. For questions, please contact Tracy Sakato at [email protected] or 240-867-2007.The mission of the Department of Labor (DOL) is to protect the welfare of workers and job seekers, improve working conditions, expand high-quality employment opportunities, and assure work-related benefits and rights for all workers. As such, the Department is committed to fostering a workplace and workforce that promote equal employment opportunity, reflects the diversity of the people we seek to serve, and models a culture of respect, equity, inclusion, and accessibility where every employee feels heard, supported, and empowered.Refer to these links for more information: , , ,As a condition of employment, all personnel must undergo a background investigation for access to DOL facilities, systems, information and/or classified materials before they can enter on duty:Based on agency needs, additional positions may be filled using this vacancy.The Department of Labor may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government to attract highly qualified candidates. .The Fair Chance Act (FCA) prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant’s criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOL employee has violated your rights under the FCA, you may file a complaint of the alleged violation following our agency’s complaint process .Note: The FCA does not apply to some positions specified under the Act, such as law enforcement or national security positions.

• 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. .

Job title: Mine Safety and Health Assistant (OA)

Company: Federal government of the United States

Expected salary: $44117 – 57354 per year

Location: Boise, ID

Job date: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 06:31:04 GMT