Environmental Protection Specialist at Fort Riley

JOB SUMMARY:

Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.

About the Position:
Fort Riley is home to the Armys First Infantry Division (Big Red One), and serves as a modern force projection platform for mobilization and training. Located in the eastern portion of Kansas between two large lakes, outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, swimming, camping, and boating. A state University is located minutes away from post, providing abundant athletic, educational, and cultural opportunities. For more information visit our website: http://www.riley.army.mil/

 

This position is located at Directorate of Public Works, Environmental Division, Pollution Prevention and Cleanup Branch.

 

 

Who May Apply:

 

·  Current IMCOM Appropriated Fund Civilian Employees within the local commuting area

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Physical exam is required.

DUTIES:Back to top

• Accepts materials and wastes from customers andfills out proper paperwork, issues useable materials to customers whileproviding exceptional customer service. 
• Packs and/or consolidates materials and waste for proper disposal IAWState and Federal regulations. 
•  Supportsthe Hazardous Material Management Program (HMMP) by performing bar-codescanning of hazardous materials received, reissued and/or disposed of. 
• Inputs hazardous material/waste receipt anddisposal data into databases that provide the status of all materials andwastes accepted and stored at the HMPC. 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.  Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

 

Experience required: Toqualify, applicants with current or prior permanent Federal Service mustpossess one year of specialized experienced at the GS-07 grade level (Specializedexperience is further defined as understanding of established principles,concepts, and methods of environmental protection and practical knowledge oflaws, regulations, policies and procedures related to environmental protection.)

 

Education Substitution: Master’s degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. or J.D., if related.

If subsituting education for experience, transcripts must be included in your application package.

 

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency (knowledge, skills, abilities) in the following areas:

Knowledgeof environmental protection rules, regulations and procedures.

Abilityto compile data and reports.

Abilityto collect samples and environmental data and monitor results. 

Ability to communicate orally and inwriting.

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. 

Master’s degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. or J.D., if related may be substituted for experience.  You must submit your transcripts.

 

 

Other Requirements: Click here for expanded definitions.

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is Required.
• Physical exam required.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

 

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies.  If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if:  1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans preference. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority.  Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form.  Information about ICTAP eligibility is on OPMs Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.

Country: USA, State: Kansas, City: Fort Riley, Company: Army Installation Management Command.