About the Position: This position falls under the leadership of the US Army Aberdeen Proving Ground Garrison Command Group but is being filled at the Blossom Point Research Facility (BPRF), with duty station near La Plata, Maryland. Position is TERM not to exceed 5 years. May be extended in 1 year increments up to 8 years and may be converted to a permanent position without further competition. Must meet requirements to conversion to permanent.

Duties

Serve as program manager and action officer responsible for establishing, maintaining and enforcing the Range Safety Program and Range Laser Safety Program by utilizing technical, analytical, advisory, consultative, and coordinating techniques. Review and certify risk assessments for all exercises, weapons live fire and unit operations. The majority of hazards are in the high and medium risk category. Perform a variety of duties such as writing and updating Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs), organizing customers test requests, validating and assembling safety certificates, and assisting with the range functions for safety purposes. Monitor the customers and programs for compliance with the statutory and regulatory elements of the agency Safety Program, including Hazard Communication and Hazardous Material. Supervise customers and guests while on the range pertaining to safety matters. Assure that the safety directions are followed and the ranges are opened and closed in a safe manner.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Term position scheduled to last 5 yrs. A term position may be extended to a maximum of 8 yrs depending upon the needs of management. There is potential for subsequent non-competitive conversion to a career-conditional or career appointment.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random drug testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• This position is subject to the provisions of the Lautenberg Amendment; persons convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic are not eligible for the position.
• Participation in accident investigation may involve extended work hours.
• Must participate in Agency munitions and explosives safety courses prior to entering the impact area.
• There is also potential for exposure to hazardous and/or toxic substances and environment during inspections of firing ranges and accident sites. The position may require the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience and/or education requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience is defined as work that involves (1) conducting inspections/site visits of ranges and/or special facilities for safety compliance; (2) participation in live range activities; AND (3) participation in program/project management activities (such as but not limited to program planning; budget projections; advisory/consultative services; etc.). This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the Federal service (GS-09). OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Business Administration or Business Management. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address AG-APF-W4QVAA US ARMY GARRISON ABERDEEN PRV GRND DO NOT MAIL Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk