This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. GS-11: $73,572 - $95,641 GS-09: $60,808 - $79,050 GS-07: $49,713 - $64,628

Duties

You will serve as a SHIPBUILDING SPECIALIST in the WATERFRONT DEPARTMENT (CODE 300) of the MID-ATLANTIC REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CENTER (MARMC) located at NORFOLK STATION NORFOLK, in NORFOLK, VA. You will review and evaluate contractor's condition reports and recommendations for additional work and provide rationale for approval or disapproval. You will develop, review, and negotiate modifications to original specifications, new work specifications for work to be accomplished by the contractor, and provide detailed cost estimates. You will ensure work performed by the contractor to be in compliance to applicable plans, specifications, and all contractual requirements. You will assist in the administration of the safety and fire prevention and environmental protection programs.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• This is a bargaining unit position.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final Secret security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators, and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport.

Qualifications

GS-11: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience applying an extensive knowledge of shipbuilding methods, practices, techniques and management control systems and their application to the construction, overhaul, or repair and testing of Navy or commercial surface ships or auxiliary and small craft is required. Experience applying an extensive knowledge of quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure the government standards are adhered to. Experience applying an extensive knowledge of haul structure and outfitting including marine machinery, piping, electrical, electronic, and combat systems are desired. Experience applying an extensive knowledge in negotiating techniques to acquire services at a fair and reasonable cost to the government. GS-09: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge of shipbuilding methods, practices, techniques and management control systems and their application to the construction, overhaul, or repair and testing of Navy or commercial surface ships or auxiliary and small craft is required. Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge of haul structure and outfitting including marine machinery, piping, electrical, electronic, and combat systems are desired. Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge in technical writing skills to develop detailed reports, recommendations, contract modifications and correspondence. Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge of computers and computer applications within MARMC for the purpose of time efficiency and effective data maintenance. GS-07: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience applying knowledge of shipbuilding methods, practices, techniques and management control systems and their application to the construction, overhaul, or repair and testing of Navy or commercial surface ships or auxiliary and small craft is required. Experience applying a basic knowledge in negotiating techniques to acquire services at a fair and reasonable cost to the government. Experience applying knowledge of computers and computer applications within MARMC for the purpose of time efficiency and effective data maintenance. Experience reading and understanding blueprints and specifications. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: General Schedule Qualification Standards (opm.gov) Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Education

Applicants may substitute the following education for the required experience, provided it demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to do the work of the position:

GS-11:
Successful completion Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
OR
Successful completion 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree.
OR
Possession of an LL.M. that is related to the position being filled.
https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/
OR
A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience.

GS-09:
Successful completion of a master's or equivalent graduate degree.
OR
Successful completion of 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree.
OR
Possession of an LL.B. or J.D. that is related to this position being filled.
https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/
OR
A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience.

GS-07:
Successful completion of one year of graduate-level education.
OR
Superior academic achievement.
OR
A combination of experience and education as described above that equates to one year of experience.

NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for all grade levels for which both education and experience are acceptable.

If you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned) in your resume. IF CLAIMING EDUCATION, FAILURE TO SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS/ITEMIZED LISTWILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING.
See OPM's General Policies for information on crediting education.

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the qualification requirements if the applicant can provide documentation indicating that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide such evidence when applying for further information, visit:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address MID ATLANTIC REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CTR Workforce Development Office Norfolk, VA 23504 US
• Name: Victor Rivera
• Email: [email protected]