Hybrid Deck Operations Supervisor (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees) bei Department of Transportation

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Duties

The Deck Operations Supervisor: Provides technical and advisory services for the operation and maintenance of various trades at the Reserve Fleet, and on a day-to-day, project-by-project basis, plans, implements, and directs the use of personnel involved in those trades. Assigns and explains work requirements, sets deadlines, provides technical guidance, investigates and resolves productivity issues, observes work progress to address problems, and when necessary, reassigns personnel and coordinates group activities. Supports and explains fleet programs, plans and monitors employee leave schedules, ensures compliance with fleet leave policies, and counsels employees on proper leave usage while enforcing regulations. The ideal candidate must display a high degree of leadership, reliability, and competence and must possess a superior knowledge of shipboard steam and diesel propulsion plants, associated systems, and auxiliary machinery.

Requirements

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only. DRUG TEST: This position has been determined to be a critical safety/security position as defined in the Department of Transportation (DOT) Order, DOT 3910.1D entitled "Drug and Alcohol-Free Departmental Workplace." Therefore, if selected for the position you will be required to submit to a pre-employment/pre-appointment drug test, you will also be subject to Random Drug Testing. SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period (unless already completed). PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).

Qualifications

Qualifications for the position are based on the training, experience, or other requirements that determine which applicants would be able to perform satisfactorily in the position to be filled. To qualify for the WS-12, your experience should include experience equal or equivalent to the following: Ability to oversee the movement of ships, watercraft, and manpower required, including coverage for emergency conditions. Ability to inspect and assess mooring arrangements for berthed ships, directing subordinates in corrective action, and coordinating its management. Ability to interpret and apply navigation rules and navigation aids in charting the movement of ships and watercraft. Your application will also be rated on the following job elements: Ability To Lead Or Supervise (Screen-out Element) Work Practices Reliability and Dependability as a Deck Operations Supervisor Operation of Motor Vehicles 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. If you do not meet the minimum levels in the ability to do the work OR if you do not meet the minimum level overall, you will be disqualified.

Other Information

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, [email protected]. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.