Duties

Duties at the developmental GS-11 level:

Input information in a variety of lines, circles, and many other drafting symbols necessary to complete even the smallest and uncomplicated drawings. Collects construction data and samples for testing and analysis. Knowledge of estimating costs, scheduling, trade coordination, and record keeping.

Reviews and continuously reviews standard designs for buildings/facilities. Reviews building codes and standards maintaining general knowledge and/or access to such documents. Reviews project milestones and budgets throughout the construction. Measures and monitors performance to assure commitments of all parties are being maintained. Reviews and analyzes cost reports to assure charges. Reviews project progress, measuring performance, to maintain agreed upon schedule and cost.

Working knowledge in the use and application of all formulas and computations used in the drafting trade.

Fully knowledgeable of the areas identified and suggest solutions to these problems whenever construction is slated in the various identified areas.

Reviews and analyzes a variety of reports to include construction progress reports and other evaluation reports that identify conditions or problems requiring attention. Participates in technical review of project plans and specifications to improve quality of project design, construction, and renovation. Must be knowledgeable in a variety of construction trades to recognize problems.

Monitors construction schedules and progress reports to assist in arriving at decisions and plans of action appropriate to MSHA. Advises the Engineering/Construction Branch Manager of actions or revisions needed. Propose revisions to guidance. Reviews specifications to properly define the needs of the type of work being performed or, in the absence of Federal specifications, suitable for the given need but which are not restricted to prospective bidders.

Prepares cost estimates for new projects. Estimates material involved and probable costs of projects for minor construction work and development projects. Makes up material lists from project drawings. This involves selection of suitable material and constant research to keep abreast of trends and developments in the construction trade.

Skill in written and oral communications sufficient to explain positions or information to vendors, contracting officer representatives, program personnel, and management officials

Good communication skills to be able to work closely with the Safety Department.

Capable of communicating, orally and in writing, reports and ideas in a concise, descriptive manner.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be at least 16 years.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Candidate required to obtain the necessary security/investigation level.
• Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain a Federal Acquisition Certification- Contracting Officer's Representative (FAC-COR) Level II certificate.
• Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password-protected documents.

  The following documents are required from ALL applicants (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY):

  • Resumes are required: provide a resume either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one from your computer and USAJOBS profile. To receive full consideration for relevant and specialized experience, please list the month, year, and number of work hours worked for the experience listed on your resume. We also suggest that you preview the vacancy questions, and confirm that your resume supports your question responses.
  • Proof of Eligibility: Academic transcript or other official documentation from the qualifying educational institution showing that you meet the eligibility requirements for a College Graduate appointment, as described in the "Qualifications and Education" section of this announcement. If you are claiming extended eligibility due to military service performed during the two-year period following graduation, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing the dates of such service. (For active duty service members expecting to be honorably discharged or released within 120 days, click Active Duty)
  • Proof of Qualifications: Academic transcripts sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, as described in this announcement, where you are seeking to qualify, at least in part, on the basis of your education. See "Qualifications and Education."

  The following documents are required if applicable:

  • Veterans' Preference Documents (if applicable): To be considered as a 5-point preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD-214 must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. To claim 10-point preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214; an Application for 10-point Veteran's Preference, SF15; and the proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. (For active-duty service members expecting to be honorably discharged or released within 120 days, click Active Duty) Without this documentation, you will not receive the veteran's preference. For more information, go to Feds Hire Vets - Veterans Preference
  • Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience but may be submitted.
  • Unofficial Transcript(s) (in English): If you are using education as a basis for qualifying for this position, you must submit all applicable academic transcripts demonstrating that you meet the qualifying educational requirements (ex. BA/BS, MA, JD, Ph.D., etc.). If specific coursework is required to qualify, you must supply an unofficial transcript from each academic institution in which the required courses were taken in order to receive credit. You may upload your unofficial transcript(s) as one document with a maximum size limit of 5 MB.

  NOTE: The OFFICIAL Transcript(s) MUST BE RECEIVED, if you are selected, and prior to receiving the firm offer with a start date.
  
  Reference the "Education Section" for College Transcript and Evaluation of Foreign Education.
  
  Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, including submission of the required documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section.

  Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents MUST be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (EDT) on the date the application limit was reached or the vacancy closing date, whichever occurs first, to receive consideration.
  
  Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
  
  SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to USAJOBS Help Center
  
  STEP 1 - Create a USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including your Resume and Saved Documents. Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.

  STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS)Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button. For questions about the vacancy, contact the Agency Contact at the bottom of the announcement. Click "Start Application" and proceed through the 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. In Step 5, click "Continue to Agency Site".

  STEP 3 - Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL) on the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account if you have not already, and click "APPLY TO THIS VACANCY". Continue through the 7 progress steps indicated by circles at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy-specific questions. The 4th progress step "Documents" is where you submit the required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy. If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.

  STEP 4 - On the "Review and Submit" step, click "Submit Application "The last "Confirmation" step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
  
  STEP 5 - Edit Application by returning to USAJOBS, clicking the vacancy then "Update Application."If the vacancy closes on the date the application limit is reached, applicants will no longer be able to edit their applications.

  NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

  Agency contact information

  Tracy Sakato

  Phone

  240-867-2007

  Email

  sakato.tracy.k@dol.gov

  Address

  Mine Safety and Health Administration
  200 Constitution Avenue NW
  Washington, DC 20210
  US

  Next steps

  Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days of the issuance date of the certificate.

  For instructions on how to check the status of your application, go to USAJOBS Help Guide.

  USAJOBS will no longer send status alert email notifications. You can check your application status in the TAS by logging into USAJOBS and in the Applicant Dashboard, click the hiring agency Talent Acquisition System (TAS). If the TAS does not provide application tracking information, contact the agency's point of contact on the job announcement.
  
  To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link, and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

This College Graduate announcement is open to applicants who received a bachelors or advanced degree within the previous two years (or within 60 days of the closing date of this announcement) or two years from the date of an individual's discharge or release from the uniformed services.