Assistant Master Towboat

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for certain competitive positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: As an Assistant Master, XH-5784-14, the incumbent will work under the general supervision of the Master, who issues oral and written instructions pertaining to sailing orders and overall plans of operation, but is entirely responsible for the navigation of the vessel while underway. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Must possess a U.S. Coast Guard, Master of Steam and Motor Vessels, and 1600 Gross Ton and Master of Towing Vessels, Western Rivers License. This position requires a Supervisory Probationary period. This position requires a successful pre-employment physical and drug screen. This position is subject to random drug screening. This position requires the incumbent to work on an intermittent or unscheduled, on-call basis. Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment physical. This position meets the criteria for random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218. The duty location of this position is wherever the M/V William James is located. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Assistant Master Towboat without more than normal supervision which includes: 1) Operating a 3,000 or 4,300 hp twin screw diesel powered towboat over 130 feet in length; tow consisting of 25 to 30 major items of floating plant 2) Operating tenders in transporting personnel supplies, and equipment; making and breaking up tows, and performing channel operations 3) Conducting fire, lifeboat, man overboard drills, and safety inspections 4) Conducting preventative maintenance and inspections.-- Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort: Work generally involves light physical effort. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside the pilot house and requires little physical effort. Hazards encountered include falling on slippery decks, or climbing steep stairways, and possible drowning in case of accident. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information 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. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative. This position is covered by MMP Bargaining Unit. All qualification requirements must be met within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. This particular announcement will be utilizing Expedited Referral Process. Your resume will not be reviewed for qualifications until a selection is made. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. 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