Job Title: Consumer Safety Officer, GS-0696-09/11
- El Paso County,
TX
Department: Department Of Health And Human Services
Agency: Food and Drug Administration
Job Announcement Number: HHS-FDA-ORA-DE-11-488146
JOB SUMMARY:
Duties
Additional
Duty Location Info:
Few vacancies - Oklahoma City,
OK; Few vacancies - Tulsa, OK; Few vacancies - Dallas, TX; Few
vacancies - El Paso County, TX; Few vacancies - Ft. Worth, TX; Few
vacancies - Houston, TX; Few vacancies - San Antonio, TX; Few
vacancies - Austin, TX The incumbent
will conduct inspections and investigations of facilities where only limited
guidance documents are available; proposed or new regulations must be used to
evaluate the industry; or the inspection or investigation may result in
considerable attention and review in the media, Congress, or other forces
inside or outside the Agency. Inspections cover all the types of
products and problems within the area of assigned responsibility.
Investigates and evaluates the adequacy of complex manufacturing practices to
determine compliance with GMP regulations. Investigations involves complaints of injury or death
attributable to products regulated by the FDA. Investigations of
injuries require special coordination and a high degree of insight and
knowledge. Plans and decides how the investigation should proceed, when
the investigation is complete, and what reporting is required. Analyzes
results, decides when an investigation is complete or what additional work
may be required. Qualifications and
Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Basic Requirements:
1.
Degree: that included at least 30 semester hours in one or a
combination of the following: biological sciences, chemistry, pharmacy,
physical sciences, food technology, nutrition, medical science, engineering,
epidemiology, veterinary medical science, or related scientific fields that
provided knowledge directly related to consumer safety officer work. The 30
semester hours can include up to 8 semester hours in statistics, or course
work that included the principles, theory, or practical application of computers
or computer programming. OR 2.
Combination of education and experience -- courses consisting
of at least 30 semester hours in the fields of study described in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional
education. Additional
requirements for the GS-09: Applicants
must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade
level in the Federal service, gathering and performing standard analyses of
scientific data and preparing reports on scientific/technical study findings. Additional
requirement for the GS-11: Applicants
must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade
level in the Federal service, gathering and performing standard analyses of
scientific data; reviewing and evaluating scientific data for efficacy and
safety; and preparing reports on scientific/technical study findings. Foreign Education: If you are using
education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the
qualification requirements, you must show that 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/. Conditions of
Employment: 1. Security and
Background Requirements: If not previously completed, a background
security investigation will be required for all appointees.
Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a
background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to
successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel
action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or
supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are
also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.
False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection
and/or appropriate disciplinary action. 2. E-Verify: If
you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for
purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9
will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law
requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of
all new hires, and as a condition of continued
employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any
discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services is an E-Verify Participant. 3. Direct Deposit: All
Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct
deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. 4. All qualification
requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. 5. Financial
disclosure statement may be required. Certain positions within FDA are
subject to restrictions on financial holdings specifically FDA regulated
financial holdings. This position could be subject to these
restrictions. During the application and interview process, and prior
to accepting this position, we advise applicants to seek additional
information from the FDA Ethics Office at (301) 827-5511. 6. One-year
probationary period may be required. 7. Moving
expenses authorized: May
be 8. Bargaining Unit
Position: Yes 9. Drug Screening
Required: No 10.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentuive authorized: No
HOW YOU
WILL BE EVALUATED:
Once the
application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting
documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the
assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this
job. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a
determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or
experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow
all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your
eligibility. Category rating procedures will be used to rate and rank
candidates. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your
background matches the competencies required for this position. Qualified candidates
will be ranked into one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified
or Qualified. The Category
Rating Process does not add veterans’ preference points but protects the
rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements
and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10
percent must be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of
scientific or professional positions at the GS-9 level or higher). 1. Knowledge of the Food,
Drug and Cosmetic Act and related laws and regulations. 2. Knowledge
of investigative methods and negotiating techniques. 3. Ability to
communicate in writing. 4. Ability to communicate orally. Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
The
Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore the major
benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.usajobs.gov/ei/benefits.asp#icc.
OTHER
INFORMATION:
If you are a veteran
with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans'
preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of
eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also
submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference"
plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans’
preference see http://www.usajobs.gov/veterans.asp. Males born after
December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov). For information on
"People with Disabilities" please visit http://opm.gov/disability/PeopleWithDisabilities.asp Interagency Career
Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):
For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible see http://opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap. To be well-qualified and exercise selection
priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated
at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position. How
To Apply
HOW TO
APPLY:
To begin the process, click the Apply
Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS
account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please
ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the
process. Note: To return to a
previously Saved or Incomplete application you may use the following link: https://applicationmanager.gov/. To fax supporting documents you are unable to
upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following
Vacancy ID 488146. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144. If you cannot apply online:
The following
documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this
announcement: 1. Your Resume' For Resume' and
Application Tips visit: http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/resumeandapplicationtips.asp#icc
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTS:
To apply for this position, you must
provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Résumé 2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire 3. Other supporting documents: - Veterans Preference Documentation
(DD214/VA Letter), if applicable The complete Application
Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, July 05, 2011.
AGENCY
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