MATERIALS EXAMINER AND IDENTIFIER

Duties As a MATERIALS EXAMINER AND IDENTIFIER (HAZMAT) ,WG -6912-7, you will: * Identify, receive, sort, count, classify and handle hazardous materials in the USPFO storage areas. * Perform pre-receipt examination of property on site at the generation point and assures that the turn-in and shipping is in order, that the containers meet standards are placarded and marked properly. * Receive or reject materiel, equipment, including non-standard equipment, and complex assemblies for the facility based on their knowledge of products, equipment, and procedures as well as having the ability to determine subtle and inconspicuous defects. May be required to perform pre-receipt examination of property on site at the generation point. * Performs duties to provide storage and distribution, cataloging or supply identification systems, property utilization, or any other related supply activities including those associated with automated or manual supply accounting systems. * Develops, establishes and maintains work center training programs. * Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Areas of Consideration: * CAT 3: All New Jersey Army National Guard members of a specific agency. Security Clearance: May obtain within a year. Military Grades: E-1 to E-6 Selectee(s) must be within the military grade(s) listed in this job announcement prior to the effective date of placement into the technician position. (- Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade) Additional Employment Requirements: -Participation in direct deposit is mandatory -May be required to successfully complete a probationary period -Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation -Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Compatible Military Assignments Appointments may require the selected candidate to be assigned to a *military unit* compatible with the full-time Military Technician (Dual Status) position. *Military Unit* -- The unit by which the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee; or a unit that the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee to support. (Guidance established by NJ HRO-J1) Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE : Experience or training which demonstrates the ability to distinguish between closely related or similar items, ability to follow procedures, ability to sort materials by type, and skill in the use of hand tools. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Experience or training identifying and sorting a variety of complex materials and equipment. Experience receiving materials and equipment, recording, and placing items in proper storage areas. Experience preparing all items for shipment using appropriate agency instructions. Experience in mathematical equations. Experience interpreting and using Federal Supply Catalogs, military and manufacturing catalogs, and technical and agency manuals. Experience using and operating forklifts and motor vehicles. Education There are no education requirements for this vacancy announcement. However, Hazmat training will be required within one year. Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx ). Bonuses Military Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment. Telework The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval. NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour Selectee(s) must be within the military grade(s) listed in this job announcement prior to the effective date of placement into the technician position. (- Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade) IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED Security Clearance Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment. Military Grades: E-1 to E-6 Proof of military grade may be requested by the Human Resources Office prior to referral or interview. Officer- include ORB- AIM 2 - Officer Dashboard (army.mil) Army Enlisted include SRB- https://myerb.ahrs.army.mil/soldierLogin.do Air Enlisted include RIP- https://vmpf.us.af.mil/vMPFNet40/PersonalData/RecordReviewUpdate/Default.aspx Hiring an applicant who retired from Active Duty (includes AGR) for T5 NG Employee positions. In accordance with DOD Instruction 1402.01 (Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces), a retired member of an active duty component cannot be hired for civilian positions in the competitive and excepted service within 180 days of retirement without an approved TAG waiver packet. "Our agency supports the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) policies on labor relations, ensuring that all dual status T-32 technicians can engage with authorized union representation if they choose to do so." * Benefits Help 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 . Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc., Knowledge of Materials, and Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) * Benefits Help 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 . Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. * 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. 1. Your Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. Your full name, address, civilian email address and current telephone number must be on your resume. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DOCUMENT IN YOUR RESUME EVIDENCE THAT SUPPORTS YOUR ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION CLAIMS. To avoid plagiarism, DO NOT copy and paste the positions description or qualifications from this announcement into your resume. YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR PLAGIARISM Your resume must show relevant experience where you worked, job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr.), hours per week & salary. Incomplete resumes will result in the applicant not being considered for the position. Example: $65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010-July 2019 or January 2006-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications. If your resume does not contain this information, your application will be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position 2. Your most recent (non-award) Standard Form 50 (SF50). (if applicable) Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent SF 50 with their packet. The SF-50(s) must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time in grade 3. Proof of certification for all requisite certification requirements as outlined within this job opportunity announcement. (If applicable) 4. Supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims i.e., DD 214, SF-15, Medical Information, etc. (if applicable) If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference. - 10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the supporting documentation as required by the SF-15. - 5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character o