Safety Technician

Performs routine inspections and investigative work in monitoring occupational safety and health laws. Investigates and reports on unsafe mechanical and physical conditions and work practices evolving from carelessness or negligence that may involve injury to persons or damage to property or both. Inspects and evaluates safety issues that may arise throughout the organization. Assists senior MWR managers and/or the CFAY Safety Office with planning, organizing, executing, documenting, and analyzing surveys of areas of assigned responsibility. Investigates alleged hazardous conditions, practices, etc., to identify hazards and possible means of elimination. Monitors the MWR safety program by coordinating with the MWR management team and other personnel responsible for the operation and conduct of the programs. Conducts surveys of MWR facilities and programs. Documents and prepares appropriate survey forms and reports. Conducts follow-up surveys as required. Assists senior Safety Specialists from the CFAY Safety Office in conducting surveys and evaluations of low-medium hazard installation activities, i.e., administrative operations and facilities, logistic and storage facilities, playgrounds, recreational and community facilities, etc. Initiates and monitors work-order submissions, progress, and completion for assigned areas. Provides general support to other areas of the MWR Department safety program. Suggests plans, procedures, or equipment to improve safety conditions. In conjunction with MWR facility and program managers, initiates work orders and other facilities paperwork to repair or mitigate facility-related deficiencies. Manages the administrative functions of the MWR safety program. Assists MWR management team in the timely and proper submission of required reports and MISHAP documentation. Serves a major role in the CYP program as the Playground Safety Inspector to inspect and certify the N92 and N96 playgrounds. Conducts two annual inspections, Comprehensive Safety Inspection and the Multi-discipline Team Inspection (MDTI) with the Fire Department and PREVMED of CYP facilities CDC, SAC, Teen Center and CDH. Assists supervisors and managers with correspondence, message, narrative and tabular reports, studies, and other similar material; verifies accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar and composition of documents in draft or final form. Develops promotional material and techniques for accident prevention. Prepares plans and programs to solicit participation and cooperation by all officials and employees in the program. May compose written articles of specific subjects and various kinds of publicity material for distribution. Will serve as the Point of Contact for the MWR N92 and CYP N96 Hazmat Portal Program Assists in enrolling personnel in the HAZMAT systems and establishing Authorized Users Lists (AUL) in all programs Responsible for MWR N92 and CYP N96 Hazardous Materials Management Recommends and assists supported activities with developing and improving their safety-training program. Makes necessary coordination of classes, including classroom space, schedule time, identifying people needing the training, equipment. Researches and assembles background reference material for training use. Holds periodic (as necessary) training on proper reporting, documentation and following up on mishaps, safety discrepancies, etc. Researches technical and non-technical areas and assists in the composition of safety alerts for publication distribution. Compiles statistical data on all accidents/injuries/illnesses for the installation. Maintains recordable accident reports to include maintaining a log. Analyzes accident and injury reports, studying data to determine trends and mishap causes. Maintains the Administrative Access Holder for the Safety RMI program. Require the employee to review, enter and maintains data of all mishaps throughout MWR N92 and CYP N96 in the RMI online program. Investigates deficiencies or accidents, helps determine causal factors, identifies ways of preventing recurrences, and provides draft reports to senior managers and CFAY Safety Office staff. Serves as a MWR representative member of various Command Safety committees and working groups. Participates in and acts as a safety technical consultant to various safety committees in the supporting organization elements being serviced. Serves as the Primary POC between MWR N92 and CYP N96 to PREVMED and Occupational Health and Safety at USNH Yokosuka. Accompanies CFAY Safety Team on their annual inspections of all CYP and MWR Facilities required to conduct initial certification and recertification inspections of Family Child Care homes (FCC) with the Fire Department and PREVMED. Serves as a member of the FCC quality review board, which determines initial and maintained certifications. Performs other Safety associated duties as assigned.

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. - Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications: One (1) year of specialized experience in the lower grade (GS-5/6) or NF-2 level acquiring the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position. OR 3 years of progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work experience acquiring the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position. - Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for: Experience in safety administration in a Department of the Navy agency Experience in Office procedures and Customer Service Knowledge of Safety Inspection, federal regulations, laws, policies Training experience

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. Non-US Citizen or Non-US Bona Fide Resident Alien (Non-Green Card Holder) applicants who are SOFA sponsored must provide a completed police record check with at least seven (7) years of history from the embassy/consulate of their country of citizenship upon receipt of a formal job offer. All candidates must reside within the commuting area. Employees (and their family members) who require medical or dental care in Japan may experience severe limitations accessing medical care both on the military installation and the local economy and also could incur costly medical expenses. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.

***Resumes must be limited to two pages**** To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (two page maximum resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.

The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume limited to two pages If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation. Proof of SOFA Status: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) If claiming Military or Family Member Preference: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) AND a copy of marriage certificate If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.). If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50. If required under "Qualifications Required" or "How you will be evaluated": provide proof of Education such as high school diploma/GED, clinical licensure, awarded/ conferred academic degree transcript(s) and/or *related coursework transcript(s) relevant to the position. If you are an Enlisted Active Duty Member: provide an approval letter from your command/special Request Chit (This line is for flex positions only) Note: Applications missing any required document(s) will not be eligible for consideration.