- Position Title
- Healthcare Engineer
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBTE-11625581-22-AJ Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, September 8, 2023 to Monday, September 25, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Resume Reminder- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Accuracy of Application Reminder:
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
Assessment 1
1.
Select the appropriate response to the questions below. (You will also need to meet the specialized experience requirement in order to qualify.)
For a description of these requirements, you may wish to consult the vacancy announcement or the Individual Occupational Requirements for All Professional Engineering Positions found at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedulequalification-standards/0800/all-professionalengineering-positions-0800/ (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classificationqualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/all-professionalengineering-positions-0800/)
Basic Requirement for GS-801 Series: Qualified applicants must have one of the following Basic Requirements.
Select the one that best describes your Basic Requirement. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official) with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
For a description of these requirements, you may wish to consult the vacancy announcement or the Individual Occupational Requirements for All Professional Engineering Positions found at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedulequalification-standards/0800/all-professionalengineering-positions-0800/ (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classificationqualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/all-professionalengineering-positions-0800/)
Basic Requirement for GS-801 Series: Qualified applicants must have one of the following Basic Requirements.
Select the one that best describes your Basic Requirement. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official) with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
To qualify at the GS-11 grade level:
Do you possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-09) grade level? Specialized experience is defined as experience in or directly related to the 0801 series occupational series in the federal government.
OR
Do you possess a combination of education and experience?
NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates AND hours worked per week. A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Do you possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-09) grade level? Specialized experience is defined as experience in or directly related to the 0801 series occupational series in the federal government.
OR
Do you possess a combination of education and experience?
NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates AND hours worked per week. A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
3.
To qualify at the GS-12 grade level: Do you possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-11) grade level?
Specialized experience is defined as, but no limited to: professional engineering experience required is defined as non-routine engineering work that required and was characterized by (1) professional knowledge of engineering; (2) professional ability to apply such knowledge to engineering problems; and (3) positive and continuing development of professional knowledge and ability. Such engineering experience would include a working knowledge of engineering, construction, cost estimating, project management on highly complex projects; demonstrated ability reading, preparing, and interpreting architectural, structural, civil, industrial hygiene, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical plans and drawings; experience successfully running an engineering construction project from conception to completion; experience working on design teams, using flow diagrams, conceptual layouts, and construction estimation; and experience in the use of computerized drafting, equipment, and fullsize drawing production/reproduction, such as the latest in AutoCAD.
NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates AND hours worked per week. A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Specialized experience is defined as, but no limited to: professional engineering experience required is defined as non-routine engineering work that required and was characterized by (1) professional knowledge of engineering; (2) professional ability to apply such knowledge to engineering problems; and (3) positive and continuing development of professional knowledge and ability. Such engineering experience would include a working knowledge of engineering, construction, cost estimating, project management on highly complex projects; demonstrated ability reading, preparing, and interpreting architectural, structural, civil, industrial hygiene, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical plans and drawings; experience successfully running an engineering construction project from conception to completion; experience working on design teams, using flow diagrams, conceptual layouts, and construction estimation; and experience in the use of computerized drafting, equipment, and fullsize drawing production/reproduction, such as the latest in AutoCAD.
NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates AND hours worked per week. A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - In addition to meeting the experience requirements for grade 11, must be able to fully demonstrate the following KSAs.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
Knowledge of either mechanical, electrical, structural, civil or other engineering/architectural principles, practices and their applications in the healthcare environment.
5.
Knowledge of basic project management principles as applied to the healthcare setting.
6.
Ability to apply healthcare engineering related standards, codes, policies and regulations, inclusive of, state and local codes
7.
Ability to communicate effective orally and in writing with internal and external customers with tact and diplomacy.
8.
Ability to develop material for clinical or administrative staff that addresses the principles and application of engineering technology and/or theory used in healthcare.
9.
Skill to researching and analyzing information, conditions, human factors and projections to make sound engineering and business recommendations and decisions to proactively identify problems and develop innovative solutions within the context of applicable rules, regulations and procedures.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - In addition to meeting the experience requirements for GS 12 must also fully demonstrate the KSA's below
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
10.
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, structural, civil and other engineering/architectural principles, practices and their applications in the healthcare environment.
11.
Knowledge of healthcare industry standards and related regulatory agency (i.e., TJC, OSHA, NFPA, etc.) regulations, requirements, guides, policies, procedures, directives and general medical program requirements as they relate to healthcare engineering.
12.
Knowledge of construction standards, methods, practices and techniques, materials and equipment to determine compliance with regulations and standards.
13.
Ability to plan and execute complex, multi-faceted projects and inspections while prioritizing resources against approved scopes of work, contract documents and budgets.
14.
Ability to organize and lead multi-disciplinary task forces with members from different departments and divisions, as well as design and construction firms.
15.
Please note, if you do not answer this question, it will result in not being considered for this position.
Select Yes or No to the statement below.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
INSTRUCTIONS: Veteran's Preference Documentation Reminder - In order to receive appropriate preference consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for veteran's preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference along with the required documentation listed on the SF-15 form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
INSTRUCTIONS: RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
INSTRUCTIONS: Transcript Reminder - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.
Select Yes or No to the statement below.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
INSTRUCTIONS: Veteran's Preference Documentation Reminder - In order to receive appropriate preference consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for veteran's preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference along with the required documentation listed on the SF-15 form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
INSTRUCTIONS: RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
INSTRUCTIONS: Transcript Reminder - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.