- Position Title
- Mechanical Engineer
- Agency
- Indian Health Service
- Announcement Number
- IHS-23-PI-11681698-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, May 10, 2023 to Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
3.
Are you an American Indian/Alaska Native who is enrolled in a federally recognized tribe as defined by the Secretary of Interior? The Indian Health Service gives qualified American Indian/Alaska Natives preference when filling vacancies in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472), with approved exceptions.
If eligible, submit a copy of your Bureau of Indian Affairs Form 4432, "Verification of Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service," that has been completed by authorized tribal or BIA Officials. For more information, review the IHS Indian Preference guidelines: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/permanentDocs/indianpreference.pdf.
If eligible, submit a copy of your Bureau of Indian Affairs Form 4432, "Verification of Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service," that has been completed by authorized tribal or BIA Officials. For more information, review the IHS Indian Preference guidelines: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/permanentDocs/indianpreference.pdf.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
Preferences
1.
This position is covered by Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act (25 United States Code Chapter 34) requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this law, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been arrested for or charged with certain crimes involving a child. Responding yes to this question can make you ineligible for employment in this position. You will be contacted if additional information is required. Have you ever been arrested for or charged with a crime involving a child?
2.
This position is covered by Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act (25 United States Code Chapter 34) requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this law, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes against persons or offenses committed against children. Responding yes to this question makes you ineligible for employment in this position. You will be contacted if additional information is required. Have you ever been found guilty of, or entered a plea of nolo contendere (no contest) or guilty to, any felonious offense, or any two or more misdemeanor offenses under federal, state, or tribal law involving crimes of violence; sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact or prostitution; or crimes against persons; or offenses committed against children?
3.
I certify that (1) my responses to questions one and two are made under penalty of perjury, which is punishable by fine under title 18 of the United States Code, or imprisonment of not more than five years, or both; and (2) I have received notice that a criminal check will be conducted. I understand my right to obtain a copy of any criminal history report made available to the Indian Health Service and my right to challenge the accuracy and completeness of any information contained in the report.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this Mechanical Engineering position with the Indian Health Service. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire. SECTION I. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND FACTORS.
1.
Basic Requirements
In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements for a professional engineer. Select the response that most closely and accurately describes your background and demonstrates how you meet the education, training and/or experience requirements.
In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements for a professional engineer. Select the response that most closely and accurately describes your background and demonstrates how you meet the education, training and/or experience requirements.
2.
Minimum Qualification, GS-0830-12
In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements for this series, select one response below that best describes your experience and demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-12 level.
In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements for this series, select one response below that best describes your experience and demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-12 level.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
Selective Placement Factor
Do you possess a current Contracting Officer Representative (COR) Level II certification (FAC-COR) from Federal Acquisition Certification for Contracting Officer's Representatives (FAC-COR) program? (Applicants who do not meet the selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration.)
Do you possess a current Contracting Officer Representative (COR) Level II certification (FAC-COR) from Federal Acquisition Certification for Contracting Officer's Representatives (FAC-COR) program? (Applicants who do not meet the selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration.)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Prepare statements of work used as a basis for contractual agreements.
5.
Inspect contractor deliverables (i.e. in place construction, reports, test results, etc.) to determine compliance with contract requirements.
6.
Prepare cost estimates to support contract negotiations and contract award determinations.
7.
Review architectural and engineering drawings to determine if they meet owner requirements.
8.
Evaluate contractor pay requests to determine if they are fair and reasonable.
9.
Prepare engineering drawings to communicate technical requirements to those completing the work.
10.
Evaluate alternative approaches to solving a problem.
11.
Specify equipment and products to provide a complete and functional system.
12.
Evaluate facility mechanical systems to identify and document deficiencies.
13.
Determine HVAC capacity requirements to assure facility occupant comfort.
14.
Optimize operation of HVAC systems to maximize energy efficiency.
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Apply mechanical engineering knowledge to improve facility operations.
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Apply knowledge of mechanical engineering codes to assure facility compliance.
17.
Manage tasks and activities to an established schedule to achieve timely outcomes.
18.
Seek and receive input from project stakeholders to identify project requirements.
19.
Prepare project status reports to keep stakeholders informed of progress.
20.
Apply lessons learned to improve future projects.
21.
Establishes work plan to assure assignments are prioritized and completed on schedule.
22.
Identifies training needs to support completion of work assignments.
23.
Seeks clarification on work assignments when progress is stalled.
24.
Takes responsibility for timely and quality completion of assignments.
25.
Organizes written information in a logical and concise manner to provide clarity.
26.
Modifies language in written messages as needed to communicate with different audiences.
27.
Reviews and revises written documents to assure they are complete before sharing with others.
28.
Collect and organize data so that it is readily understood in written communications.
SECTION II. CERTIFICATION OF INFORMATION ACCURACY
As previously explained, your responses in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for disqualifying you or for dismissing you from employment following acceptance. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
29.
Certification of Information Accuracy
If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.
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.
If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.
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.