Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board Logo
Position Title
CHEMICAL ENGINEER (RECENT GRADUATE)
Agency
Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board
Announcement Number
CSB-23-PW-11978385NS Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, May 23, 2023 to Tuesday, June 20, 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? (limit characters)
2.

Career Transition Assistance Plan:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused  from the agency hiring for this position; and

  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; and
  • I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; and
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
(limit characters)
3.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

  • I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position; and
  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; and
  • I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; and
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
(limit characters)
4.

Pathways Recent Graduates:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

  • I am  a U.S. citizen;
  • I possess a qualifying associate's, bachelor's, master's professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution, within the previous 2 years.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
 
(limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
For items 1 and 2, please read the following statements carefully. Your response to the following questions will determine whether you will be eligible for this position or not. If you respond "No" to any question in this section, you will not be eligible for consideration for this position. (limit characters)
1. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information included in this questionnaire will be 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 provide may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.
(limit characters)
2. Are you willing to submit to an initial and periodic background investigation, including a fingerprint check and a credit check?
(limit characters)
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents. (NOTE: You must attach a copy of your transcripts. Failure to submit transcripts will result in an ineligible rating.) (limit characters)
3. Select the ONE response that best describes the education you possess that demonstrates you meet the Basic Educational Requirement for Chemical Engineer, GS-0893-7/9.
(limit characters)
4. Select the ONE response that best describes the education and/or experience you possess that demonstrates you meet the basic qualifications requirements for the Chemical Engineer, GS-0893-07 position. (limit characters)
5. Select the ONE response that best describes the education and/or experience you possess that demonstrates you meet the basic qualifications requirements for the Chemical Engineer, GS-0893-09 position. (limit characters)
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Select only one letter for each item. Failure to support your answer to this questionnaire in your resume may result in a lowered score or loss of consideration. (limit characters)
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
6. Meets with individuals to assist in the investigation of chemical incidents to ensure information obtained is accurate. (limit characters)
7. Explains basic technical and analytical investigative facts to senior staff. (limit characters)
8. Prepares correspondence, documents, and reports to assist with determining cause of incident. (limit characters)
9. Ensures that internal inquiries are responded to timely. (limit characters)