- Position Title
- Environmental Health Specialist
- Agency
- Indian Health Service
- Announcement Number
- IHS-25-BJ-12666237-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, January 13, 2025 to Wednesday, December 31, 2025
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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 a recipient of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) Health Profession Scholarship authorized under Public Law 94-437?
If yes, confirm:
If yes, confirm:
- You have completed or will be completing the requirements of the approved health profession program within the established timeframe
- Meet all eligibility criteria
- Entitled to a one-time priority referral/selection to fulfill their obligation to provide public service
4.
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.
5.
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.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this Environmental Health Specialist 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.
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.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
Basic Requirement - General Medical and Healthcare Series
I have completed a Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree with a major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. Must submit transcripts.
I have completed a Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree with a major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. Must submit transcripts.
2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, GS-0601-11
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-11.
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-11.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
Selective Placement Factor
In addition to the minimum requirements, the following Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) is determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of a particular position. Applicants who do not meet a selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration.
Are you registered in one of the following areas: Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS)? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certificate(s).)
In addition to the minimum requirements, the following Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) is determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of a particular position. Applicants who do not meet a selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration.
Are you registered in one of the following areas: Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS)? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certificate(s).)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Interpret ordinances and regulations governing environmental sanitation.
5.
Manage interpersonal conflicts to a mutually acceptable resolution using diplomacy and tact.
6.
Work closely with individuals and groups to resolve problems, analyze alternatives, negotiate differences, and make improvements.
7.
Work with external organizations on environmental health issues to facilitate positive outcomes for local communities.
8.
Assist communities in injury prevention data analysis, selection, implementation, and evaluation of interventions.
9.
Consider data and relevant sources of information to prioritize strategies and initiatives.
10.
Establish performance goals and metrics, develop criteria for effectiveness, and evaluate the results.
11.
Conduct environmental health and safety surveys based on Tribal Codes in Tribal Facilities (restaurants, gaming facilities, industrial establishments, swimming pools, grocery stores, etc.) to minimize environmentally related health risks for community members and visitors.
12.
Conduct environmental health and safety surveys in Federal Facilities (hospitals, clinics, etc.) based on Federal or National codes to minimize environmentally related health risks for Federal employees and visitors.
13.
Interpret codes (i.e., National Fire Protection Association Life Safety Codes, Food and Drug Administration Food Codes) or laws (i.e., Food Safety Modernization Act, Fire or Life Safety Device Act) that reduce environmentally related illness and injury.
14.
Provide advice on environmental health matters to stakeholders (i.e., staff members or upper level management) to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
15.
Assure that the language of all written communication is clear and understandable to diverse groups.
16.
Conduct work activities with internal and external customers as well as co-workers and superiors. I have responded to inquiries regarding non-technical or routine matters.
17.
Proofread and edit documents for format, grammatical, spelling, or typographical errors and to ensure consistency with requirements.
18.
Write in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for negotiating with various audience.
19.
Communicate written technical information on environmental health issues to a broad range of internal and external groups.
20.
Create presentations on a broad range of environmental health issues to educate community members or other stakeholders.
21.
Notify individuals or offices in writing of decisions, problems, or further actions needed.
22.
Prepare reports of findings of inspections and investigations, noting conditions found and citing violations and deficiencies.
INSTRUCTIONS:
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.
Certification of Information Accuracy
If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.
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.
Certification of Information Accuracy
If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.
23.
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.