- Position Title
- Senior Marine Accident Investigator (Human Performance)
- Agency
- National Transportation Safety Board
- Announcement Number
- MS-12741475-25-KAT Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, May 28, 2025 to Monday, June 9, 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.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
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.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
3.
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:
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.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
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.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Senior Marine Accident Investigator (Human Performance) position with the National Transportation Safety Board. 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.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the specialized experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as a Senior Marine Accident Investigator (Human Performance) at the GS-14 level or equivalent pay band in the federal service.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Knowledge of advanced principles and practices of marine accident investigation.
3.
Conducts commercial marine accident investigations to determine contributing and root causes of incidents and accidents.
4.
Drafts marine accident reports, analyzes complex issues, and prepares marine accident safety improvement recommendations.
5.
Experience in working with international shipping requirements for safety such as Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), Standards for Training, Certification and Watchstanding (STCW), ISM Code, and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Code for Casualty Investigations.
6.
Knowledge of the psychological, physiological, and human engineering factors which may contribute to or cause maritime accidents.
7.
Knowledge of the marine transportation system and its users, including regulations, guidance, and procedures affecting human performance in marine operations and maintenance.
8.
Knowledge of accident investigation methodology and procedures to apply the scientific method to pertinent physical evidence and to assemble, organize, and interpret technical data relevant to human performance.
9.
Demonstrates knowledge and experience in the human performance aspects of major commercial maritime accidents and incident investigations.
10.
Understands human factors and human performance safety issues and appropriately applies this knowledge to prepare safety recommendations and/or proposals to and with industry to formulate strategies to resolve marine safety deficiencies.
11.
Evaluates tasks associated with vessel operation to determine areas of human performance where errors may have occurred.
12.
Works and interacts with others in formal teams or organized groups to accomplish tasks efficiently and effectively.
13.
Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity.
14.
Presents technical information, analysis, ideas and positions in a clear, succinct, accurate, convincing manner, as is appropriate with the audience.
15.
Identifies and uses effective communication channels and methods (e.g., presentations, electronic dissemination, social media, etc.).
16.
Presents investigation results and conclusions using various methods of communication such as lectures, written materials, and use of presentation software.
17.
Persuades persons or groups to accept an organization's recommendations or position where there is resistance to the recommendations (e.g. organizational conflict, competing objectives, or significant expenditures involved).
18.
Avoids confrontational approaches and keeps the communication positive.
19.
Provides effective, accurate feedback or respond to queries independently in a manner that demonstrates thorough knowledge and preparation.
20.
Analyzes, verifies, and documents investigative reporting requirements in writing.
21.
Writes technical reports, studies and analysis that are appropriate for the intended audience.
22.
Write summaries and prepares summary documentation related to marine safety.
23.
Identifies and assesses the significance of human factors found during on-scene marine accident investigations.
24.
Applies and leverages technical knowledge and skills to accomplish assigned projects effectively and efficiently.
25.
Researches, analyzes, and evaluates complex information of a technical nature.
26.
Uses analytical tools such as Events and Causal Factors, Root Cause Analysis, or Barrier Analysis to formulate facts and circumstances from evidence gathered during the course of a marine accident investigation in order to form conclusions.
27.
Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
28.
Uses sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives, conclusions, and recommendations.
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I certify that the entire document, including task statements, competencies, task/competency linkage and multiple choice rating schedule worksheet(s) are accurate and related to the position being filled.