USA Staffing

Position Title: Housekeeping Aid (Leader)
Agency: Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number: CBSZ-12747214-25-RLW Opens in new window
Open Period: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 to Monday, June 23, 2025

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Eligibilities

1. Are you an employee of the facility indicated for this position?
This includes: Career/Career Conditional or Excepted Service (i.e. Canteen, Hybrid, Title 38, etc. and meets interchange agreement requirements). This does not include temporary, term or temporary intermittent.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50). Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met (if applicable) and include your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. Competitive or Excepted). Please be aware that award SF-50's do not always include this pertinent information.

A. Yes

B. No

Preferences

1. 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.

A. Yes, I am considered a political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316.

B. Yes, I am considered a Non-career Senior Executive Service (SES), Limited Term SES, Limited Emergency SES Executive Branch employee.

C. Yes, I am considered a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or appointee who served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch.

D. Yes, I am considered a political appointee in the Executive Branch (as described in a., b. or c above) in a covered position in an agency having an interchange agreement with OPM, which allows movement from the agency's system to the competitive civil service.

E. None of the above. I am not considered a current or recent (last 5 years) political appointee as described above in items a, b, c, or d.

Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for 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)
Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
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. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages or encrypted, and digitally signed documents linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications.

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. Please select the best response to your eligibility for this posting.

I understand that I must provide legible proof of my status when applying or my application will be screened out and rated as ineligible.
(SF 50 must be submitted with this application)

A. I am a current, permanent employee of the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center, currently working as a Housekeeper. I have attached my initial appointment SF50 and my most current SF50.

B. No, I am not a current, permanent Wilkes Barre VAMC employee and understand I am not eligible for this posting.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

2. Do you have the ability or experience to Lead OR Supervise?
Past related experience includes leading, supervising, training or providing guidance to co-workers and subordinates. Your experience must be explained in your resume to receive credit or you will be found INELIGIBLE. We will not make assumptions.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

This Leader position requires individuals to work independently to perform housekeeping duties that include, but are not limited to: leading the work or a various group of individuals; sweeping, dusting, cleaning, polishing, vacuuming, and trash removal; preparing chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing according to prescribed application; reviewing standard operating procedures to decide which procedure, pieces of equipment and/or cleaning agent is most appropriate; handling and disposition of infectious and biohazardous materials

For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Select the appropriate answer to the following questions based on your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your answers are subject to verification by investigation. Deliberate attempts to falsify information are grounds for non-selection and for termination. In addition, falsifying information on your application can result in your being barred from federal employment. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of your knowledge or skills as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. While a specific length of training and experience is not required, your responses to the questionnaire must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

3. Assure the proper use of a variety of cleaning agents and solutions and safety regulations.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

4. Process thorough knowledge in all areas of the housekeeping operations including the operations and disposal of bio-hazard waste.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

5. Cross-train sub-ordinates to ensure proper adequate coverage in EMS.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

6. Ability to understand and explain written and verbal instructions.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

7. Experience that indicates ability to fully understand and interpret policy related to Environmental Management Service (EMS).

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

8. Ability to perform in a Lead manner where frequent and/or changing instructions, specifications, contacts, etc. are received concerning operations for a group of workers.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

9. Train others on the operation of the Sani-Pak Sterilizer ensuring proper use.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

10. Perform a variety of general duties such as Regulated Medical Waste, Sharps Containers, Inventory Logs, Co-mingled Recyclable Waste and Landry Distribution.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

For each technical area below, select the response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and demonstrated capability.

11. Train others on the operation of the Cardboard Compactor ensuring proper use.

A. I have no knowledge or demonstrated capability in this technical area.

B. I can demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts involved in this technical area. I will require formal training and close supervision to perform this work.

C. I can demonstrate an understanding of some advanced concepts within this technical area and am capable of working on most projects in this technical area with moderate assistance. I am able to perform this work with minimal supervision.

D. I can demonstrate an understanding of many advanced concepts within this technical area and am capable of mentoring others on some projects in this technical area. I am able to perform this work without supervision except in the most complex situations.

E. I can demonstrate an understanding of most advanced concepts within this technical area. I am considered an expert in the field and am frequently consulted by others about this technical area. I am responsible for mentoring and training others in this technical area.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

12. Working quickly without accidents while at the same time being attentive to the quality of the work.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

13. Working rapidly and accurately under the pressure of deadlines.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

14. Using proper lifting techniques when lifting objects especially those that may be bulky and/or awkward.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

15. Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center current, permanent employees must provide the following: I have attached an SF-50 (or several) which clearly shows my current, permanent facility eligibility and are submitted with my application materials. Submitting an SF-50 with an effective date must be after 1/1/25, indicating documented grade and step level as a current permanent employee.

Examples of appropriate SF-50's include:
WG employees must provide at least one dated after 1/1/25
General adjustment/Cost of living Increase
Within grade increases at the highest grade held
Promotions
SF-50's at the highest grade held within the past year
Cash Award, benefit changes or time off Awards 50's do not provide sufficient information and will not be accepted.

If you are not a veteran, but are currently hired as a housekeeper at Pitt, you will need to attach your initial appointment SF50 and your most current SF50.

Please check your electronic official personnel folder (eOPF) for your most recent SF-50. HR will not check and attach for you. HR will not contact you for more info or documents. You can attach more than 1 SF50.

I certify I did attach the correct SF50s for this vacancy. I will not be contacted for further info. If I did not attach the right SF-50s dated after 1/1/25 that verify I am a current, permanent facility employee, I will be disqualified.

A. Yes

B. No

16. RESUME REMINDER:
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.

Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
* Updated and accurate
* Grade level (applicable for state or federal jobs)
* 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).

I hereby certify my attached resume is updated and follows the above instructions. I understand I will not be contacted further if any info or document is missing.

A. Yes

B. No

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