Hazardous Materials Accident Investigator
Duties Help Duties Summary The position is located in the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Division, Office of Railroad, Pipeline and Hazardous materials Investigations (RPH), National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
The incumbent serves as Hazardous Materials Accident Investigator with expert knowledge of the processing, handling, disposal, storage, containment, or transportation of hazardous materials of any kind.
Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Major Duties consist of the following:
Writes outlines, factual and analytical reports, and prepares exhibits.
Leads and manages assigned investigative hazardous materials and emergency response groups (comprised of experts from Federal, State and local regulatory agencies, union officials, industry representatives and officials) during the on-scene phase of major accident investigations under the direction of the Investigator-In-Charge (IIC).
Collect and records factual accident data.
Interviews witnesses, takes sworn testimony when deemed necessary, issues subpoenas, collects physical evidence, and arranges for testing and/or examinations of physical evidence, machinery and/or equipment.
Conducts extensive research and analysis of applicable regulations, technical manuals and records, inspection reports, and similar sources and means.
Determines and recommends special investigative procedures and study needs that might be necessary.
Conducts and/or participates in special investigations or projects to improve environmental and emergency response issues concerning hazardous materials transportation safety.
Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 13 Job family (Series) 1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment US Citizenship Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Resume and supporting documents (see How to Apply section.
) Suitability for Federal employment Financial Interest in transportation enterprises will be evaluated on a case by case basis Bargaining Unit Position:
YES Direct Deposit is required.
Probationary period may be required.
THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBILE FOR REMOTE TELEWORK This position is also being announced through Government-Wide procedures under Announcement RPH-11147800-21-RR.
To be considered under both Public (US Citizens) and Government-Wide procedures, you must apply to both announcements.
You may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, upon entering the position and annually.
Qualifications Applicant's must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal Service.
Specialized experience is defined as:
Investigating as the lead investigator or assisting the lead investigator in hazardous materials transportation accidents involving complex failure modes such as packaging, hazardous materials classification, closure and mode selection with either a state or Federal agency or as an employee or contractor for a hazardous materials shipper, transporter or packaging manufacturer or testing laboratory, while presenting the facts from the investigation in writing.
NOTE:
Your resume must clearly show the specialized experience related to this position.
Failure to demonstrate how you possess the specialized experience will results in an Ineligible rating.
Education There is no education substitution at this grade level.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The incumbent serves as Hazardous Materials Accident Investigator with expert knowledge of the processing, handling, disposal, storage, containment, or transportation of hazardous materials of any kind.
Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Major Duties consist of the following:
Writes outlines, factual and analytical reports, and prepares exhibits.
Leads and manages assigned investigative hazardous materials and emergency response groups (comprised of experts from Federal, State and local regulatory agencies, union officials, industry representatives and officials) during the on-scene phase of major accident investigations under the direction of the Investigator-In-Charge (IIC).
Collect and records factual accident data.
Interviews witnesses, takes sworn testimony when deemed necessary, issues subpoenas, collects physical evidence, and arranges for testing and/or examinations of physical evidence, machinery and/or equipment.
Conducts extensive research and analysis of applicable regulations, technical manuals and records, inspection reports, and similar sources and means.
Determines and recommends special investigative procedures and study needs that might be necessary.
Conducts and/or participates in special investigations or projects to improve environmental and emergency response issues concerning hazardous materials transportation safety.
Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 13 Job family (Series) 1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment US Citizenship Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Resume and supporting documents (see How to Apply section.
) Suitability for Federal employment Financial Interest in transportation enterprises will be evaluated on a case by case basis Bargaining Unit Position:
YES Direct Deposit is required.
Probationary period may be required.
THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBILE FOR REMOTE TELEWORK This position is also being announced through Government-Wide procedures under Announcement RPH-11147800-21-RR.
To be considered under both Public (US Citizens) and Government-Wide procedures, you must apply to both announcements.
You may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, upon entering the position and annually.
Qualifications Applicant's must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal Service.
Specialized experience is defined as:
Investigating as the lead investigator or assisting the lead investigator in hazardous materials transportation accidents involving complex failure modes such as packaging, hazardous materials classification, closure and mode selection with either a state or Federal agency or as an employee or contractor for a hazardous materials shipper, transporter or packaging manufacturer or testing laboratory, while presenting the facts from the investigation in writing.
NOTE:
Your resume must clearly show the specialized experience related to this position.
Failure to demonstrate how you possess the specialized experience will results in an Ineligible rating.
Education There is no education substitution at this grade level.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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