Safety and Occupational Health Specialist
John F. Kennedy Space Center
Orlando, FL
Summary The Safety and Mission Assurance (SMA) Directorate, Institutional Division at Kennedy Space Center (KSC) is seeking applicants for a safety and occupational health specialist. The incumbent of this position provides institutional safety support for KSC across a broad range of program areas inclusive of facility inspection, safety consultation, mishap investigation, emergency response, construction safety, contractor insight, and trend analyses. Responsibilities Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee. Monitors and promotes improvement of safety programs. Assists in ensuring government and contractor compliance with safety requirements. Assists in ensuring institutional safety compliance with all applicable safety requirements to those program areas requiring remedial action. Performs analyses of compliance with safety regulations and procedures instituted by OSHA with oversight from a higher graded safety specialist. Develops, coordinates, and reviews center safety capabilities, authorities, plans, procedures, training, and exercises. Makes recommendations on any changes or improvements to the current system or systems which will ensure Safety and Mission Assurance (SMA) and Kennedy Space Center (KSC) are prepared for any incidents and/or emergencies, mishaps, disasters, etc. Assists in the implementation of a major agency program dealing with complex hazardous conditions that involve a variety of safety considerations. Recommends modifications and/or revisions to NASA and contractor safety policies, procedures, and guidelines. Prepares basic instructions to implement newly developed or modified guidance. Prepares updates to safety regulations, documents, and requirements manuals with assistance from a higher graded safety specialist. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-09 level, you must have:a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level:Applying safety and occupational health laws, regulations, principles, and procedures to assist in resolving technical safety and health issues; Identifying workplace hazards and recommending corrective actions to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health requirements; Communicating safety policies, procedures, and requirements to supervisors, facility managers, or employees OR b) Completed all requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field OR c) Completed 2 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field OR d) LL.B or J.D, if related OR e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above. To qualify for GS-11, you must have:a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level:Applying safety and occupational health principles, practices, and regulatory requirements to evaluate, develop, or adapt safety procedures and operating practices; Conducting safety inspections and hazard analyses in areas such as facilities safety, construction safety, institutional safety, risk management, or systems safety; Identifying hazards, recommending corrective measures, and preparing reports, briefings, or other documentation to advise management on safety and occupational health matters OR b) Completed all requirements for a doctoral degree (i.e., Ph.D. or equivalent) in an appropriate field OR c) Completed 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree in an appropriate field OR d) LL.M., if related OR e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit #Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process. Education If you are using education completed in the United States to meet the qualification requirements, your degree must have been awarded from a college or university that is accredited by a recognized accrediting organization. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, go to . If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs. These education credentials must be deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:. All degrees must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation. Additional Information Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement. If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must:- Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility. - Be well qualified for this position to receive consideration. Candidates rated in the 'Best Qualified' category are considered well-qualified. Please see 'How You Will Be Evaluated' for more information. - Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents.' For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click:#ictap. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests:If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. () Per Executive Order 14343, this position is not part of a bargaining unit. Probationary Period You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
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