Summary
This position is to conduct safety and occupational health surveys at a health care installation, recommend measures to eliminate or control hazardous practices and conditions which may cause mishaps; and prepare supplemental written safety procedures for application to local organizational components. This position reports to the Division of Quality Management, Safety Program, Chinle, Arizona. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
Duties
- Please ensure your answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Error or omissions may impact your rating or result in your losing consideration for the job. The incumbent Performs periodic onsite surveys for assigned organizations, inspects construction projects and designs to determine compliance with applicable occupational safety standards. Prepares and revises safety instructions and guides that are relevant to current or planned contractor and base employees. Investigates mishaps, obtains statements from witnesses, photographs mishap scene, records circumstances of mishaps, estimate cost of property damage, and prepares a final report of findings with recommendations to correct the unsafe acts or conditions. Provides technical safety training to supervisors and employees using a wide variety of materials, publications, exhibits, protective devices and visual aids. Promotes safety campaigns through oral presentations at local safety committee meetings, posting safety displays and publishing mishap prevention articles.
Requirements
Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 A valid state drivers license is required. The incumbent may be required to operate a government vehicle in the performance of official duties. The incumbent may be required to complete mandatory safety and occupational health training as specified by IHS and facility policy. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.
Education
There are no education requirements.