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Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE TECHNICIAN, Position Description Number T5429000 and is part of the KS Joint Forces Headquarters, National Guard. Responsibilities As an Industrial Hygiene Technician, GS-0640-09, you will plan, schedule, execute, manage and administer the ARNG Industrial Hygiene Program for a state, territory, or district to maintain and promote the health of military and technician personnel. Coordinates with the National Guard Bureau (NGB) Regional Industrial Hygienist (IH) who works for the NGB Office of the Chief Surgeon. Performs other duties as assigned. The position under this announcement is being filled using the National Guard Accelerated Hiring Authority (NG AHA). Selection will be made through a process without applying traditional competitive rating and ranking procedures and where interviews are optional. Merit factors shall be the basis for selection. Merit factors are determined by the individuals' ability to perform the duties of the position. Merit is based on such factors as previous work experience, education, abilities, and competencies. In order to be referred, applicant must meet all general, specialized and education requirements of the position. Veterans Preference: Veterans' preference does not apply when referring and selecting individuals under this NG accelerating hiring authority; however, applicants are encouraged to still claim veterans preference and submit supporting documentation. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one year experience at the next lower grade (GS-7). Must have extensive knowledge and skills relating to industrial hygiene to perform a wide range of industrial hygiene duties to include planning of the ARNG state industrial hygiene program and in performing a broad range of industrial, chemical, biological investigations through use of survey, detection, evaluation, and sampling techniques for the purpose of identifying potential workplace health hazards? Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA Department of the Army (DA), Department of Defense (DOD), NGB, and ARNG laws, regulations and policies related to occupational health and industrial hygiene. Knowledge and ability to perform complex computations/investigations and apply theories and formulas typical in the scientific calculations of the industrial hygiene profession. Knowledge of work processes, operations and equipment relative to their potential effect on the health of employees working in a variety of facilities (e.g., maintenance shops, warehouses, indoor firing ranges, live fire shoot houses and aircraft avionic shops). Knowledge and ability to develop recommendations for alternative controls, procedures, and/or protective equipment relative to the prevention or management of harmful exposures. Knowledge and skills to communicate effectively; educate employees, supervisors, and management on industrial hygiene issues; and to interact with other health specialists and officials. Knowledge to identify and/or quantify a variety of chemical agents (e.g., gases, dusts, fumes, mists); physical agents (e.g., noise, temperature extremes); biological agents (e.g., fungi) and ergonomic factors. Knowledge of a broad range of administrative and managerial methods and techniques used to independently plan, implement, evaluate and manage the ARNG State Industrial Hygiene Program. Knowledge of State ARNG activities and requirements necessary to act as the local point of contact and program coordinator for the State OHN and the Regional Industrial Hygienist. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Physical Demands: Work is primarily sedentary, such as sitting comfortably. There may be some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items. No special physical effort or ability is required to perform the work. Work Environment: The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions. Education Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). A recruiting and relocation incentive may be authorized. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: In order to adjudicate your Veterans' Preference claims, you MUST upload all supporting documentation. Such as: DD214s, VA disability letters (Must show service connected), SF-15, etc. A. ARE YOU A VETERAN CLAIMING SOLE SURVIVORSHIP PREFERENCE OR 5-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? You MUST provide legible copy/copies of the following: DD-214 (member 4 copy), "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service (in lieu of a DD-214) from your command or local Personnel Support office. The Statement of Service/Proof of Service must provide all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). If you have more than one DD-214, you are strongly encouraged to upload all your DD-214s. B. ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, MUST provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf. C. ARE YOU UNSURE AS TO WHETHER YOU QUALIFY FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE? Please review the OPM Vet Guide to determine if you qualify for Veterans' Preference. Please visit: https://fedshirevets.gov/Index.aspx.