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Safety and Occupational Health Specialist, GS-0018-11 (29662)

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    WELCOME! 
     
    Please see the description below of an internal job opportunity with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). This opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY.
     
    This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with non-competitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP, except for Deployment Opportunities.

    It is not mandatory for hiring officials to use VIOP in order to fill a vacancy non-competitively within USACE. Utilization of VIOP is subject to compliance with all applicable statutes, regulations, policies, and negotiated agreements.
     
    Please carefully review the information and click the "Apply" button below if you would like to apply and be considered for this position. 
     
    Additional USACE Career Opportunities can be explored at the USACE Job Board (<- click here). 
     
     
  • Job Posting Open Date:
    • 12/18/2025
  • Job Posting Close Date:
    • 01/07/2026
  • Announcement Type:
    • TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
  • Position Type:
    • Permanent
  • Position Title:
    • Safety and Occupational Health Specialist
  • Pay Plan:
    • GS
  • Occupational Series:
    • 0018 - Safety And Occupational Health Management (0018)
  • Grade:
    • 11
  • Low Salary :
    • $73,939
  • High Salary:
    • $96,116
  • Hourly vs Salary:
    • Salary
  • USACE Organization :
    • Northwestern Division (NWD) - Walla Walla District
  • Locations (City, State):
    • Walla Walla, WA
  • Position Overview/Duties:

    • POSITION OVERVIEW

      Engineering and Construction Division; Construction Branch; Construction Support Section

      The Walla Walla District US Army Corps of Engineers helps manage local water resources for navigation, flood damage reduction, disaster assistance, hydroelectric power generation, and other natural and heritage areas.

      DUTIES

      • Provide oversight of the contractor's safety compliance and manage the safety program for Construction Branch personnel as the Construction Branch Safety and Occupational Health Specialist.
      • Oversee construction contracts at the lock and dams on the Snake and Columa Rivers and a variety of other civil works projects over a wide geographic area throughout the Walla Walla District.
      • Focus on repair and modernization of the hydropower, navigation, fish passage, and flood control systems at US Army Corps of Engineers owned facilities.
      • Review contractor's safety plans, attend on site safety meetings, inspect active construction sites with regards to safety, investigate contractor and Government accidents/mishaps, and review the contract plans before award.
      • Oversight and administration of safety related plans for Branch personnel such as fall protection, fatigue management, and associated training requirements.
  • Other Conditions and Requirements:

    • This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

      CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

      • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
      • This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
      • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% of the time.
      • This is a Career Program (CP) #12 position. A Professional Certificate in Safety and Occupational Health is required to be obtained within 24 months for personnel filling this position.

      QUALIFICATIONS

      Who May Apply: US Citizens

      In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

      EDUCATION

      Foreign Education:

      If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been 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.

      EXPERIENCE

      Minimum Experience Requirement:

      GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes (1) reviewing contractor's safety program proposals to ensure conformance with safety standards, procedures and codes; (2) recommending changes and modifications as required; AND(3) making on-site safety surveys of resident off ice programs to determine that prescribed safety procedures and standards are being applied as well as advising on various problems which might arise in the area of safety with project and contract personnel.. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).

      OR

      Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.

      OR

      Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

      OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

      • Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (PST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (PST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
      • All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
      • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
      • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
      • A trial or probationary period may be required.
      • Direct deposit of pay is required.
      • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement/requisition.
      • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Salary Range: $73,939 - $96,116
      • Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
      • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government. Subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations.
      • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ (https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/) for more information.
      • This position is eligible for situational telework.
      • This position is covered under the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) Bargaining Unit.
  • Life/Work Balance:
    • Life/Work Flexibilities Determined by Specific Position
  • Qualifications:
    • Candidates will be evaluated IAW OPM Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor:
    • To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).
  • Reasonable Accommodation:
    • Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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