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Lynne Sebille-White
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Lynne Sebille-White

Title/Position
Senior Director, Career Coaching & Campus Partnerships
(Career Coach)
Alicia Joens

Alicia Joens

Title/Position
Senior Specialist, New Student Partnerships
(Career Coach)

Explore Careers in Science Research

Related Student Organizations and Activities

Want to put your interests to good use? Join other students who share them. Discover student organizations on campus which relate to science and research. You can browse the database by letter or search by keyword or name for locating student organizations. 

Some examples of organizations that may be of interest:

  • American Chemical Society Student Chapter
  • Biochemistry Majors Club
  • Microbiology Undergraduate Student Association
  • oSTEM@Iowa
  • Society of Physics Students
  • UI Bio
  • Women in Science and Engineering (WISE)

Also consider volunteering as a way to explore your interests, build your resume, and connect with the community!

In addition, you can find other activities and events through the Division of Student Life.

Professional Organizations

Professional organizations are a great way to explore, prepare, experience, and achieve your career interests and goals!

  • Explore - Learn what people in the industry do, talk about, and take action on
  • Prepare - Learn about job titles, companies, and organizational/thought leaders
  • Experience - Check out resources, including specialized job boards and LinkedIn groups to locate mentors and job shadowing/informational interview opportunities
  • Achieve - Polish your professional image by taking an active part in your industry’s association. Reach your goals through networking and the professional development opportunities your association provides.

Plus, professional associations often offer discounted memberships to students!

Suggested Search Terms for Jobs and Internships

Quality Control

  • Quality Assurance, Quality Lab Technician
  • Other terms: QC Analytical Chemist/Scientist/Engineer/Manager

Research & Development

  • Research Technician, Research Assistant
  • Other terms: Research Scientist, R&D Scientist/Chemist, Cosmetic Chemist

Benchwork

  • Lab Assistant, Lab Technician, Lab Analyst, Applications/Analytical Scientist
  • Other Terms: Chemical Operator, Samples Chemist, Pharmaceutical Testing Technician, Microbiology Technician, Physical Scientist

Clinical

  • Clinical Research Assistant, Clinical Lab Technologist, Clinical Trial Assistant/Specialist
  • Other terms: Medical Technologist, Toxicology Technologist

Manufacturing

  • Process Development Scientist, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Manufacturing Scientist

Food Science

  • Food Safety Supervisor, Food Safety Inspector, Food Processing & Packaging, Product/Ingredient Development  

Other Industries: Science Education, Pharmacology, Sales, Forensics, Field Science, Regulatory Affairs

Research, Internship, and Job Resources

Past Student Internship Experiences

Below is a sampling of internship sites that Iowa students have registered in recent years.

  • Educational Curatorial Internship, Brookfield Zoo 

  • Quality Control Lab Intern, Gelita USA, Inc. 

  • Research & Development Intern, Integrated DNA Technologies 

  • Lab Tech Intern, Red Star Yeast 

  • Advanced Research Intern, Los Alamos National Laboratory 

  • Paleontology Intern, UI Paleontology Repository 

  • Research Intern, Viewpoint Molecular Targeting 

  • Research Intern, Iowa Diabetes 

  • Research & Development Intern, Proctor & Gamble 

  • Heart to Heart Research Intern, UIHC Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant, University of Chicago Fossil Lab 

  • Research Intern, Ocean Research and Conservation Association 

Handshake and LinkedIn are great tools to further investigate sites where UI interns have been employed.

Learn About Careers from Professionals

CandidCareer.com provides an easy way to explore careers and learn about job search strategies through thousands of 1-2 minute videos. 

Analytical Chemist

Molecular Biologist

Petroleum Geologist

Job & Internship Postings

This list is a small sample of what is in Handshake. 
View all opportunities 

Job & Internship Postings

Library Youth Education Lead at Hennepin County

Friday, April 18, 2025
Employer: Hennepin County Expires: 04/25/2025 Library Youth Education LeadSalary$50,544.84 - $79,820.26 AnnuallyJob TypeFull-timeJob Number25LIB608MV018Closing Date4/24/2025 11:59 PM CentralDescriptionHennepin County Library (HCL) is seeking Youth Education Leads to work with K-12 residents, parents and caregivers, and community and educational partners, at Brookdale, Franklin, North Regional, and Rockford Road libraries. The individuals in this position will use their skills, knowledge, and experience to support K-12 youth and their families in meeting their education and literacy goals and will help all library patrons in accessing library collections and in fulfilling their information needs. Library Youth Education Leads will be responsible for supporting K12 education programming at their local library, overseeing operation of Let’s Read and Homework Help programs and providing support for other youth and family programs as needed. They will connect with schools and educators as well as internal Hennepin County partners who provide education support for residents.  Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.   Location and hours:This position is located at the following locations: Brookdale Library: 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430Franklin Library: 1314 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404North Regional Library: 1315 Lowry Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411Rockford Road Library: 6401 42nd Avenue North, Crystal, MN 55427Work hours will include weekday, evening, and weekend hours. Library Youth Education Leads will be scheduled during out of school time hours when youth education programming takes place at their local library, and when local school events occur. The school year schedule for Let’s Read can be found here. The school year schedule for Homework Help can be found here.  About these position types:These are full-time benefit earning positions. These positions are internally classified as an Administrative Assistant.To view the job classification specification, click here.In these positions, you will:         Coordinate K-12 education programs, including Let’s Read and Homework Help, that meet the needs of the community and fulfill the mission of HCL.  Reach out to K-12 residents and their families, educational organizations and non-profit partners to learn more about needs and to support connecting them to library services.Be an in-person presence in welcoming the community to the assigned library through responsive customer service.Provide in-person services to library patrons including assistance with computers, job searching, and finding library resources.Perform a variety of patron service and materials handling tasks, including assisting patrons with their accounts and processing materials for circulation.Perform collection maintenance including selection, deselection, and redistribution of materials, including supporting children and teen collections. Implement outreach in the community, including attending local school and community events to support K-12 students and families.  Develop, manage, and measure service outcomes to ensure work meets identified goals. Collaborate on systemwide teams to support service to K-12 students throughout Hennepin County Library.Need to have:One of the following:Four or more years of experience in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position.  General administrative work is defined as the administration and/or management of programs, policies, and/or budgets.Bachelor's degree or higher in public administration, business administration, political science, or other field appropriate to the position.Nice to have:    Experience:Providing customer service to a wide variety of residents of all ages and backgrounds.Engaging with K-12 students and families and/or coordinating literacy programming. Building and delivering community responsive programmingFacilitating groups and guiding them to create new processes.Using project management tools to coordinate community engagement efforts and/or projects.Engaging with Latine, African American, East African, People of Color in an educational or youth program setting.Knowledge of principles and practices of community engagement. Ability to:Demonstrate commitment for a diverse and inclusive organization that reflects the residents we serve. Connect with individuals from communities that the library serves.Work effectively with community members of all ages and abilities from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgroundsCandidates with fluency in another language? In addition to English are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates who pass a language assessment may qualify for additional bilingual duties and pay.    If you have any questions, please contact:Talent Acquisition DivisionHennepin County Human Resources DepartmentHR.ServiceCenter@hennepin.us612-348-7855

Food Safety Consumer Safety Inspector at USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service

Friday, April 18, 2025
Employer: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Expires: 04/29/2025 Are you passionate about protecting public health and looking to make a difference? Join the Food Safety and Inspection Service as a Consumer Safety Inspector [Slaughter] in Faribault, MN / Plover, WI / Siren, WI and start your public health career! We have great benefits and incentives for you and your family as well as great career opportunities! Typical industry benefits represent 30% of your salary, but FSIS' benefits represent approximately 38% of your salary. apply now via announcement link in USAJobs!  USAJOBS - Job AnnouncementSummary$5,000 Sign on Bonus, Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, and Referral Bonus Awards are available. Click Learn more about this agency below.OverviewOpen & closing dates 04/16/2025 to 04/29/2025 Salary $40,332 - $79,443 per yearPay scale & grade GS 5 - 9Location 1 vacancy in the following location:Faribault, MN / Plover, WI / Siren, WIRemote job NoTelework eligible NoTravel Required Occasional travel - Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursed NoAppointment typePermanent -Work schedule Full-time -Service CompetitivePromotion potential 9Job family (Series) 1862 Consumer Safety InspectionSupervisory status NoSecurity clearance OtherDrug test NoPosition sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination process Suitability/FitnessAnnouncement number FSIS-25-MCE-12718829-JSControl number 835337200DutiesYOU WILL/MAY:Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by executing appropriate inspection methods, determining non-compliance with regulatory requirements, documenting noncompliance and initiating enforcement action, where warranted.Verify that meat and poultry slaughter and/or processing establishment's Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans meet regulatory requirements.Execute Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans effectively to prevent unsanitary conditions and adulteration of product.Review records, observe plant operations and conduct hands-on verification to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare detailed documentation (Non-Compliance Records) of non-compliance with regulatory requirements.Determine when regulatory control action is necessary. You will assess whether the plant's corrective or preventative actions are acceptable and effective, if there are trends in non-compliance, or if enforcement action is warranted.Conduct regulatory oversight activities inside plants in matters relating to other consumer protections (e.g., economic adulteration and misbranding).Have contact with plant managers, owners and others to explain legal and regulatory requirements, discuss operation of the plant's SSOP, HACCP plan and other food safety programs.Communicate and defend determinations on non-compliance issues and discuss plans for addressing non-compliance.Work with a variety of individuals to resolve problems, clarify differences of interpretation concerning HACCP and other food safety or consumer protection requirements.Advise other Agency inspectors, supervisors and officers on inspection and enforcement matters for which you are involved.Conduct various samplings, surveys and tests to obtain pertinent data on potential problem areas, industry trends, or other issues of current interest to the Agency.Be involved in performing health and safety verification sampling and tests for detection of specific microbes (e.g., salmonella, listeria, etc.), residues or contaminants.Assure that products approved for import are in full compliance with all applicable Federal regulations governing the importation of meat and poultry products.Authorize entry of all meat or poultry products considered to comply with Federal regulations or refuse entry of any products which violate any of the requirements for admission into this country.Coordinate with other Federal agencies (e.g., the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on such matters as animal health restrictions and refused entry lots.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentTraining as a condition of employment (TCOE) is required. You must begin the training within 90 days of the effective date of your selection, and you must successfully complete it within 12 months of the effective date of your selection.Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.Selectee may be subject to satisfactory completion of one-year probationary or trial period.U.S. Citizenship required.Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination.Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.Must be at least 18 years of age.If you are newly hired, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" system.Must pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/If you are selected, you may need to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) prior to being appointed to determine suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.False statements or responses on a resume or application can jeopardize employment and may be grounds for disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 every Federal employee is required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of that employee's choosing.Should be able to read, speak, write, and effectively communicate in the English language.This is a Bargaining Unit position covered by the National Joint Council (NJC) of Food Inspection Locals.QualificationsYou must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the experience that would have been gained if working in this position or a similar, closely related position at the next lower level by the closing date of this announcement or the appropriate education substitution. See specialized experience definitions below.Specialized experience:For all grade levels:This experience should encompass at least two of the following areas:Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations,Skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally,Skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals.For the GS-05 Level: At least 52 weeks of qualifying experience gained under close supervision that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals. This experience should include several or all of the following: Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations, skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally, and skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals. Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aid, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.For the GS-07 Level: In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to perform standard and recurrent duties on an independent basis. Your resume should demonstrate at least 52 weeks of experience in independently carrying out routine, standard assignments on a regular and recurring basis that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals.For the GS-08 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-07 level). In addition to the qualifications above, working with the Federal Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspection Acts in order to inspect meat, poultry and egg products; working with basic SSOP and HACCP principles and practices in order to verify plant HAACP and SSOP responsibilities; performing basic mathematics and elementary statistical concepts and methods to perform testing and sampling procedures; and experience in reaching and interpreting conclusions.For the GS-09 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to at least the GS-08 level). In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to have experience working at a more independent level than lower graded CSIs, such as recommending refusal of exports and providing temporary coverage at locations outside of the official duty station.Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aide, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Please view OPM's Qualifications Standards, Consumer Safety Inspector Series, GS-1862.The duties of a Consumer Safety Inspector are performed in a hazardous working environment. For additional information, please click here. The below requirements are not an all-inclusive list. Failure to fully meet a functional requirement is not automatically disqualifying.Applicants must:Be physically and medically able to efficiently perform the essential job functions, without being a direct threat to themselves and others.Have full range of motion to perform rapid repetitive twisting and working with arms above shoulder level.Be able to stand and walk on slippery and uneven floors and catwalks, and climbing stairs and ladders.Be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 30 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.Have manual dexterity of the upper body, including arms, hands, and fingers with a normal sense of touch in both hands.Have good near and distance vision, be free of chronic eye disease and have correctable vision of at least 20/40 in one eye.Have the ability to distinguish shades of color. Any significant degree of color blindness (more than 25 percent error rate on approved color plate test) may be disqualifying.Individuals with some hearing loss and/or requiring hearing amplification will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.EducationEducation may be used to qualify in lieu of specialized experience as described below.For the GS-05 level: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours/credits in any combination of coursework in the areas of: agricultural, biological, or physical sciences, food technology, epidemiology, home economics, pharmacy, engineering, or nutrition. Specialized government or military training may be creditable if it is related directly to this position.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (with some related coursework, as described in number 2 above) is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-07 Level: One full year of directly related graduate education is qualifying for GS-7.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-09 Level: Two full years of directly related graduate education or a directly related master's degree is qualifying for GS-9.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education in excess of the first 18 semester hours directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.Additional informationThis announcement will be used to collect applications from applicants and will be used to fill vacancies as they become available.THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL: Position Requirements.Assignment Restrictions: FSIS Directive 4735.9, Office of Field Operations Assignment Restrictions and Rules on Gifts from Regulated Industry FSIS Directive 4735.9 Revision 2 (usda.gov), sets out the Agency's specific procedures regarding ethical employee conduct related to employee assignment restrictions and gifts from regulated establishments. Please click on this link and read directive prior to applying.Recruitment incentives are offered based on agency staffing needs and budgetary availability; service agreements apply. For detailed incentive information see: Career Profiles | FSIS.FSIS is pleased to offer a $5,000 sign on bonus paid out in one lump sum payment. This recruitment incentive requires a signed two-year service agreement, as well as satisfactory performance and conduct. The service agreement details conditions of receipt and acceptance of the incentive and is provided to new employees prior to entrance on duty. Funds will be collected for any periods of uncompleted service.Selectees may be eligible for Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual (CSALA)Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information please visit: PSLF Program.The position advertised offers a referral bonus award of $1,000. More than one award may be given subject to criteria being met. Current FSIS employees may be eligible for this award if they refer an applicant who later enters on duty and works at least 90 days with successful performance and conduct. The referred employee will have an opportunity to list the referring employee during the application process. There are some required restrictions on this award. Ineligible employees include: 1. Employees whose regular, recurring jobs include the recruitment of new employees. 2. Employees who are otherwise excluded from receiving Achievement Awards; 3. Selecting officials or other persons associated with the selection process of the referred employee; and 4. Any of the following relatives of the referred employee: Spouse, or parents thereof; Children, including stepchildren and adopted children, and spouses thereof; Parents, including stepparents; Siblings, including stepsiblings, and spouses thereof; Any individual related by blood or affinity whose close association with the employee is the equivalent of a family relationship.This position may be eligible for the Consumer Safety Inspector (CSI) Accelerated Promotion Program. This program makes exceptions to the time-in-grade and qualification requirements to allow a single accelerated career ladder promotion to a GS-7 or a GS-8 in less than one year. A mandatory training plan must be successfully completed before an individual is eligible to be promoted under this program.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Applications will be evaluated in accordance with Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Delegated Examining Procedures using category rating. Applicant who meet basic minimum qualifications will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. Category placement will be determined based on the applicant's quality of experience and the extent the possess the following competencies:Attention to DetailDecision MakingDependabilityFlexibilityInterpersonal SkillsResilienceSelf ManagementYour application, including the online Assessment Questionnaire, will be reviewed to determine if you meet (a) minimum qualification requirements and (b) the resume supports the answers provided to the job-specific questions. Your resume must clearly support your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position.Applicants who meet the basic minimum qualification requirements and are determined to be among the best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration.**REMINDER** Applicants - Be sure that experience/education as described on your resume contains accurate and sufficiently detailed information to clearly demonstrate that you have the listed competencies. All information used to evaluate your application must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Once the position is closed, no additional information will be accepted.If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.Note: If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your rating may be lowered to more accurately reflect the submitted documentation. Please follow instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Providing inaccurate information on Federal documents could be grounds for non-selection or disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal service.Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployed Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applications must receive a rating of at least 80 out of a possible 100.Clicking the link below will present a preview of the application form; i.e. the online questionnaire. The application form link below will only provide a preview and does not initiate the application process. To initiate the online application process, click the "Apply" button to the right.To view the application form, visit:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12288511Required DocumentsThe following documents are required for your applicant package to be complete. Our office cannot be responsible for incompatible software, illegible fax transmissions, delays in the mail service, your system failure, etc. Encrypted documents will not be accepted. Failure to submit required, legible documents may result in loss of consideration.- Resume that includes: 1) personal information such as name, address, contact information; 2) education; 3) detailed work experience related to this position as described in the major duties, including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; and title, series, grade (if applicable); 4) supervisor's phone number and whether or not the supervisor may be contacted for a reference check; 5) other qualifications. If you need assistance in creating a federal resume please click here.If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts. An unofficial copy is sufficient with the application; however, it must include student name, school name, and enough information to validate qualifications such as course names, prefixes, grades, semester or quarter credit hours, date degree was awarded, etc. If you are selected, you will be required to submit official transcripts prior to entering on duty. Education must have been successfully obtained from an accredited school, college, or university, visit Dept. of Education Accredited Schools. If any education was completed at a foreign institute, you must submit with your application evidence that the institute was appropriately accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as equivalent to U.S. education standards. For a list of private organizations that evaluate education, visit NACES. All transcripts must be in English or include an English translation.If claiming Veterans' Preference, you must submit a DD-214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, showing dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active duty, you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Enlisted Record Briefs and military identification do NOT qualify as official documentation. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Veterans' Preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive Veterans' Preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) you submitted.If claiming 10-point Veterans' Preference, you must provide the DD-214 or certification requirements (see above), plus the proof of entitlement of this preference as listed on the SF-15 Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference. The SF-15 should be included but is not required. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference see FedsHireVets.For more information regarding Veterans: Surplus or displaced employees eligible for CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP must provide: Proof of eligibility (RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for declining a transfer of function or directed reassignment to another commuting area, notice of disability annuity termination), SF-50 documenting separation (as applicable), and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with your application per 5 CFR 330.To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. Candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, applications must receive a rating of at least 70 out of a possible 100.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.How to ApplyPlease read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin. You must complete this application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.Applying online is highly encouraged. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, contact the Agency Contact listed below well before the closing date for an alternate method. All hardship application packages must be complete and submitted no later than noon ET on the closing date of the announcement to be entered into the system prior to its closing.This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.To begin, click "Apply Online" and follow the instructions to complete the Assessment Questionnaire and attach your resume and all required documents.Step 1: Create a USAJOBS account (if you do not already have one) at www.usajobs.gov. It is recommended that as part of your profile you set up automatic email notification to be informed when the status of your application changes. If you choose not to set up this automatic notification, then you will have to log into your USAJOBS account to check on the status of your application.Step 2: In your USAJOBS account, you will have the opportunity to select your stored USAJOBS resume, create a new resume or upload a resume, and upload other relevant documents. All uploaded documents must be less than 5MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, PDF, or Word (DOC or DOCX). See "Required Documents" for details. Select the document you want to submit.Step 3: Click "Apply Online," answer all required questions, verify the documents you selected from USAJOBS transferred into the Agency's staffing system, and attach any additional documents that may not have transferred or be required. If qualifying based on education, you must submit a legible copy of your college transcript(s), with your application package, showing your conferred degree (if any) and/or applicable coursework as proof that you qualify based on education. If you have not yet graduated, submit your current transcript.NOTE: It is an applicant's responsibility to submit updated information. You can update your application or documents anytime while the announcement is open. Simply log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Update Application" to continue.NOTE: Please verify that documents you are uploading from USAJOBs transfer into the Agency's staffing system as there is a limitation to the number of documents that can be transferred. However, once in the Agency's staffing system, you will have the opportunity to upload additional documents. Uploaded documents must be less than 5MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, PDF, TXT or Word (DOC or DOCX). Do not upload Adobe Portfolio documents because they are not viewable.If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment office, or another establishment that provides internet service to complete the online application and the assessment questionnaire. If this is not an option, refer to the Alternative Methods for Applying section below for specific instructions.Alternative Methods for Applying: If you are unable to apply using the internet, please fax your request for an application package along with your name and mailing address to: HR (Branch 2) 1-833-840-9219.Agency Contact.Jill SmithPhone 612-852-7752Fax 833-840-9219Email Jill.Smith@usda.gov         

Library Assistant at Anoka County

Friday, April 18, 2025
Employer: Anoka County Expires: 04/29/2025 Hiring range: $20.19 to $23.22 per hour. Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year, pro-rated based on part-time status. In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 04/23/2025 in order to be considered.Position DescriptionAre you looking for a rewarding career serving the citizens of Anoka County where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment? The Anoka County Library system enriches lives by connecting the community to ideas, information, and inspiration. Library staff engage the public through a vast array of library services and resources.Library Assistants help community members obtain library cards, learn about library offerings and opportunities, and keep books and media flowing throughout the system. They also assist patrons in managing their accounts, using technology, and finding the best sources to fulfill information needs. Library Assistants are an active and essential part of the Anoka County Library team, serving a wonderfully diverse community of library patrons. We are seeking applicants for our current opening at our St. Francis location and for future vacancies. Apply today to join Anoka County's Library team!This is a part-time, non-exempt, on-site position. This part time position is based on 20 hours per week. Interviews will take place the week of 04/27/2025 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Pay & BenefitsSalary: $20.19 to $23.22 annual salary calculation pro-rated based on part-time status.2025 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 24: $20.19 to $26.25, annual salary calculation pro-rated based on part-time status.24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays pro-rated based on part-time status.Pension plan and other retirement investment options.Advancement/professional development opportunities.Work LocationThis position will work at Saint Francis Library, located at 3519 Bridge St NW, St. Francis, MN 55070Expected work hours are: Week 1Saturday: 8:30am - 5:00pmWednesday: 9:30am - 6:00pmThursday: 10:30am – 7:00pm Week 2Wednesday: 9:30am - 6:00pmThursday: 10:30am – 7:00pmJob Duties and ResponsibilitiesThese examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Library Assistant:Create a welcoming environment for all by providing excellent customer service.Perform circulation duties including checkout, returns, assessing damages, running reports and routing materials.Assist library patrons with requests and provide assistance with technology and basic research support. Connect patrons to physical and virtual library collections.Organize, maintain and ensure collection tidiness.Process materials, link electronic records and ensure efficient movement of materials across the county.Assess patron needs to locate pertinent materials and resources, referring patron to librarians, as appropriate.Handle cash including processing payments and reconciling the cash drawer.Provide reference, information and material loan services to patrons of the library.Place and track orders.Work closely with library employees providing assistance in processing and fulfilling requests.Maintain stockroom supplies and ensures cleanliness and orderly materials.Communicate and apply policies and procedures to library patrons.Troubleshoot computer software and hardware issues. Identify and resolve issues following standard protocols.Maintain current knowledge of county and library policies and procedures. Interpret and communicate policies to patrons, as needed.Qualifications and Requirements:Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities NeededRequires a high school diplomaPreferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed1 year customer service or library experienceStrong verbal and written communication skillsPhysical Demands and Work ConditionsStandard office environment, warehouse, or public library depending on assignmentFrequent distraction and multitaskingVision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine soundsAssignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing to assist patronsPhysical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work, and occasionally pushing carts weighing over 300 lbs.Occasional lifting of 20-50 lbs. while moving materialsEquipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipmentOccasional travel to other county work sites as neededTravel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicleWork activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clientsMay be required to use kick stools to reach items from high shelvesReasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functionsSelection ProcessIt is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.Pre-employment RequirementsAnoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.About Anoka CountyAs the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County!  Hear from other Anoka County employees here.Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAnoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-ProcessAnoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO  

Food Safety Consumer Safety Inspector in Cloquet, MN at USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service

Friday, April 18, 2025
Employer: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Expires: 04/29/2025 Are you passionate about protecting public health and looking to make a difference? Join the Food Safety and Inspection Service as a Consumer Safety Inspector [Slaughter] in Cloquet, MN and start your public health career! We have great benefits and incentives for you and your family as well as great career opportunities! Typical industry benefits represent 30% of your salary, but FSIS' benefits represent approximately 38% of your salary. apply now via announcement link in USAJobs!  USAJOBS - Job AnnouncementSummary$5,000 Sign on Bonus, Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, and Referral Bonus Awards are available. Click Learn more about this agency below.OverviewOpen & closing dates 04/16/2025 to 04/29/2025 Salary $40,332 - $79,443 per yearPay scale & grade GS 5 - 9Location 1 vacancy in the following location:Eagle Grove, IARemote job NoTelework eligible NoTravel Required Occasional travel - Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursed NoAppointment typePermanent -Work schedule Full-time -Service CompetitivePromotion potential 9Job family (Series) 1862 Consumer Safety InspectionSupervisory status NoSecurity clearance OtherDrug test NoPosition sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination process Suitability/FitnessAnnouncement number FSIS-25-MCE-12718829-JSControl number 835337200DutiesYOU WILL/MAY:Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by executing appropriate inspection methods, determining non-compliance with regulatory requirements, documenting noncompliance and initiating enforcement action, where warranted.Verify that meat and poultry slaughter and/or processing establishment's Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans meet regulatory requirements.Execute Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans effectively to prevent unsanitary conditions and adulteration of product.Review records, observe plant operations and conduct hands-on verification to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare detailed documentation (Non-Compliance Records) of non-compliance with regulatory requirements.Determine when regulatory control action is necessary. You will assess whether the plant's corrective or preventative actions are acceptable and effective, if there are trends in non-compliance, or if enforcement action is warranted.Conduct regulatory oversight activities inside plants in matters relating to other consumer protections (e.g., economic adulteration and misbranding).Have contact with plant managers, owners and others to explain legal and regulatory requirements, discuss operation of the plant's SSOP, HACCP plan and other food safety programs.Communicate and defend determinations on non-compliance issues and discuss plans for addressing non-compliance.Work with a variety of individuals to resolve problems, clarify differences of interpretation concerning HACCP and other food safety or consumer protection requirements.Advise other Agency inspectors, supervisors and officers on inspection and enforcement matters for which you are involved.Conduct various samplings, surveys and tests to obtain pertinent data on potential problem areas, industry trends, or other issues of current interest to the Agency.Be involved in performing health and safety verification sampling and tests for detection of specific microbes (e.g., salmonella, listeria, etc.), residues or contaminants.Assure that products approved for import are in full compliance with all applicable Federal regulations governing the importation of meat and poultry products.Authorize entry of all meat or poultry products considered to comply with Federal regulations or refuse entry of any products which violate any of the requirements for admission into this country.Coordinate with other Federal agencies (e.g., the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on such matters as animal health restrictions and refused entry lots.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentTraining as a condition of employment (TCOE) is required. You must begin the training within 90 days of the effective date of your selection, and you must successfully complete it within 12 months of the effective date of your selection.Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.Selectee may be subject to satisfactory completion of one-year probationary or trial period.U.S. Citizenship required.Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination.Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.Must be at least 18 years of age.If you are newly hired, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" system.Must pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/If you are selected, you may need to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) prior to being appointed to determine suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.False statements or responses on a resume or application can jeopardize employment and may be grounds for disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 every Federal employee is required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of that employee's choosing.Should be able to read, speak, write, and effectively communicate in the English language.This is a Bargaining Unit position covered by the National Joint Council (NJC) of Food Inspection Locals.QualificationsYou must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the experience that would have been gained if working in this position or a similar, closely related position at the next lower level by the closing date of this announcement or the appropriate education substitution. See specialized experience definitions below.Specialized experience:For all grade levels:This experience should encompass at least two of the following areas:Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations,Skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally,Skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals.For the GS-05 Level: At least 52 weeks of qualifying experience gained under close supervision that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals. This experience should include several or all of the following: Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations, skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally, and skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals. Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aid, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.For the GS-07 Level: In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to perform standard and recurrent duties on an independent basis. Your resume should demonstrate at least 52 weeks of experience in independently carrying out routine, standard assignments on a regular and recurring basis that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals.For the GS-08 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-07 level). In addition to the qualifications above, working with the Federal Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspection Acts in order to inspect meat, poultry and egg products; working with basic SSOP and HACCP principles and practices in order to verify plant HAACP and SSOP responsibilities; performing basic mathematics and elementary statistical concepts and methods to perform testing and sampling procedures; and experience in reaching and interpreting conclusions.For the GS-09 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to at least the GS-08 level). In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to have experience working at a more independent level than lower graded CSIs, such as recommending refusal of exports and providing temporary coverage at locations outside of the official duty station.Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aide, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Please view OPM's Qualifications Standards, Consumer Safety Inspector Series, GS-1862.The duties of a Consumer Safety Inspector are performed in a hazardous working environment. For additional information, please click here. The below requirements are not an all-inclusive list. Failure to fully meet a functional requirement is not automatically disqualifying.Applicants must:Be physically and medically able to efficiently perform the essential job functions, without being a direct threat to themselves and others.Have full range of motion to perform rapid repetitive twisting and working with arms above shoulder level.Be able to stand and walk on slippery and uneven floors and catwalks, and climbing stairs and ladders.Be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 30 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.Have manual dexterity of the upper body, including arms, hands, and fingers with a normal sense of touch in both hands.Have good near and distance vision, be free of chronic eye disease and have correctable vision of at least 20/40 in one eye.Have the ability to distinguish shades of color. Any significant degree of color blindness (more than 25 percent error rate on approved color plate test) may be disqualifying.Individuals with some hearing loss and/or requiring hearing amplification will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.EducationEducation may be used to qualify in lieu of specialized experience as described below.For the GS-05 level: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours/credits in any combination of coursework in the areas of: agricultural, biological, or physical sciences, food technology, epidemiology, home economics, pharmacy, engineering, or nutrition. Specialized government or military training may be creditable if it is related directly to this position.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (with some related coursework, as described in number 2 above) is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-07 Level: One full year of directly related graduate education is qualifying for GS-7.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-09 Level: Two full years of directly related graduate education or a directly related master's degree is qualifying for GS-9.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education in excess of the first 18 semester hours directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.Additional informationThis announcement will be used to collect applications from applicants and will be used to fill vacancies as they become available.THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL: Position Requirements.Assignment Restrictions: FSIS Directive 4735.9, Office of Field Operations Assignment Restrictions and Rules on Gifts from Regulated Industry FSIS Directive 4735.9 Revision 2 (usda.gov), sets out the Agency's specific procedures regarding ethical employee conduct related to employee assignment restrictions and gifts from regulated establishments. Please click on this link and read directive prior to applying.Recruitment incentives are offered based on agency staffing needs and budgetary availability; service agreements apply. For detailed incentive information see: Career Profiles | FSIS.FSIS is pleased to offer a $5,000 sign on bonus paid out in one lump sum payment. This recruitment incentive requires a signed two-year service agreement, as well as satisfactory performance and conduct. The service agreement details conditions of receipt and acceptance of the incentive and is provided to new employees prior to entrance on duty. Funds will be collected for any periods of uncompleted service.Selectees may be eligible for Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual (CSALA)Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information please visit: PSLF Program.The position advertised offers a referral bonus award of $1,000. More than one award may be given subject to criteria being met. Current FSIS employees may be eligible for this award if they refer an applicant who later enters on duty and works at least 90 days with successful performance and conduct. The referred employee will have an opportunity to list the referring employee during the application process. There are some required restrictions on this award. Ineligible employees include: 1. Employees whose regular, recurring jobs include the recruitment of new employees. 2. Employees who are otherwise excluded from receiving Achievement Awards; 3. Selecting officials or other persons associated with the selection process of the referred employee; and 4. Any of the following relatives of the referred employee: Spouse, or parents thereof; Children, including stepchildren and adopted children, and spouses thereof; Parents, including stepparents; Siblings, including stepsiblings, and spouses thereof; Any individual related by blood or affinity whose close association with the employee is the equivalent of a family relationship.This position may be eligible for the Consumer Safety Inspector (CSI) Accelerated Promotion Program. This program makes exceptions to the time-in-grade and qualification requirements to allow a single accelerated career ladder promotion to a GS-7 or a GS-8 in less than one year. A mandatory training plan must be successfully completed before an individual is eligible to be promoted under this program.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Applications will be evaluated in accordance with Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Delegated Examining Procedures using category rating. Applicant who meet basic minimum qualifications will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. Category placement will be determined based on the applicant's quality of experience and the extent the possess the following competencies:Attention to DetailDecision MakingDependabilityFlexibilityInterpersonal SkillsResilienceSelf ManagementYour application, including the online Assessment Questionnaire, will be reviewed to determine if you meet (a) minimum qualification requirements and (b) the resume supports the answers provided to the job-specific questions. Your resume must clearly support your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position.Applicants who meet the basic minimum qualification requirements and are determined to be among the best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration.**REMINDER** Applicants - Be sure that experience/education as described on your resume contains accurate and sufficiently detailed information to clearly demonstrate that you have the listed competencies. All information used to evaluate your application must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Once the position is closed, no additional information will be accepted.If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.Note: If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your rating may be lowered to more accurately reflect the submitted documentation. Please follow instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Providing inaccurate information on Federal documents could be grounds for non-selection or disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal service.Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployed Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applications must receive a rating of at least 80 out of a possible 100.Clicking the link below will present a preview of the application form; i.e. the online questionnaire. The application form link below will only provide a preview and does not initiate the application process. To initiate the online application process, click the "Apply" button to the right.To view the application form, visit:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12288511Required DocumentsThe following documents are required for your applicant package to be complete. Our office cannot be responsible for incompatible software, illegible fax transmissions, delays in the mail service, your system failure, etc. Encrypted documents will not be accepted. Failure to submit required, legible documents may result in loss of consideration.- Resume that includes: 1) personal information such as name, address, contact information; 2) education; 3) detailed work experience related to this position as described in the major duties, including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; and title, series, grade (if applicable); 4) supervisor's phone number and whether or not the supervisor may be contacted for a reference check; 5) other qualifications. If you need assistance in creating a federal resume please click here.If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts. An unofficial copy is sufficient with the application; however, it must include student name, school name, and enough information to validate qualifications such as course names, prefixes, grades, semester or quarter credit hours, date degree was awarded, etc. If you are selected, you will be required to submit official transcripts prior to entering on duty. Education must have been successfully obtained from an accredited school, college, or university, visit Dept. of Education Accredited Schools. If any education was completed at a foreign institute, you must submit with your application evidence that the institute was appropriately accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as equivalent to U.S. education standards. For a list of private organizations that evaluate education, visit NACES. All transcripts must be in English or include an English translation.If claiming Veterans' Preference, you must submit a DD-214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, showing dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active duty, you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Enlisted Record Briefs and military identification do NOT qualify as official documentation. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Veterans' Preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive Veterans' Preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) you submitted.If claiming 10-point Veterans' Preference, you must provide the DD-214 or certification requirements (see above), plus the proof of entitlement of this preference as listed on the SF-15 Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference. The SF-15 should be included but is not required. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference see FedsHireVets.For more information regarding Veterans: Surplus or displaced employees eligible for CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP must provide: Proof of eligibility (RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for declining a transfer of function or directed reassignment to another commuting area, notice of disability annuity termination), SF-50 documenting separation (as applicable), and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with your application per 5 CFR 330.To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. Candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, applications must receive a rating of at least 70 out of a possible 100.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.How to ApplyPlease read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin. You must complete this application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.Applying online is highly encouraged. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, contact the Agency Contact listed below well before the closing date for an alternate method. All hardship application packages must be complete and submitted no later than noon ET on the closing date of the announcement to be entered into the system prior to its closing.This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.To begin, click "Apply Online" and follow the instructions to complete the Assessment Questionnaire and attach your resume and all required documents.Step 1: Create a USAJOBS account (if you do not already have one) at www.usajobs.gov. It is recommended that as part of your profile you set up automatic email notification to be informed when the status of your application changes. If you choose not to set up this automatic notification, then you will have to log into your USAJOBS account to check on the status of your application.Step 2: In your USAJOBS account, you will have the opportunity to select your stored USAJOBS resume, create a new resume or upload a resume, and upload other relevant documents. All uploaded documents must be less than 5MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, PDF, or Word (DOC or DOCX). See "Required Documents" for details. Select the document you want to submit.Step 3: Click "Apply Online," answer all required questions, verify the documents you selected from USAJOBS transferred into the Agency's staffing system, and attach any additional documents that may not have transferred or be required. If qualifying based on education, you must submit a legible copy of your college transcript(s), with your application package, showing your conferred degree (if any) and/or applicable coursework as proof that you qualify based on education. If you have not yet graduated, submit your current transcript.NOTE: It is an applicant's responsibility to submit updated information. You can update your application or documents anytime while the announcement is open. Simply log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Update Application" to continue.NOTE: Please verify that documents you are uploading from USAJOBs transfer into the Agency's staffing system as there is a limitation to the number of documents that can be transferred. However, once in the Agency's staffing system, you will have the opportunity to upload additional documents. Uploaded documents must be less than 5MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, PDF, TXT or Word (DOC or DOCX). Do not upload Adobe Portfolio documents because they are not viewable.If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment office, or another establishment that provides internet service to complete the online application and the assessment questionnaire. If this is not an option, refer to the Alternative Methods for Applying section below for specific instructions.Alternative Methods for Applying: If you are unable to apply using the internet, please fax your request for an application package along with your name and mailing address to: HR (Branch 2) 1-833-840-9219.Agency Contact.Jill SmithPhone 612-852-7752Fax 833-840-9219Email Jill.Smith@usda.gov         

Food Safety Consumer Safety Inspector in Eagle Grove, IA at USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service

Friday, April 18, 2025
Employer: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Expires: 04/29/2025 Are you passionate about protecting public health and looking to make a difference? Join the Food Safety and Inspection Service as a Consumer Safety Inspector [Slaughter] in Eagle Grove, IA and start your public health career! We have great benefits and incentives for you and your family as well as great career opportunities! Typical industry benefits represent 30% of your salary, but FSIS' benefits represent approximately 38% of your salary. apply now via announcement link in USAJobs!  USAJOBS - Job AnnouncementSummary$5,000 Sign on Bonus, Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, and Referral Bonus Awards are available. Click Learn more about this agency below.OverviewOpen & closing dates 04/16/2025 to 04/29/2025 Salary $40,332 - $79,443 per yearPay scale & grade GS 5 - 9Location 1 vacancy in the following location:Eagle Grove, IARemote job NoTelework eligible NoTravel Required Occasional travel - Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursed NoAppointment typePermanent -Work schedule Full-time -Service CompetitivePromotion potential 9Job family (Series) 1862 Consumer Safety InspectionSupervisory status NoSecurity clearance OtherDrug test NoPosition sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination process Suitability/FitnessAnnouncement number FSIS-25-MCE-12718829-JSControl number 835337200DutiesYOU WILL/MAY:Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by executing appropriate inspection methods, determining non-compliance with regulatory requirements, documenting noncompliance and initiating enforcement action, where warranted.Verify that meat and poultry slaughter and/or processing establishment's Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans meet regulatory requirements.Execute Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans effectively to prevent unsanitary conditions and adulteration of product.Review records, observe plant operations and conduct hands-on verification to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare detailed documentation (Non-Compliance Records) of non-compliance with regulatory requirements.Determine when regulatory control action is necessary. You will assess whether the plant's corrective or preventative actions are acceptable and effective, if there are trends in non-compliance, or if enforcement action is warranted.Conduct regulatory oversight activities inside plants in matters relating to other consumer protections (e.g., economic adulteration and misbranding).Have contact with plant managers, owners and others to explain legal and regulatory requirements, discuss operation of the plant's SSOP, HACCP plan and other food safety programs.Communicate and defend determinations on non-compliance issues and discuss plans for addressing non-compliance.Work with a variety of individuals to resolve problems, clarify differences of interpretation concerning HACCP and other food safety or consumer protection requirements.Advise other Agency inspectors, supervisors and officers on inspection and enforcement matters for which you are involved.Conduct various samplings, surveys and tests to obtain pertinent data on potential problem areas, industry trends, or other issues of current interest to the Agency.Be involved in performing health and safety verification sampling and tests for detection of specific microbes (e.g., salmonella, listeria, etc.), residues or contaminants.Assure that products approved for import are in full compliance with all applicable Federal regulations governing the importation of meat and poultry products.Authorize entry of all meat or poultry products considered to comply with Federal regulations or refuse entry of any products which violate any of the requirements for admission into this country.Coordinate with other Federal agencies (e.g., the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on such matters as animal health restrictions and refused entry lots.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentTraining as a condition of employment (TCOE) is required. You must begin the training within 90 days of the effective date of your selection, and you must successfully complete it within 12 months of the effective date of your selection.Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.Selectee may be subject to satisfactory completion of one-year probationary or trial period.U.S. Citizenship required.Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination.Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.Must be at least 18 years of age.If you are newly hired, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" system.Must pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/If you are selected, you may need to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) prior to being appointed to determine suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.False statements or responses on a resume or application can jeopardize employment and may be grounds for disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 every Federal employee is required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of that employee's choosing.Should be able to read, speak, write, and effectively communicate in the English language.This is a Bargaining Unit position covered by the National Joint Council (NJC) of Food Inspection Locals.QualificationsYou must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the experience that would have been gained if working in this position or a similar, closely related position at the next lower level by the closing date of this announcement or the appropriate education substitution. See specialized experience definitions below.Specialized experience:For all grade levels:This experience should encompass at least two of the following areas:Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations,Skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally,Skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals.For the GS-05 Level: At least 52 weeks of qualifying experience gained under close supervision that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals. This experience should include several or all of the following: Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations, skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally, and skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals. Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aid, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.For the GS-07 Level: In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to perform standard and recurrent duties on an independent basis. Your resume should demonstrate at least 52 weeks of experience in independently carrying out routine, standard assignments on a regular and recurring basis that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals.For the GS-08 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-07 level). In addition to the qualifications above, working with the Federal Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspection Acts in order to inspect meat, poultry and egg products; working with basic SSOP and HACCP principles and practices in order to verify plant HAACP and SSOP responsibilities; performing basic mathematics and elementary statistical concepts and methods to perform testing and sampling procedures; and experience in reaching and interpreting conclusions.For the GS-09 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to at least the GS-08 level). In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to have experience working at a more independent level than lower graded CSIs, such as recommending refusal of exports and providing temporary coverage at locations outside of the official duty station.Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aide, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Please view OPM's Qualifications Standards, Consumer Safety Inspector Series, GS-1862.The duties of a Consumer Safety Inspector are performed in a hazardous working environment. For additional information, please click here. The below requirements are not an all-inclusive list. Failure to fully meet a functional requirement is not automatically disqualifying.Applicants must:Be physically and medically able to efficiently perform the essential job functions, without being a direct threat to themselves and others.Have full range of motion to perform rapid repetitive twisting and working with arms above shoulder level.Be able to stand and walk on slippery and uneven floors and catwalks, and climbing stairs and ladders.Be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 30 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.Have manual dexterity of the upper body, including arms, hands, and fingers with a normal sense of touch in both hands.Have good near and distance vision, be free of chronic eye disease and have correctable vision of at least 20/40 in one eye.Have the ability to distinguish shades of color. Any significant degree of color blindness (more than 25 percent error rate on approved color plate test) may be disqualifying.Individuals with some hearing loss and/or requiring hearing amplification will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.EducationEducation may be used to qualify in lieu of specialized experience as described below.For the GS-05 level: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours/credits in any combination of coursework in the areas of: agricultural, biological, or physical sciences, food technology, epidemiology, home economics, pharmacy, engineering, or nutrition. Specialized government or military training may be creditable if it is related directly to this position.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (with some related coursework, as described in number 2 above) is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-07 Level: One full year of directly related graduate education is qualifying for GS-7.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-09 Level: Two full years of directly related graduate education or a directly related master's degree is qualifying for GS-9.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education in excess of the first 18 semester hours directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.Additional informationThis announcement will be used to collect applications from applicants and will be used to fill vacancies as they become available.THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL: Position Requirements.Assignment Restrictions: FSIS Directive 4735.9, Office of Field Operations Assignment Restrictions and Rules on Gifts from Regulated Industry FSIS Directive 4735.9 Revision 2 (usda.gov), sets out the Agency's specific procedures regarding ethical employee conduct related to employee assignment restrictions and gifts from regulated establishments. Please click on this link and read directive prior to applying.Recruitment incentives are offered based on agency staffing needs and budgetary availability; service agreements apply. For detailed incentive information see: Career Profiles | FSIS.FSIS is pleased to offer a $5,000 sign on bonus paid out in one lump sum payment. This recruitment incentive requires a signed two-year service agreement, as well as satisfactory performance and conduct. The service agreement details conditions of receipt and acceptance of the incentive and is provided to new employees prior to entrance on duty. Funds will be collected for any periods of uncompleted service.Selectees may be eligible for Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual (CSALA)Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information please visit: PSLF Program.The position advertised offers a referral bonus award of $1,000. More than one award may be given subject to criteria being met. Current FSIS employees may be eligible for this award if they refer an applicant who later enters on duty and works at least 90 days with successful performance and conduct. The referred employee will have an opportunity to list the referring employee during the application process. There are some required restrictions on this award. Ineligible employees include: 1. Employees whose regular, recurring jobs include the recruitment of new employees. 2. Employees who are otherwise excluded from receiving Achievement Awards; 3. Selecting officials or other persons associated with the selection process of the referred employee; and 4. Any of the following relatives of the referred employee: Spouse, or parents thereof; Children, including stepchildren and adopted children, and spouses thereof; Parents, including stepparents; Siblings, including stepsiblings, and spouses thereof; Any individual related by blood or affinity whose close association with the employee is the equivalent of a family relationship.This position may be eligible for the Consumer Safety Inspector (CSI) Accelerated Promotion Program. This program makes exceptions to the time-in-grade and qualification requirements to allow a single accelerated career ladder promotion to a GS-7 or a GS-8 in less than one year. A mandatory training plan must be successfully completed before an individual is eligible to be promoted under this program.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Applications will be evaluated in accordance with Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Delegated Examining Procedures using category rating. Applicant who meet basic minimum qualifications will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. Category placement will be determined based on the applicant's quality of experience and the extent the possess the following competencies:Attention to DetailDecision MakingDependabilityFlexibilityInterpersonal SkillsResilienceSelf ManagementYour application, including the online Assessment Questionnaire, will be reviewed to determine if you meet (a) minimum qualification requirements and (b) the resume supports the answers provided to the job-specific questions. Your resume must clearly support your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position.Applicants who meet the basic minimum qualification requirements and are determined to be among the best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration.**REMINDER** Applicants - Be sure that experience/education as described on your resume contains accurate and sufficiently detailed information to clearly demonstrate that you have the listed competencies. All information used to evaluate your application must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Once the position is closed, no additional information will be accepted.If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.Note: If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your rating may be lowered to more accurately reflect the submitted documentation. Please follow instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Providing inaccurate information on Federal documents could be grounds for non-selection or disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal service.Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployed Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applications must receive a rating of at least 80 out of a possible 100.Clicking the link below will present a preview of the application form; i.e. the online questionnaire. The application form link below will only provide a preview and does not initiate the application process. To initiate the online application process, click the "Apply" button to the right.To view the application form, visit:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12288511Required DocumentsThe following documents are required for your applicant package to be complete. Our office cannot be responsible for incompatible software, illegible fax transmissions, delays in the mail service, your system failure, etc. Encrypted documents will not be accepted. Failure to submit required, legible documents may result in loss of consideration.- Resume that includes: 1) personal information such as name, address, contact information; 2) education; 3) detailed work experience related to this position as described in the major duties, including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; and title, series, grade (if applicable); 4) supervisor's phone number and whether or not the supervisor may be contacted for a reference check; 5) other qualifications. If you need assistance in creating a federal resume please click here.If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts. An unofficial copy is sufficient with the application; however, it must include student name, school name, and enough information to validate qualifications such as course names, prefixes, grades, semester or quarter credit hours, date degree was awarded, etc. If you are selected, you will be required to submit official transcripts prior to entering on duty. Education must have been successfully obtained from an accredited school, college, or university, visit Dept. of Education Accredited Schools. If any education was completed at a foreign institute, you must submit with your application evidence that the institute was appropriately accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as equivalent to U.S. education standards. For a list of private organizations that evaluate education, visit NACES. All transcripts must be in English or include an English translation.If claiming Veterans' Preference, you must submit a DD-214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, showing dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active duty, you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Enlisted Record Briefs and military identification do NOT qualify as official documentation. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Veterans' Preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive Veterans' Preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) you submitted.If claiming 10-point Veterans' Preference, you must provide the DD-214 or certification requirements (see above), plus the proof of entitlement of this preference as listed on the SF-15 Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference. The SF-15 should be included but is not required. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference see FedsHireVets.For more information regarding Veterans: Surplus or displaced employees eligible for CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP must provide: Proof of eligibility (RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for declining a transfer of function or directed reassignment to another commuting area, notice of disability annuity termination), SF-50 documenting separation (as applicable), and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with your application per 5 CFR 330.To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. Candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, applications must receive a rating of at least 70 out of a possible 100.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.How to ApplyPlease read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin. You must complete this application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.Applying online is highly encouraged. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, contact the Agency Contact listed below well before the closing date for an alternate method. All hardship application packages must be complete and submitted no later than noon ET on the closing date of the announcement to be entered into the system prior to its closing.This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.To begin, click "Apply Online" and follow the instructions to complete the Assessment Questionnaire and attach your resume and all required documents.Step 1: Create a USAJOBS account (if you do not already have one) at www.usajobs.gov. It is recommended that as part of your profile you set up automatic email notification to be informed when the status of your application changes. If you choose not to set up this automatic notification, then you will have to log into your USAJOBS account to check on the status of your application.Step 2: In your USAJOBS account, you will have the opportunity to select your stored USAJOBS resume, create a new resume or upload a resume, and upload other relevant documents. All uploaded documents must be less than 5MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, PDF, or Word (DOC or DOCX). See "Required Documents" for details. Select the document you want to submit.Step 3: Click "Apply Online," answer all required questions, verify the documents you selected from USAJOBS transferred into the Agency's staffing system, and attach any additional documents that may not have transferred or be required. If qualifying based on education, you must submit a legible copy of your college transcript(s), with your application package, showing your conferred degree (if any) and/or applicable coursework as proof that you qualify based on education. If you have not yet graduated, submit your current transcript.NOTE: It is an applicant's responsibility to submit updated information. You can update your application or documents anytime while the announcement is open. Simply log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Update Application" to continue.NOTE: Please verify that documents you are uploading from USAJOBs transfer into the Agency's staffing system as there is a limitation to the number of documents that can be transferred. However, once in the Agency's staffing system, you will have the opportunity to upload additional documents. Uploaded documents must be less than 5MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, PDF, TXT or Word (DOC or DOCX). Do not upload Adobe Portfolio documents because they are not viewable.If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment office, or another establishment that provides internet service to complete the online application and the assessment questionnaire. If this is not an option, refer to the Alternative Methods for Applying section below for specific instructions.Alternative Methods for Applying: If you are unable to apply using the internet, please fax your request for an application package along with your name and mailing address to: HR (Branch 2) 1-833-840-9219.Agency Contact.Jill SmithPhone 612-852-7752Fax 833-840-9219Email Jill.Smith@usda.gov         

USDA Consumer Safety Inspector in Worthington, MN at USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service

Friday, April 18, 2025
Employer: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Expires: 04/29/2025 Are you passionate about protecting public health and looking to make a difference? Join the Food Safety and Inspection Service as a Consumer Safety Inspector [Slaughter] in Worthington, MN and start your public health career! We have great benefits and incentives for you and your family as well as great career opportunities! Typical industry benefits represent 30% of your salary, but FSIS' benefits represent approximately 38% of your salary. apply now via announcement link in USAJobs!  USAJOBS - Job AnnouncementSummary$5,000 Sign on Bonus, Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, and Referral Bonus Awards are available. Click Learn more about this agency below.OverviewOpen & closing dates 04/16/2025 to 04/29/2025 Salary $40,332 - $79,443 per yearPay scale & grade GS 5 - 9Location 1 vacancy in the following location:Worthington, MNRemote job NoTelework eligible NoTravel Required Occasional travel - Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursed NoAppointment typePermanent -Work schedule Full-time -Service CompetitivePromotion potential 9Job family (Series) 1862 Consumer Safety InspectionSupervisory status NoSecurity clearance OtherDrug test NoPosition sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination process Suitability/FitnessAnnouncement number FSIS-25-MCE-12718813-JSControl number 835323800DutiesYOU WILL/MAY:Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by executing appropriate inspection methods, determining non-compliance with regulatory requirements, documenting noncompliance and initiating enforcement action, where warranted.Verify that meat and poultry slaughter and/or processing establishment's Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans meet regulatory requirements.Execute Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans effectively to prevent unsanitary conditions and adulteration of product.Review records, observe plant operations and conduct hands-on verification to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare detailed documentation (Non-Compliance Records) of non-compliance with regulatory requirements.Determine when regulatory control action is necessary. You will assess whether the plant's corrective or preventative actions are acceptable and effective, if there are trends in non-compliance, or if enforcement action is warranted.Conduct regulatory oversight activities inside plants in matters relating to other consumer protections (e.g., economic adulteration and misbranding).Have contact with plant managers, owners and others to explain legal and regulatory requirements, discuss operation of the plant's SSOP, HACCP plan and other food safety programs.Communicate and defend determinations on non-compliance issues and discuss plans for addressing non-compliance.Work with a variety of individuals to resolve problems, clarify differences of interpretation concerning HACCP and other food safety or consumer protection requirements.Advise other Agency inspectors, supervisors and officers on inspection and enforcement matters for which you are involved.Conduct various samplings, surveys and tests to obtain pertinent data on potential problem areas, industry trends, or other issues of current interest to the Agency.Be involved in performing health and safety verification sampling and tests for detection of specific microbes (e.g., salmonella, listeria, etc.), residues or contaminants.Assure that products approved for import are in full compliance with all applicable Federal regulations governing the importation of meat and poultry products.Authorize entry of all meat or poultry products considered to comply with Federal regulations or refuse entry of any products which violate any of the requirements for admission into this country.Coordinate with other Federal agencies (e.g., the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on such matters as animal health restrictions and refused entry lots.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentTraining as a condition of employment (TCOE) is required. You must begin the training within 90 days of the effective date of your selection, and you must successfully complete it within 12 months of the effective date of your selection.Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.Selectee may be subject to satisfactory completion of one-year probationary or trial period.U.S. Citizenship required.Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination.Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.Must be at least 18 years of age.If you are newly hired, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" system.Must pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/If you are selected, you may need to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) prior to being appointed to determine suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.False statements or responses on a resume or application can jeopardize employment and may be grounds for disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 every Federal employee is required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of that employee's choosing.Should be able to read, speak, write, and effectively communicate in the English language.This is a Bargaining Unit position covered by the National Joint Council (NJC) of Food Inspection Locals.QualificationsYou must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the experience that would have been gained if working in this position or a similar, closely related position at the next lower level by the closing date of this announcement or the appropriate education substitution. See specialized experience definitions below.Specialized experience:For all grade levels:This experience should encompass at least two of the following areas:Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations,Skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally,Skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals.For the GS-05 Level: At least 52 weeks of qualifying experience gained under close supervision that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals. This experience should include several or all of the following: Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations, skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally, and skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals. Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aid, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.For the GS-07 Level: In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to perform standard and recurrent duties on an independent basis. Your resume should demonstrate at least 52 weeks of experience in independently carrying out routine, standard assignments on a regular and recurring basis that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals.For the GS-08 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-07 level). In addition to the qualifications above, working with the Federal Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspection Acts in order to inspect meat, poultry and egg products; working with basic SSOP and HACCP principles and practices in order to verify plant HAACP and SSOP responsibilities; performing basic mathematics and elementary statistical concepts and methods to perform testing and sampling procedures; and experience in reaching and interpreting conclusions.For the GS-09 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to at least the GS-08 level). In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to have experience working at a more independent level than lower graded CSIs, such as recommending refusal of exports and providing temporary coverage at locations outside of the official duty station.Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aide, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Please view OPM's Qualifications Standards, Consumer Safety Inspector Series, GS-1862.The duties of a Consumer Safety Inspector are performed in a hazardous working environment. For additional information, please click here. The below requirements are not an all-inclusive list. Failure to fully meet a functional requirement is not automatically disqualifying.Applicants must:Be physically and medically able to efficiently perform the essential job functions, without being a direct threat to themselves and others.Have full range of motion to perform rapid repetitive twisting and working with arms above shoulder level.Be able to stand and walk on slippery and uneven floors and catwalks, and climbing stairs and ladders.Be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 30 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.Have manual dexterity of the upper body, including arms, hands, and fingers with a normal sense of touch in both hands.Have good near and distance vision, be free of chronic eye disease and have correctable vision of at least 20/40 in one eye.Have the ability to distinguish shades of color. Any significant degree of color blindness (more than 25 percent error rate on approved color plate test) may be disqualifying.Individuals with some hearing loss and/or requiring hearing amplification will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.EducationEducation may be used to qualify in lieu of specialized experience as described below.For the GS-05 level: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours/credits in any combination of coursework in the areas of: agricultural, biological, or physical sciences, food technology, epidemiology, home economics, pharmacy, engineering, or nutrition. Specialized government or military training may be creditable if it is related directly to this position.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (with some related coursework, as described in number 2 above) is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-07 Level: One full year of directly related graduate education is qualifying for GS-7.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-09 Level: Two full years of directly related graduate education or a directly related master's degree is qualifying for GS-9.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education in excess of the first 18 semester hours directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.Additional informationThis announcement will be used to collect applications from applicants and will be used to fill vacancies as they become available.THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL: Position Requirements.Assignment Restrictions: FSIS Directive 4735.9, Office of Field Operations Assignment Restrictions and Rules on Gifts from Regulated Industry FSIS Directive 4735.9 Revision 2 (usda.gov), sets out the Agency's specific procedures regarding ethical employee conduct related to employee assignment restrictions and gifts from regulated establishments. Please click on this link and read directive prior to applying.Recruitment incentives are offered based on agency staffing needs and budgetary availability; service agreements apply. For detailed incentive information see: Career Profiles | FSIS.FSIS is pleased to offer a $5,000 sign on bonus paid out in one lump sum payment. This recruitment incentive requires a signed two-year service agreement, as well as satisfactory performance and conduct. The service agreement details conditions of receipt and acceptance of the incentive and is provided to new employees prior to entrance on duty. Funds will be collected for any periods of uncompleted service.Selectees may be eligible for Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual (CSALA)Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information please visit: PSLF Program.The position advertised offers a referral bonus award of $1,000. More than one award may be given subject to criteria being met. Current FSIS employees may be eligible for this award if they refer an applicant who later enters on duty and works at least 90 days with successful performance and conduct. The referred employee will have an opportunity to list the referring employee during the application process. There are some required restrictions on this award. Ineligible employees include: 1. Employees whose regular, recurring jobs include the recruitment of new employees. 2. Employees who are otherwise excluded from receiving Achievement Awards; 3. Selecting officials or other persons associated with the selection process of the referred employee; and 4. Any of the following relatives of the referred employee: Spouse, or parents thereof; Children, including stepchildren and adopted children, and spouses thereof; Parents, including stepparents; Siblings, including stepsiblings, and spouses thereof; Any individual related by blood or affinity whose close association with the employee is the equivalent of a family relationship.This position may be eligible for the Consumer Safety Inspector (CSI) Accelerated Promotion Program. This program makes exceptions to the time-in-grade and qualification requirements to allow a single accelerated career ladder promotion to a GS-7 or a GS-8 in less than one year. A mandatory training plan must be successfully completed before an individual is eligible to be promoted under this program.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Applications will be evaluated in accordance with Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Delegated Examining Procedures using category rating. Applicant who meet basic minimum qualifications will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. Category placement will be determined based on the applicant's quality of experience and the extent the possess the following competencies:Attention to DetailDecision MakingDependabilityFlexibilityInterpersonal SkillsResilienceSelf ManagementYour application, including the online Assessment Questionnaire, will be reviewed to determine if you meet (a) minimum qualification requirements and (b) the resume supports the answers provided to the job-specific questions. Your resume must clearly support your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position.Applicants who meet the basic minimum qualification requirements and are determined to be among the best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration.**REMINDER** Applicants - Be sure that experience/education as described on your resume contains accurate and sufficiently detailed information to clearly demonstrate that you have the listed competencies. All information used to evaluate your application must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Once the position is closed, no additional information will be accepted.If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.Note: If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your rating may be lowered to more accurately reflect the submitted documentation. Please follow instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Providing inaccurate information on Federal documents could be grounds for non-selection or disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal service.Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployed Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applications must receive a rating of at least 80 out of a possible 100.Clicking the link below will present a preview of the application form; i.e. the online questionnaire. The application form link below will only provide a preview and does not initiate the application process. To initiate the online application process, click the "Apply" button to the right.To view the application form, visit:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12288511Required DocumentsThe following documents are required for your applicant package to be complete. Our office cannot be responsible for incompatible software, illegible fax transmissions, delays in the mail service, your system failure, etc. Encrypted documents will not be accepted. Failure to submit required, legible documents may result in loss of consideration.- Resume that includes: 1) personal information such as name, address, contact information; 2) education; 3) detailed work experience related to this position as described in the major duties, including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; and title, series, grade (if applicable); 4) supervisor's phone number and whether or not the supervisor may be contacted for a reference check; 5) other qualifications. If you need assistance in creating a federal resume please click here.If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts. An unofficial copy is sufficient with the application; however, it must include student name, school name, and enough information to validate qualifications such as course names, prefixes, grades, semester or quarter credit hours, date degree was awarded, etc. If you are selected, you will be required to submit official transcripts prior to entering on duty. Education must have been successfully obtained from an accredited school, college, or university, visit Dept. of Education Accredited Schools. If any education was completed at a foreign institute, you must submit with your application evidence that the institute was appropriately accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as equivalent to U.S. education standards. For a list of private organizations that evaluate education, visit NACES. All transcripts must be in English or include an English translation.If claiming Veterans' Preference, you must submit a DD-214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, showing dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active duty, you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Enlisted Record Briefs and military identification do NOT qualify as official documentation. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Veterans' Preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive Veterans' Preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) you submitted.If claiming 10-point Veterans' Preference, you must provide the DD-214 or certification requirements (see above), plus the proof of entitlement of this preference as listed on the SF-15 Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference. The SF-15 should be included but is not required. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference see FedsHireVets.For more information regarding Veterans: Surplus or displaced employees eligible for CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP must provide: Proof of eligibility (RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for declining a transfer of function or directed reassignment to another commuting area, notice of disability annuity termination), SF-50 documenting separation (as applicable), and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with your application per 5 CFR 330.To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. Candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, applications must receive a rating of at least 70 out of a possible 100.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.How to ApplyPlease read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin. You must complete this application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.Applying online is highly encouraged. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, contact the Agency Contact listed below well before the closing date for an alternate method. All hardship application packages must be complete and submitted no later than noon ET on the closing date of the announcement to be entered into the system prior to its closing.This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.To begin, click "Apply Online" and follow the instructions to complete the Assessment Questionnaire and attach your resume and all required documents.Step 1: Create a USAJOBS account (if you do not already have one) at www.usajobs.gov. It is recommended that as part of your profile you set up automatic email notification to be informed when the status of your application changes. If you choose not to set up this automatic notification, then you will have to log into your USAJOBS account to check on the status of your application.Step 2: In your USAJOBS account, you will have the opportunity to select your stored USAJOBS resume, create a new resume or upload a resume, and upload other relevant documents. All uploaded documents must be less than 5MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, PDF, or Word (DOC or DOCX). See "Required Documents" for details. Select the document you want to submit.Step 3: Click "Apply Online," answer all required questions, verify the documents you selected from USAJOBS transferred into the Agency's staffing system, and attach any additional documents that may not have transferred or be required. If qualifying based on education, you must submit a legible copy of your college transcript(s), with your application package, showing your conferred degree (if any) and/or applicable coursework as proof that you qualify based on education. If you have not yet graduated, submit your current transcript.NOTE: It is an applicant's responsibility to submit updated information. You can update your application or documents anytime while the announcement is open. Simply log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Update Application" to continue.NOTE: Please verify that documents you are uploading from USAJOBs transfer into the Agency's staffing system as there is a limitation to the number of documents that can be transferred. However, once in the Agency's staffing system, you will have the opportunity to upload additional documents. Uploaded documents must be less than 5MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, PDF, TXT or Word (DOC or DOCX). Do not upload Adobe Portfolio documents because they are not viewable.If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment office, or another establishment that provides internet service to complete the online application and the assessment questionnaire. If this is not an option, refer to the Alternative Methods for Applying section below for specific instructions.Alternative Methods for Applying: If you are unable to apply using the internet, please fax your request for an application package along with your name and mailing address to: HR (Branch 2) 1-833-840-9219.Agency Contact.Jill SmithPhone 612-852-7752Fax 833-840-9219Email Jill.Smith@usda.gov         

NRIC Reactor Analysis Internship Summer 2025 at Idaho National Laboratory

Thursday, April 17, 2025
Employer: Idaho National Laboratory Expires: 04/22/2025 NRIC Reactor Analysis Internship Summer 2025 - (22817)Description Are you super passionate about accelerating nuclear deployment and seeking an exciting internship? If so, we have the opportunity you're looking for!Join us this summer for a paid internship where you will be performing reactor physics simulations on the Sodium-cooled Thermal-spectrum Advanced Research Test Reactor (STARTR) design. STARTR is an open-source microreactor design that will soon be added to the National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) Virtual Test Bed database. The ideal candidate will have experience with OpenMC or MCNP. As an intern, you will report to the NRIC group, which follows a 9x80 schedule and operates onsite at our Idaho Falls campus. The start date and duration of the internship are flexible and depend on project needs and your availability. Additionally, you may be eligible for course credit for this internship if it is approved by your university. Qualifications Minimum Requirements:Undergraduate senior or graduate master's student enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university studying Nuclear EngineeringA minimum overall (3.0) GPAAuthorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT)Application Requirements:Current Resume or CVUnofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs)Current class schedule and number of creditsCompensation and Benefits:Undergraduate Internships ($26.16/hour - $31.47/hour)Masters Internships and PhD Internships Pre-Candidacy ($32.87/hour - $35.26/hour)PhD Internships Post-Candidacy ($35.95/hour - $38.41/hour)Eligible interns are provided paid holiday time off, and many of our internships offer travel reimbursements.Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on degree field and level of education.INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.INL hosts over 550 undergraduate and graduate students each year to support INL’s mission. Opportunities for interns at INL range from nuclear engineering to cybersecurity and include non-scientific positions in several operations and business subject areas.Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable Accommodation We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.INL does not accept resumes from third-party vendors unsolicited.Questions? UniversityRecruiting@inl.gov

Senior Engineering Geologist (Supervisory) at State Water Resources Control Board

Thursday, April 17, 2025
Employer: State Water Resources Control Board - North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board Expires: 04/29/2025 To be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply, you must first create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created, you can search for job code 474039 to locate the job posting and apply. Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers once the job closes on 04/29/2025. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.Do you have experience with implementation and enforcement of environmental laws and regulations? Are you interested in a leadership position where you get to work independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary interagency team? If so, this may be the position for you! Apply today and join our team. The North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board’s Agriculture and Enforcement Division has an opening for a Senior Engineering Geologist (Supervisory). The position will be in Eureka (Humboldt County) at 930 6th Street, Eureka, CA 95501 in Downtown Eureka.Duties: Under the direction of the Supervising Water Resource Control Engineer of the Agriculture and Enforcement Division, and consistent with good customer service practices and the goals of the Water Boards, the incumbent supervises staff in the development and implementation of the Cannabis Cultivation Regulatory Program. Applicants can review the attached Duty Statement for more details.Additional information:Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey:https://forms.office.com/g/eR5w18jw3sYou will find additional information about the job in the Duty StatementJob type: Full-Time$11,104.00 - $13,898.00 per MonthThe Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.

Consumer Safety Inspector - Santa Fe, NM - $5,000 Sign on Bonus - Closes 4/23/25 at USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service

Thursday, April 17, 2025
Employer: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Expires: 04/23/2025 Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) PolicyReasonable accommodation policyFinancial suitabilitySelective ServiceNew employee probationary periodSignature and false statementsPrivacy ActSocial security number requestDutiesYOU WILL/MAY:Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by executing appropriate inspection methods, determining non-compliance with regulatory requirements, documenting noncompliance and initiating enforcement action, where warranted.Verify that meat and poultry slaughter and/or processing establishment's Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans meet regulatory requirements.Execute Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans effectively to prevent unsanitary conditions and adulteration of product.Review records, observe plant operations and conduct hands-on verification to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare detailed documentation (Non-Compliance Records) of non-compliance with regulatory requirements.Determine when regulatory control action is necessary. You will assess whether the plant's corrective or preventative actions are acceptable and effective, if there are trends in non-compliance, or if enforcement action is warranted.Conduct regulatory oversight activities inside plants in matters relating to other consumer protections (e.g., economic adulteration and misbranding).Have contact with plant managers, owners and others to explain legal and regulatory requirements, discuss operation of the plant's SSOP, HACCP plan and other food safety programs.Communicate and defend determinations on non-compliance issues and discuss plans for addressing non-compliance.Work with a variety of individuals to resolve problems, clarify differences of interpretation concerning HACCP and other food safety or consumer protection requirements.Advise other Agency inspectors, supervisors and officers on inspection and enforcement matters for which you are involved.Conduct various samplings, surveys and tests to obtain pertinent data on potential problem areas, industry trends, or other issues of current interest to the Agency.Be involved in performing health and safety verification sampling and tests for detection of specific microbes (e.g., salmonella, listeria, etc.), residues or contaminants.Assure that products approved for import are in full compliance with all applicable Federal regulations governing the importation of meat and poultry products.Authorize entry of all meat or poultry products considered to comply with Federal regulations or refuse entry of any products which violate any of the requirements for admission into this country.Coordinate with other Federal agencies (e.g., the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on such matters as animal health restrictions and refused entry lots. HelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentMust submit a resume documenting 52 weeks of specialized experience.Training as a condition of employment (TCOE) is required.You must begin the training within 90 days of the effective date of your selection, and you must successfully complete it within 12 months of the effective date of your selection.Selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.If selected you may be subject to a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI).Selectee may be subject to satisfactory completion of one-year probationary or trial period.U.S. Citizenship required.Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination.Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.Must be at least 18 years of age.If you are newly hired, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" system.Federal law requires the use of E-VERIFY to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.Under this system, the new hire is required to resolve any identified discrepancies as a condition of continued employment.If you are selected, you may need to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) prior to being appointed to determine suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.False statements or responses on a resume or application can jeopardize employment and may be grounds for disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 every Federal employee is required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of that employee's choosing.QualificationsYou must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the experience that would have been gained if working in this position or a similar, closely related position at the next lower level by the closing date of this announcement or the appropriate education substitution.See specialized experience definitions below.Specialized experience:For all grade levels:This experience should encompass at least two of the following areas:Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations,Skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally,Skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals.For the GS-05 Level: At least 52 weeks of qualifying experience gained under close supervision that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals. This experience should include several or all of the following: Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations, skill in developing written reports and reporting findings or results orally, and skill in maintaining effective personal contacts with a variety of individuals. Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aid, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.For the GS-07 Level: In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to perform standard and recurrent duties on an independent basis. Your resume should demonstrate at least 52 weeks of experience in independently carrying out routine, standard assignments on a regular and recurring basis that provided you with knowledge of the properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities and substances; such as: meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or other food for human consumption, and other ingestible substances, such as pharmaceuticals.For the GS-08 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-07 level). In addition to the qualifications above, working with the Federal Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspection Acts in order to inspect meat, poultry and egg products; working with basic SSOP and HACCP principles and practices in order to verify plant HAACP and SSOP responsibilities; performing basic mathematics and elementary statistical concepts and methods to perform testing and sampling procedures; and experience in reaching and interpreting conclusions.For the GS-09 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to at least the GS-08 level). In addition to the qualifications above, incumbents are expected to have experience working at a more independent level than lower graded CSIs, such as recommending refusal of exports and providing temporary coverage at locations outside of the official duty station.Such experience may have been acquired in work such as consumer safety inspector or inspection aide, food inspector, public health inspector, quality inspection specialist, or similar position with responsibility for sampling, quality control and sanitation in a food manufacturing or production environment, or similar environment for other ingestible items.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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Please view OPM's Qualifications Standards, Consumer Safety Inspector Series, GS-1862.The duties of a Consumer Safety Inspector are performed in a hazardous working environment. For additional information, please click here. The below requirements are not an all-inclusive list. Failure to fully meet a functional requirement is not automatically disqualifying.Applicants must:Be physically and medically able to efficiently perform the essential job functions, without being a direct threat to themselves and others.Have full range of motion to perform rapid repetitive twisting and working with arms above shoulder level.Be able to stand and walk on slippery and uneven floors and catwalks, and climbing stairs and ladders.Be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 30 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.Have manual dexterity of the upper body, including arms, hands, and fingers with a normal sense of touch in both hands.Have good near and distance vision, be free of chronic eye disease and have correctable vision of at least 20/40 in one eye.Have the ability to distinguish shades of color. Any significant degree of color blindness (more than 25 percent error rate on approved color plate test) may be disqualifying.Individuals with some hearing loss and/or requiring hearing amplification will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.EducationEducation may be used to qualify in lieu of specialized experience as described below.For the GS-05 level: Successful completion of a full 4 year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours/credits in any combination of coursework in the areas of: agricultural, biological, or physical sciences, food technology, epidemiology, home economics, pharmacy, engineering, or nutrition. Specialized government or military training may be creditable if it is related directly to this position.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (with some related coursework, as described in number 2 above) is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-07 Level: One full year of directly related graduate education is qualifying for GS-7.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.For the GS-09 Level: Two full years of directly related graduate education or a directly related master's degree is qualifying for GS-9.ORA combination of education and specialized experience. In this instance, only graduate education in excess of the first 18 semester hours directly related to the work of the position is creditable towards meeting the requirements, along with specialized work experience. The combination must equal 100% of the requirement. For example, if you have 33% of the education requirement, then you will need 67% of the specialized experience requirement.Agency contact information Nathan BrezinaPhone612-852-7672Emailnathan.brezina@usda.gov

Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspector Intern at Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

Thursday, April 17, 2025
Employer: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Expires: 04/29/2025 Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspector InternJob Class: InternAgency: MN Department of Natural ResourcesJob ID: 82759Location: VariousTelework Eligible: NoFull/Part Time: Full-TimeRegular/Temporary: InternWho May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekersDate Posted: 4/15/2025Closing Date: 4/28/2025Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural ResourcesDivision/Unit: Ecological & Water ResourcesWork Shift/Work Hours: Day ShiftDays of Work: VariesTravel Required: YesSalary Range: $19.00/hourClassified Status: Non-StatusBargaining Unit/Union: 223 - Non-Employee/UnrepresentedFLSA Status: NonexemptRe-Posting: YesDesignated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: NoThe work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.Job Summary This announcement was originally posted 1/02/2025 - 1/31/2025. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply. This is being reannounced with a limited number of remaining vacancies.Are you passionate about the environment and looking to gain transferable experience as a conservation professional? Watercraft Inspectors inform and educate the public to the threats of ecologically harmful aquatic invasive species to Minnesota's waters. Inspectors work at public water access sites inspecting watercraft for invasive species, provide educational information to watercraft users and conduct brief surveys. Inspectors may work in remote locations as part of a team, or independently. Inspectors also support Conservation Officers with roadside checks, execute invasive plant removal, and conduct natural resource projects as needed.Housing is not provided for these internships.Days of work and hours will vary. 40 hours a week is expected. Working weekends and holidays is required. Depending on intern availability, this internship has the possibility of extending until October 2025. Positions will be assigned to a variety of lake locations in the areas noted below. Incumbent driving duties include being able to transport themselves and their equipment to their scheduled worksite each day. Incumbents may have access to a state vehicle, however if a state vehicle is not available, the incumbent must have access to transportation to the worksite.This posting will be used to fill up to 7 vacancies in the following locations: Carlos (Lake Carlos State Park), Isle (Father Hennepin State Park), and Spicer. After the posting close date, we will email applicants directly to request their preferred work location.Qualifications Minimum QualificationsTo be eligible for an internship, you must meet the following requirements:1. You must be a student at an accredited educational institution; AND2. Your advisor must certify that you will either receive academic credit or fulfill an academic requirement. The signature of a sponsoring academic instructor is required prior to beginning an internship.AND• Willingness to work varying hours including weekends and holidays, in adverse weather conditions, and independently in the field in remote locations.• Analytical skills sufficient to examine watercraft or water-related equipment to verify compliance.• Interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to communicate regulations and compliance related information to a diverse community of recreational watercraft users.• Ability to collect and record detailed survey data.• Ability to follow regulatory protocols with minimal supervision independently and as part of a team.Preferred Qualifications• Majoring in one of the following: biology, ecology, environmental science, natural resources, fisheries and wildlife, enforcement, communications, recreation management, geology, sociology, psychology, or related field.• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks within a professional setting.• Demonstrated interest in environmental work through education, volunteer work, and/or hobbies.Additional RequirementsThis position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record.Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:•        Conflict of Interest Review•        Criminal History Check•        Education Verification•        Employment Reference / Records Check•        License / Certification VerificationApplication Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.ContactIf you have questions about this position, contact Travis Kinsell at travis.kinsell@state.mn.us or 320-753-0336.If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to assist with the application process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at ADA.DNR@state.mn.us.Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? A sense of purpose in their workConnection with their coworkers and communitiesOpportunities for personal and professional growthBenefits As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.Your benefits may include: Paid vacation and sick leave 12 paid holidays each year Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans Fertility care, including IVFDiabetes careDental and orthodontic care for adults and children 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted childrenPension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of deathShort-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injuryTax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-beingSupport to help you reach your career goals:Training, classes, and professional developmentFederal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performanceCommon sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issuesDaily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIESMinnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.

Watershed Resources Specialist at Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Employer: Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Expires: 04/24/2025 https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity/jobs/4877630-0/watershed-resource-specialist-7862A Watershed Resources Specialist performs environmental analyses, research, surveys, investigations and studies to manage natural resources within the Owens Valley, Mono Basin watersheds, and along the Los Angeles Aqueduct System; recommends management actions to improve water quality and avoid resource conflicts that may impact the City’s water supply; evaluates grazing systems and recreational uses on City lands and manages noxious weed populations; makes recommendations to ensure that land and water resources are used in a manner consistent with sound ecological land and watershed management practices; conducts forage inventories and vegetation monitoring programs related to management of water resources to avoid vegetation impacts while maintaining a reliable water supply for the City of Los Angeles; studies the distribution, habitat relationships and habitat suitability of wildlife; provides technical guidance and assistance in the preparation of environmental assessments and permits for water resource related projects; cooperates with federal, state, and local agencies in the improvement, management and protection of the City’s watershed; develops and implements habitat restoration and management plans for various restoration and mitigation efforts; makes public presentations on related resource issues; assists in providing technical support for legal hearings regarding water resources issues; may supervise and/or direct a group of professional employees engaged in all types of work listed above; and does related work.

Chemist Series (216355) at Kansas Department of Health & Environment

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Employer: Kansas Department of Health & Environment - Public Health Expires: 04/29/2025 Job Title: Chemist Series Job ID: 216355Location: Shawnee CountyJob Posting Closes: April 28, 2025 Kansas Department of Health and Environment:  Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans.About the PositionWho can apply: Anyone (External)Classified/Unclassified Service: UnclassifiedFull-Time/Part-Time: Full-TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularWork Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)Eligible to Receive Benefits: YesVeterans' Preference Eligible: YesCompensation: Pay Range: Chemist I - $27.56 per hourChemist II - $28.37 per hourChemist III - $29.18 per hourChemist IV - $30.00 per hour* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Employment BenefitsComprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverageSick & Vacation leaveWork-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leavePaid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)Fitness Centers in select locationsEmployee discounts with the STAR ProgramRetirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…  Position Summary & ResponsibilitiesThe position (K0228437)The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is seeking a talented chemist to join the Inorganic unit in Topeka. This unit tests a variety of analytes in water, soil and other matrices for environmental pollutants using EPA methods. Primary duties involve testing metals, nutrients using ICPMS, ICPOES, Discrete analyzer, Ion Chromatography.Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:   Performs analysis of ammonia, total phosphorus and TKN in water and soil samples using discrete analysis following EPA methods 350, 365 and 351. This includes reagent and standard preparation, instrument maintenance and waste disposal. Performs analysis of pH, alkalinity and conductivity following the EPA and standard methods 150, SM2320B and 120. This includes reagent and standard preparation, instrument maintenance and waste disposal.Work as an integral part of the Inorganic and RadChem Unit by providing support to other analysts when the workload demands.  Monitors inventory of supplies needed for analysis QualificationsEducation:  Bachelor's degree in a natural science field with a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.Licensing & Certification:Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.         Minimum Qualifications:  Chemist IBachelor's degree in a natural science field with a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.Chemist IIBachelor's degree in a natural science field with a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.AND 1+ years of experience in an environmental laboratory setting.OR master’s degree in a natural science field. Must have at least a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.AND must be cross trained into an additional laboratory unit within 6 months of hire.Chemist IIIBachelor's degree in a natural science field with a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.AND 4+ years of experience in an environmental laboratory setting.OR PhD in a natural science field. Must have at least a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.OR master’s degree in a natural science field AND 2+ years of experience an environmental laboratory setting. Must have at least a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.AND must be cross trained into an additional laboratory unit within 6 months of hire.AND must attend and obtain a certificate for EPA Certification Officer training within 18 months of hire.OR must attend and obtain a certificate for TNI Basic Assessor training within 18 months of hire.OR must serve on the chemical threat team for emergency preparedness.Chemist IVBachelor's degree in a natural science field with a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.AND 10+ years of experience in an environmental laboratory setting.OR 5+ years of experience in an environmental laboratory setting AND PhD in a natural science field. Must have at least a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.OR 7+ years of experience an environmental laboratory setting AND a master’s degree in a natural science field.  Must have at least a minimum of 25 hours in chemistry. Experience in the natural science field may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency.AND must be cross trained into a total of 3 laboratory units within 1 year of hire.OR sit on a TNI committee.OR sit on an APHL committee.AND must attend and obtain a certificate for EPA Certification Officer training within 18 months of hire.AND must attend and obtain a certificate for TNI Basic Assessor training within 18 months of hire.Preferred Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in chemistry.Knowledgeable of EPA environmental analytical techniques for inorganic & radiological analytes.Knowledge of radionuclide counting techniques, statistics, radio-analytical techniques.Radio Chemistry Safety protocols.Operation of ICP-OES.Operation of ICP-MS.Proofreading, editing, attention to detail.Word, Excel. Recruiter Contact InformationName: Ashley WebbEmail: Ashley.Webb@ks.gov Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612 Please include the Job ID number when emailing.  Job Application Process:  Only applications submitted within our State of Kansas Careers Portal will be considered.  First Sign in or register as a New User at https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs Complete or update your contact information on the State of Kansas Careers Portal > My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.Upload required documents listed for each specific job posting. Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and submit when it is complete.Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page.Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page.Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions." 

Epidemiologist (215604) at Kansas Department of Health & Environment

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Employer: Kansas Department of Health & Environment - Public Health Expires: 04/29/2025 Job Title: Epidemiologist Job ID: 215604Location: Statewide Job Posting Closes: April 28, 2025  Kansas Department of Health and Environment:  Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans. About the PositionWho can apply: Anyone (External)Classified/Unclassified Service: UnclassifiedFull-Time/Part-Time: Full-TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularWork Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)Eligible to Receive Benefits: YesVeterans' Preference Eligible: Yes Compensation: Hourly Pay Range:  $27.51 - $31.04* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.  Employment BenefitsComprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverageSick & Vacation leaveWork-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leavePaid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)Fitness Centers in select locationsEmployee discounts with the STAR ProgramRetirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…  Position Summary & ResponsibilitiesThe position (K0242797)The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has an Epidemiologist opening. The Bureau of Epidemiology and Public Health Informatics is seeking a field epidemiologist within our Infectious Disease and Epidemiology Response Section to provide epidemiological support for local health departments (LHDs) in eastern Kansas pertaining to investigation of complex or unusual infectious disease cases and large or complicated outbreaks, reporting and surveillance for reportable diseases, data analysis, and public health training and education. This position is permitted to work exclusively remote and is not required to reside within eastern Kansas but required to reside within the state of Kansas. Travel may be required to assist local health departments in significant case or outbreak investigations. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:   Participate in the epidemiologist on-call rotation providing 24-hour technical assistance to the public, local health departments, and healthcare professionals.Provide technical assistance to LHDs for investigation of complex or unusual infectious disease cases and outbreaks, including providing guidance on how to conduct investigations.Enhance the recognition, reporting and investigation of outbreaks and actively support LHD management of outbreaks. For large outbreaks this may include engaging appropriate partners and stakeholders, development and strengthening of collaborations, and development of targeted communication messages for specific groups.Provide information and updates to LHDs on infectious disease guidance through webinars and/or written communications.Provide training and education for LHD staff on disease surveillance, reporting, and prevention and control through in-person meetings, webinars, or recorded trainings.Serve as a liaison between KDHE and LHDs to enhance information sharing and situational awareness and foster a collaborative environment between LHDs and local and state stakeholders.Engage with LHDs and local health partners through outreach, by sharing local, regional, and state level data, and through public health consultation and education as needed.Organize regular regional meetings with LHDs, field epidemiologists, public health nurses, and KDHE program staff to sustain communication and provide educational and training opportunities.Conduct annual individual county needs assessments and utilize results to identify further areas for field epi support and training.Provide data analysis support to LHDs by responding to requests for surveillance data. Field epis will generate specific surveillance reports for individual counties and the region on a regular and as needed basis to assist in identifying trends in infectious diseases to inform public health action. QualificationsEducation:  Master’s of Public Health or Master’s of Science degree.Licensing & Certification:Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.Minimum Qualifications:  Master’s of Public Health or Master’s of Science degree.Preferred Qualifications:  Experience in applied epidemiology or statistical analysis.SAS, R, other statistical packages.Proofreading, editing, attention to detail.Experience or training in concepts for prevention and control of infectious diseases.Ability to establish and maintain relationships with colleagues and outside partners.Ability to communicate effectively with others.Ability to conduct comprehensive analyses on disease surveillance data.Familiarity of an electronic disease surveillance system. Recruiter Contact InformationName: Ashley WebbEmail: Ashley.Webb@ks.gov Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612Please include the Job ID number when emailing. Job Application Process:  Only applications submitted within our State of Kansas Careers Portal will be considered.  First Sign in or register as a New User at https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs Complete or update your contact information on the State of Kansas Careers Portal > My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.Upload required documents listed for each specific job posting. Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and submit when it is complete.Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page.Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page.Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions." 

Youth Employment Coordinator at City of Racine

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Employer: City of Racine - City of Racine - Human Resources Expires: 04/30/2025 City of Racine residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Link to Facebook: City of Racine, Youth Employment Program - YEP | Racine WI | FacebookINTRODUCTIONThe City of Racine is seeking an experienced, collaborative, energetic, and innovative Youth Employment Coordinator to continue the City’s efforts to implement youth employment programs in partnership with City departments. The Youth Employment Coordinator will be responsible for leading the summer’s Youth Employment Program, outreach, and recruitment of City youths to fill positions, building community partnership as a pathway to employment with the City, and creating overall meaningful experiences for City youths.  The Youth Employment Coordinator will work with City Departments to help create and promote internships, mentoring, job shadowing, and other opportunities for the City’s youth to experience and be excited about the wide array of career paths possible within the City of Racine. POSITION PURPOSEThe Youth Employment Coordinator will work in the Human Resources Department and report to the Equity Officer. The position is grant funded and authorized through December 31, 2026, as a limited-term employee (LTE) or contracted services.Note: The candidate will have access to full-time benefits during this term. Extension of the term is possible.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the Youth Employment Program and address the needs of young people in our community.Responsible for promoting and monitoring all aspects of our summer Youth Employment Program and creating opportunities throughout City departments for City youth to gain meaningful work experience.Organize workshops and training sessions to help youth develop essential workplace skills,Work with the Human Resources Department and other Departments as necessary to connect City youth jobs participants and other City youth into City jobs pipelines.Work with City departments to find and create supervised summer youth employment placements.Perform Human Resources duties including utilizing database system, posting positions, conducting interview, data entry and onboarding.Provide guidance, counseling, and mentorship to young people participating in the program.Design and distribute outreach materials and social media campaigns to promote youth employment opportunities.Build and maintain relationships with schools, employers, and other community organizations to create partnerships and access resources.Recruit, interview, and oversee the selection of candidates.Data collection and analysisWork alongside the payroll department for all payroll and accounting needsImplement programs consistent with the City’s objectives in diversity and equity planning.Identify and assist in the preparation of youth employment grants to bring in additional resources to strengthen these City efforts.Participate in regional, statewide, and national youth employment learning opportunities and collaborations to identify and bring best practices and innovations to the City of Racine.ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE POSITION:Fast-paced office environmentAbility to work on multiple tasks.Ability to complete time-sensitive tasks with many interruptions such as phone calls and questions from employees and the general public. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in education, communications, public administration or related field from an accredited college or university.2 years or more experience managing, implementing and/or enhancing an education or workforce development program.Working with youth of various backgrounds and experiences.DESIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Demonstrated experience building community partnerships to meet recruitment goals.Experience working in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Clear understanding of the need to integrate equity principles into an organization’s hiring, retention, and inclusion policies and practices.Experience using data and performance metrics to measure programs, projects, and initiatives at organizational-wide and departmental levels.Skilled decision-maker able to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities.An accessible, approachable leader.Ability to communicate messages and presentations skillfully and effectively to stakeholders clearly and concisely.Demonstrated skills in group facilitation and experience working collaboratively and successfully with staff who hold divergent opinions or viewpoints.Ability to serve as an internal resource, working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.Knowledge and ability to lead people through a change process.Ability to collect, analyze, and utilize data and provide clear, accessible reports.Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Google Docs, Excel, and PowerPoint.Effectively manages multiple, concurrent priorities with minimal supervision.Strong skills to successfully implement, and lead projects from inception through completion. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:Standing, walking, sitting, and stooping; kneeling, crouching, balancing, and bending/twisting; reaching, feeling, talking, and hearing; lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, and handling, grasping, and fingering; filing, typing, writing, etc. ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE POSITION:Face-pace office environmentAbility to work on multiple tasks.Ability to complete time-sensitive tasks with many interruptions such as phone calls and questions from employees and the general public.This job description is intended to identify essential duties and illustrates other types of duties that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the City of Racine.  The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Correctional Officer (Correctional Counselor) at Federal Bureau of Prisons

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Employer: Federal Bureau of Prisons Expires: 04/23/2025 Duties The Correctional Counselor develops and implements programs within the unit to meet the individual needs of the inmates confined, to include individual as well as group counseling.As part of the institution intake process (Admissions & Orientation), must interview newly admitted inmates.The Correctional Counselor plays a key role in maintaining and enhancing the security of the unit and institution by their extensive contacts with the inmates.Serves as the unit expert and coordinator on matters pertaining to: (a) inmate personal property, including incoming and outgoing package approvals; and (b) trust fund activities, including inmate withdrawals and special purchase orders.Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff’s correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.Qualifications To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:Education:There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.ORExperience:You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade in federal service. This experience must have equipped the applicant with the qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position.Some examples of this qualifying experience are: Experience in work such as police officer, social worker or mental health counselor in a residential facility or detention officer.Experience in conducting individual and group counseling sessions.Experience conducting internal and external audits.Experience in coordinating matters pertaining to inmate personal property and involvement in the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Inmate Intake Process and inmate Admission and Orientation process.Experience following policy to respond to the Administrative Remedy grievance process.Experience coordinating re-entry programs.ANDMedical Requirement:The Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons has established the following medical requirements for Correctional Officer positions:The duties of these positions involve unusual mental and nervous pressure and require arduous physical exertion involving prolonged walking and standing, restraining of prisoners in emergencies, and participating in escape hunts. Applicants must be physically capable of performing efficiently the duties of these positions and be free from such defects or disease as may constitute employment hazards to themselves or others. The duties of a Correctional Officer are arduous; and sound health as well as physical fitness is required.If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities.**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**Education  See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable.ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here.Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S. Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education (i.e. basic education requirement and/or substitution of education), you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.

Crime Victim Rights Investigator at Minnesota Department of Public Safety

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Employer: Minnesota Department of Public Safety - Office of Justice Programs Expires: 04/29/2025 **Hybrid Eligible:** Employees may telework up to 50% or more, depending on the position and the needs of the division. Employees who live 75 miles or more from their permanent work location and reside within the state or in a county bordering the state may be allowed to telework more than 50% with approval from the division director. The Crime Victim Rights Investigator will assist the director of the Crime Victim Justice Unit by conducting impartial investigations of alleged misconduct or statutory violations of victims' rights by criminal justice agencies or their representatives.  Incumbent will provide information to crime victims/witnesses, monitor compliance with victim rights statutes through the collection of data and provide information and training to criminal justice and victim service professionals regarding victim rights and other crime victim-related topics.Qualifications Minimum QualificationsTwo years of experience working with crime victims and in the criminal justice system.  Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social services or related field may substitute for one year of experience. Experience to include the following:Knowledge and experience with MN laws relating to crime victims and their rights sufficient to understand, critically analyze and address complex issues related to victims; Familiarity with the MN criminal justice system, including law enforcement response, criminal prosecution, court procedures, and post-conviction.Requires mobility sufficient to carry files, sit at computer terminal, transport large files and equipment, and be able to set up displays; and require ability to travel throughout the state.Excellent written and verbal skills, with ability to speak publiclyComputer skills, including proficiency with Power Point, Excel, and Microsoft Word.Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.Applicants that meet the above qualifications may be further evaluated on:Experience in managing multiple tasks, with attention to detail, organization, and meeting deadlines. Skills in human relations sufficient to build and maintain positive relationships among professional colleagues, criminal justice professionals, and community stakeholders.Knowledge and understanding of the network of services available to victims and the criminal justice system.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in criminal justice, social services, legal or related fieldFour years' experience working in the criminal justice and/or crime victim services field with knowledge of needs of special populations; MN data practices act; and Crime Victim Bill of Rights.Two years experience as a presenter/trainer; strong analytical and interpersonal skills.Ability to adapt to organizational changes.Physical RequirementsRequires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier material with help from others and moving and transporting light objects frequently. Even though the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move to a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods of time.Additional RequirementsThis position requires successful completion of the following:It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:1) criminal history2) reference check3) drivers license checkApplication Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.ContactIf you have questions about this position, contact Megan Lund at megan.lund@state.mn.us .To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Megan Lund at megan.lund@state.mn.us.About Public Safety Dept The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state.  DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? A sense of purpose in their workConnection with their coworkers and communitiesOpportunities for personal and professional growthBenefits As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.Your benefits may include: Paid vacation and sick leave 12 paid holidays each year Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans Fertility care, including IVFDiabetes careDental and orthodontic care for adults and children 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted childrenPension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of deathShort-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injuryTax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-beingSupport to help you reach your career goals:Training, classes, and professional developmentFederal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performanceCommon sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issuesDaily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIESMinnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.For accommodations or questions about accessibility specifically relating to this job announcement, please email the Internal Affairs/Affirmative Action Division at marna.johnson@state.mn.us or 651-539-1875.

Environmental Scientist at State Water Resources Control Board

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Employer: State Water Resources Control Board - Office of Enforcement Expires: 04/29/2025 To be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply, you must first create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created, you can search for job code 474158 to locate the job posting and apply. Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers once the job closes on 04/29/2025. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.Are you looking for an exciting position protecting and preserving the state’s water resources? If you enjoy a fast-paced position conducting outdoor inspections at cannabis cultivation sites throughout the state, this may be the position for you! The State Water Resources Control Board’s Office of Enforcement is looking for an Environmental Scientist (ES) to join the Cannabis Enforcement Unit. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule and is based at 801 K Street, 23rd Floor, Sacramento, in the heart of downtown, next to light rail stations and other public transportation.The Environmental Scientist in the Cannabis Enforcement Unit conducts inspections and investigations at cannabis cultivation sites statewide. The ES evaluates compliance with statewide regulations and facilitates enforcement actions pursuant to the California Water Code. In this role, the ES uses a variety of investigative techniques and research tools including Geographic Information System (GIS), LandVision, Google Maps, and the California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS) to produce formal and informal actions. In addition, the ES develops and coordinates clean-up and abatement efforts between the State Water Board, Regional Water Board, state and local partner agencies, and the property owner/responsible party.Additional information:Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey:https://forms.office.com/g/eR5w18jw3sYou will find additional information about the job in the Duty StatementJob type: Full-Time$4,269.00 - $8,877.00 per MonthThe Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.

Environmental Scientist at State Water Resources Control Board

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Employer: State Water Resources Control Board - Division of Drinking Water Expires: 04/28/2025 To be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply, you must first create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created, you can search for job code 473123 to locate the job posting and apply. Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers once the job closes on 04/28/2025. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.Are you looking for an exciting and fulfilling career that is instrumental in the protection of the environment? The State of California is seeking a dedicated Environmental Scientist to join our dynamic team as a laboratory assessor.  You will drive the enhancement of laboratory capabilities throughout the state, directly influencing the quality and reliability of environmental monitoring and protection.  We offer a unique opportunity to apply your scientific expertise within a supportive and innovative team, dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement.  Apply today and join us.The State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water has an opening for an Environmental Scientist in the Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) of the Division of Drinking Water’s (DDW) Program Management Branch.  The position may be filled at one of the following DDW’s Field Office locations:Redding – 364 Knollcrest Drive, Suite 101, Redding, CA 96002.Sacramento – 1001 I Street, 17th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814.Santa Rosa – 50 D Street, Suite 200, Santa Rosa, CA 95404.Richmond – 850 Marina Bay Parkway, Building P, 2nd Floor, Richmond, CA 94804.Monterey – 1 Lower Ragsdale Drive, Building 1, Suite 120, Monterey, CA 93940.Lodi – 3021 Reynolds Ranch Parkway, Suite 260, Lodi, CA 95240.Fresno – 265 West Bullard Avenue, Suite 101, Fresno, CA 93704.Carpinteria – 11809 Eugenia Place, Suite 200, Carpinteria, CA 93013.Bakersfield – 4925 Commerce Drive, Suite 120, Bakersfield, CA 93309.Glendale – 500 North Central Avenue, Suite 500, Glendale, CA 91203.Santa Ana – 2 MacArthur Place, Suite 150, Santa Ana, CA 92707.San Bernardino – 464 West 4th Street, Room 437, San Bernardino, CA 92401.San Diego – 2375 Northside Drive, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92108.Additional information:Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey:https://forms.office.com/g/eR5w18jw3sYou will find additional information about the job in the Duty StatementJob type: Full-Time$4,269.00 - $8,877.00 per MonthThe Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.

Quality Assurance Test Automation Engineer (Information Technology Specialist I) at California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Employer: California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation Expires: 04/30/2025 About the DFPIThe Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) is California’s financial regulator, working to protect consumers by examining and licensing financial activities and taking action against unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices. We oversee state-chartered banks, credit unions, student loan servicers, and more. The DFPI has office locations in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco. The DFPI offers benefit packages, competitive salary, a robust training program and opportunities for advancement.Position DetailsJob Code #:JC-474465Position #(s):410-113-1402-203Working Title:Quality Assurance Test Automation EngineerClassification:INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I$6,323.00 - $8,475.00 A$6,954.00 - $9,319.00 B$7,635.00 - $10,230.00 C# of Positions:1Work Location:Sacramento Telework:HybridJob Type:Permanent, Full TimeJob Description and DutiesThe Department of Financial Protection and Innovation is recruiting for one, Permanent, Full-time Information Technology Specialist I position within the Information Technology Service Division. This position will be located in the Sacramento office. This recruitment may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of these positions within the next 180 days.Under the direction of the Application Development Unit (AppDev) Manager, the Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I) works independently as the recognized technical specialist on the system testing and application testing of the most complex software systems and software activities. Final Filing Date: 4/29/2025Examination InformationApplicants will need to take and pass the online Information Technology Specialist I exam/assessment to be eligible to apply for Information Technology Specialist I positions. Please visit: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1750Minimum QualificationsTwo years as an Information Technology Associate; orFour years of general information technology experience performing technical and/or analytical tasks for computer systems or services in any of the six domains or emerging information technology fields; or120 semester units (or 180 quarter units) from an accredited college or university including at least 15 semester units (or 22.5 quarter units) of information technology or closely related course work; orAny equivalent combination of experience and education.When using education to meet minimum qualifications, education must include the specified information technology or closely related course work. Closely related course work refers to a course of study involving the study of computing, such as software engineering, computer engineering, Management Information Systems, Geographic Information System, and computing technology.Consider a rewarding and challenging career with the DFPI!DFPI Website: www.dfpi.ca.gov

Doctoral Candidates in Bioinorganic Medicinal Chemistry at Technische Universität Braunschweig

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Employer: Technische Universität Braunschweig Expires: 04/25/2025 With more than 16,000 students and 3,800 employees, the Technische Universität Braunschweig is one of Germany´s leading institutes of technology. It stands for strategic and performance-oriented thinking and acting, relevant research, committed teaching, and the successful transfer of knowledge and technologies to the economy and society. We consistently advocate for family friendliness and equal opportunities.Our research focuses are mobility, engineering for health, metrology, and city of the future. Strong engineering and natural sciences are our core disciplines. These are closely interconnected with economics, social and educational sciences and humanities.Our campus is located in the midst of one of the most research-intensive regions in Europe. We work successfully together with over 20 research institutions in our neighborhood as we do with our international partner universities.Starting from the earliest possible date and until 31.12.2026, the group of Prof. Ingo Ott at the Institute of Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry is looking forDoctoral Candidates in the field of Bioinorganic Medicinal Chemistry (m/f/d)(EG 13 TV-L, part-time)The part-time (50%) position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of 36 months. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to pursue a doctorate.The group of Prof. Ingo Ott at the Institute of Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry has long-lasting experience in the field of Bioinorganic Medicinal Chemistry, which deals with the research on metal-based drug candidates. The group has developed broad expertise in synthetic organometallic chemistry, pharmaceutical analytics and bioanalytics of metal complexes, cell culture methods for the evaluation of anticancer drug candidates, and microbiological methods for the study of anti-infective agents.Your tasksYou will carry out research in the area of Bioinorganic Medicinal ChemistryYou will work on a highly interdisciplinary project integrating at least two of the above-mentioned fields of expertiseYou will publish research findings and participate in national and international conferencesYou will be involved in teaching at the University (preparation and implementation of courses as well as supervision of students’ work).Your QualificationsYou have a degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Microbiology or a related field.You have very good knowledge of the English language.You are flexible, can perform under pressure and work well in a team.You are aiming for a doctorate.We offerWork on exciting future-oriented research topics in an inspiring work environment as part of the university communityA vibrant campus life in an international atmosphere with lots of intercultural offers and international cooperationsPay in accordance with the collective agreement TV-L (a special payment at the end of the year as well as a supplementary benefit in the form of a company pension, comparable to a company pension in the private sector) including 30 days' vacation per yearFlexible working and part-time options and a family-friendly university culture, awarded the "Family-friendly university" audit since 2007Special continuing education programs for young scientists, a postdoc program, as well as other offerings from the Central Personnel Development Department and sports activities.Further notesWe welcome applicants of all nationalities. At the same time, we encourage people with severe disabilities to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Please attach a proof of disability to your application. We are also working on the fulfilment of the Central Equality Plan based on the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz—NGG) and strive to reduce under-representation in all areas and positions as defined by the NGG. Therefore, applications from women are particularly welcome in this case.The personal data will be stored for the purpose of processing the application. By submitting your application, you agree that your data may be stored and processed electronically for application purposes in compliance with the provisions of data protection law. Further information on data protection can be found in our data protection regulations at www.tu-braunschweig.de/datenschutzerklaerung-bewerbungen . Application costs cannot be reimbursed.Deadline for applications is 25 April 2025Are you interested? Please send your application preferably as as a single pdf-file via email to ingo.ott@tu-braunschweig.de. Please include a motivation letter, CV, transcript of records from your current university and/or other relevant certificates.