transgenic, multi-line mouse colonies. Duties to include: Conduct metabolic, cardiovascular, and neurophysiological experiments on animals (rodents) involving vascular cannulation and blood pressure recording, nerve activity recordings, metabolic cages etc Work closely with the OAR facility and veterinarian staff to address concerns of animal care.
Serve as liaison between the lab and OAR and IACUC Order and maintain records of drugs/chemical agents and other supplies Maintain, conduct, and document laboratory equipment inventories according to university policy and under the direction of the designated department administrator Manage the talents, strengths and behaviors of each
individual in a diverse work group, while providing each member including students and postdoctoral fellows with the opportunity to contribute to the goals of the unit.
Work to assure that all employees are respected and treated consistent with University policies in regard to equal employment opportunity and diversity Coordinate the analysis of research findings and prepares detailed summaries for submission to lab members, collaborators, sponsoring agencies etc Our mission is to inspire and educate world class health care providers and scientists for the people of Iowa and our global community. Researchers in the College's over 280 laboratories are served by state-of-the-art core research
facilities and research support facilities. Much of the research conducted is interdisciplinary and collaborations are fostered and coordinated through major research centers, institutes and programs.
Many faculty members are internationally renowned for their research. Two faculty members are Howard Hughes Institute Investigators, 12 are members of the Institute of Medicine and two are members of the National Academy of Sciences. Percent of Time: 100%Staff Type: Professional & Scientific Type of Position: Specified Term. Initial appointment is for one year. Appointment may be extended based on performance and availability of funding. Pay Grade: 4A hr. uiowa.
edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans For more information about Why Iowa? click here Required Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in a biomedical related field, animal science, veterinary technology or other related science program or an equivalent combination of education A minimum of 1-3 years of progressively responsible experience in an animal caretaking or research laboratory environment Experience with surgical procedures in mice particularly vascular cannulation and/or brain site specific injections Desirable Qualifications Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills Experience with Microsoft Excel and Power Point Familiar with procedures and regulations related to animal care Ability to work independently while being accountable and efficient with time management Previous experience with rodent colony management and caretaking IACUC knowledge and familiarity with up to date compliance rules and regulations Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
For questions, contact Anne Beyerink at onal Information Classification Title: Research Associate Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 4A Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Anne Beyerink Contact Email: University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, interaction, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.
S. veteran, service in the U. S. military, interactionual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
incoming freight and checks the material for damages or shortages. Distributes material to the proper stock locations. Fills special orders and/or backorders as material is received. Follows up with appropriate departments, carriers and/or vendors on receiving discrepancies, damages and shortages.
Maintains assigned inventory stock locations making sure the material that is put away has the correct locator and the shelves are kept neat and orderly. Fills orders for delivery to customers. Informs proper departments of “stock outs”, inventory discrepancies and other inventory problems or concerns. Responsibilities Essential Functions Receives incoming freight and checks the material for
damages or shortages. Distributes material to the proper stock locations. Fills special orders and/or backorders as material is received. Follows-up with appropriate departments, carriers and/or vendors on receiving discrepancies, damages and shortages.
Checks and packs material to be delivered. Should have a full understanding of truck routes and may coordinate deliveries with our own trucks, assigned freight companies or other carriers based on special requests or the best way to ship material. Maintains shipping equipment and keeps work area clean and safe. Maintains assigned inventory stock locations making sure material put away has the correct locator and the shelves are kept neat
and orderly. Fills orders for delivery to customers. Assures all batched managed material is labeled accurately and inventoried, as needed.
Maintains delivery vehicle in clean, good working condition and monitors maintenance and mileage data, as appropriate. Maintains daily driver logs and vehicle inspection sheets, as appropriate. Operates and maintains all equipment in a safe manner and adheres to all local, state, and federal traffic and safety regulations. Supports the operations functions of the warehouse. Informs proper departments of “stock outs”, inventory discrepancies and other inventory problems or concerns. Non-essential Functions May assist the City Desk and Will Call areas in providing customer service functions including, but not limited to, order entry, filling orders, processing returns, expediting, technical assistance, Will Call, and other functions, as needed.
May provide delivery of material to customer sites. Assists with loading and unloading of trucks. Notifies supervisor of any building or equipment maintenance, repair needs and/or any security concerns. Assists with other duties/projects as assigned by supervisor/manager. Qualifications Two-years of work experience preferred. Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and knowledge of electrical products/systems is also preferred.
If the employee will be driving, the following criteria must be met candidate must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license to operate company vehicle and a current medical certification may be required. PC working knowledge for Windows, Internet, email and SAP software is a plus. Skills and Abilities Two-years of work experience preferred. Prior warehouse distribution experience including forklift operation and knowledge of electrical products/systems is also preferred. If the employee will be driving, the following criteria must be met candidate must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license to operate company vehicle and a current medical certification may be required.
PC working knowledge for Windows, Internet, email and SAP software is a plus. Physical Requirements Lift and carry requirements (weight and frequency): Occasionally 0 – 33% Frequently 34 – 66% Continuously: 67 – 100% Lift from Floor to Waist:
WE WILL TRAIN! In this position, you will assist with set-up, daily production, and scheduling of machines, along with assisting with continuous improvement projects. EOE/Drug-Free Workplace Qualified candidates will possess the following: 2-5 years of roll mill/machine set up experience a plus but we are willing to train the right candidate Ability to read blueprints Experience in a quality environment Exhibit problem solving skills Good communication skills Conductix-Wampfler offers a great starting wage, with health, dental, and life insurance, 401k plan, paid vacation/personal time and holidays, profit sharing and tuition reimbursement program.
Drug-free workplace/EOE SUMMARY
Perform various duties to setup and operate 8-Bar- Saflec processor, cover machine with print number coder and cover cut to length saw for standard bar items, perform various duties to set up and operate curve bar area.
Items such as building expansion, curving a variety of 8-Bar, Hevi-Bar, the cutting of wires and handling for special orders. Setup, operate and maintain 8-Bar roll mill, cap roll mill c-track, Cluster Bar roll mill, Safelec 2 roll mill machine, package machine, punch press and cut off dies by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Know capacity and operate forklift and overhead crane.
Bridgeport mills, punch press and use a variety of hand tools.
Set up and operate punch presses, drill presses, Bridgeport, saw, sanders, wire strippers, wire cutter, 8-Bar curve machine, C-Channel curve machine and an assortment of hand tools. Have a good understanding of the operations of air, hydraulics and electrical systems. Must be able to fix problems involving these systems with minimal supervision. Complete, schedule and propose preventative maintenance on equipment in this area. Measure boards using measuring tape, mark cutting lines and saw to required sizes. Construct pallets, boxes, or crates using staple gun with hammer, nails, and 3/4" Bandar.
Operate table and radial saw. Operate floor controlled 2-ton overhead crane, transport and position materials by following established procedures and safety rules. Use chains, grabs, slings and spreader bar to handle materials using care to prevent materials from slipping, dropping, or being damaged during the move. Thorough knowledge of 8-Bar department workflow. Perform visual as well as physical inspection of product, raw material, and purchased material to insure quality work. Select parts and materials with proper identification and location in accordance of engineering blueprint to work order process sheets.
Must involve accurate counting and identification of parts with size, measurement and description. Read and understand blueprints. Must be able to work from blueprint, work orders, pick list, and verbal or written instructions to perform duties. Detect and report improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to proper supervisor Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirement. Set up and operate machine to punch, cut or process bar. Pushes button or depresses pedal to activate machine. Observes machine operation to detect defects or machine malfunction.
Measure work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operations. Perform minor machine maintenance such as oiling machine, dies or work pieces. Assists machine operators to set up machine and stack, mark, pack and transport finished product. Use and understand roll forming chart. Efficient at removing and replacing tooling while inspecting tooling for wear. Troubleshoot problems with minimal supervision. Perform visual as well as physical inspection of equipment such as; roll tooling, roller stand, punch press, and cut off dies.
Use various measuring instruments such as; tape, dial calipers, micrometer, square and protractor. Maintain accurate timecards, work orders and pick lists. Detect and report improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to proper supervisor. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Use and follow prescribed safety rules and regulations, lock out/tag out procedures and maintain quality standards. Find ways to reduce set up and production times. Must be willing to strive for new ideas, improvements, and quality standards. Maintains and sustains 5S within the department.
Supports the Quality and EHS policy. Upholds Core Values. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. COMPETENCIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS POSITION Analytical - Able to read blueprints; Able to follow workflow processes and procedures and make suggestions for improvement; Use measuring instruments; Determine correct tolerance.
Design - Generate creative solutions; Use feedback to modify designs; Demonstrates attention to detail. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Can identify print errors and work to make the needed corrections. Project Management - Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time; Participates in team activities. Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others; Handles the technical aspects of their duties.
Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on resolving conflict, not blaming; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication - Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts the success of the team above own interests.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Accepts feedback from others. Quality - Looks for ways to improve quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to make improvements. Business Acumen - Displays orientation to profitability. Cost Consciousness - Develops and implements cost-saving measures. Meeting Preparation - Comes prepared for each meeting; Completes assigned tasks; Participates in meetings.
Diversity - Promotes a harassment-free environment. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values. Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Planning and Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports unsafe conditions or practices; Uses equipment and material properly. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the workplace; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability - Follows instruction; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternative plan.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibility; Looks for opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Displays creative thinking; Generates suggestions for improvements. In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status. recblid w2u0xj12kr5ycb6tv0r255fjhfiutn PDN-9ad5d014-2b50-46e0-8f0f-a4131cb47c9d
Qualified individuals will possess the following skills: Have 1-3 years of experience with electrical or mechanical assembly Have experience operating cut-off saws, drill presses (will train) Soldering experience a plus Ability to read blueprints a plus Must be able to use measurement devices Conductix-Wampfler offers a positive team environment, competitive wages and health, dental, and life insurance, 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, and bonus sharing plan.
Drug-free workplace/EOESee full job description below: SUMMARY This job requires the understanding and assembly of cord reels, power reels, and hose reels including subassembly for each group to perform a variety of duties
to do quality work from engineering blueprints, pack slips with written or verbal instructions to meet stock and sales orders for shipment. Assembly for compliance with company guidelines by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Required to work with cable counter, resistance welder, drill press, pop rivet gun, power and hand tools, do hand assembly and repair parts. The use of solder equipment, heat guns, wire strippers, and anvil press are required. Use of various measuring instruments such as tape measure, dial calipers, continuity, and high pot tester. You must follow established procedures, have a general knowledge of tools
and know-how to identify parts. Required to do hand assembly, read a tape measure, dial calipers, and weight count scale.
Work with machines, power, and hand tools to produce, assemble, and repair parts. Must follow established procedures, have general knowledge and know to identify standard and metric hardware sizes. Must know how to use hand tools and be able to relate end wrench and socket sizes to bolt diameters. Must keep the equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition. Maintain necessary records and daily/monthly maintenance required on power tools and equipment. Detect and report improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to your supervisor.
Perform visual as well as physical inspection of the product, raw material, and purchased material to ensure quality work. Duties involve selecting parts and materials with proper identification and location in accordance of engineering blueprint and/or pack slips. Must involve accurate counting and identification of the material or parts to or from designated areas or work cells in a careful manner to prevent damage and injury. Transport material and/or parts to/from designated areas or work cells in a careful manner to prevent damage and injury. Examining and having a thorough knowledge of engineering blueprint before a product or part can be made.
Required to take responsibility to make a final inspection of the first completed part or product made to ensure total quality before continuance of production run. Responsible for proper stacking of finished product with insuring proper identification, labeling, and stock or ship location. Responsible for restocking baskets, bins, etc. daily. Responsible for letting your supervisor know when parts are getting low in stock. Exercise care to prevent injury to yourself, fellow employees, equipment, and material.
Responsible for reporting accurate time on time cards. Responsible for reporting initial/in-process inspections on work order process/inspection sheets. Responsible for reporting final inspection on work order process/inspections sheets or pack slip. Perform other related duties as required or directed. Must be willing to strive for new ideas, improvements, and quality standards. Willing to work on updating and maintaining 5S systems within the department. Supports and upholds the quality and EHS policy. Uphold Core Values. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS None PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit or stand in different work areas. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or listen. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. CORE COMPETENCIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB Design - Demonstrates attention to detail when building a product. Understands blueprints or assembly drawings. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Develops alternative solutions. Suggests continuous improvement ideas. Works with engineering and quality to rectify customer complaints. Project Management - Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time. Participates in team activities. Technical Skills - backsses own strengths and weaknesses.
Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others. Handles the technical aspects of their duties. Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming. Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication - Responds well to questions. Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information. Able to bring ideas to the team.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts the success of team above own interests. Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others. Accepts feedback from others. Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve quality. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Applies feedback to make improvements. Judgment - Displays a willingness to make decisions. Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Treats others with respect. Accepts responsibility for own actions. Follows through on commitments. Quantity - Meets productivity standards. Strives to increase productivity. Works quickly. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures. Reports unsafe conditions or practices. Uses equipment and material properly. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the workplace. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Ensures responsibilities are covered when absent.
Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability - Follows instruction. Keeps commitments. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternative plan. Initiative - Volunteers readily. Undertakes self-development activities. Seeks increased responsibility. Looks for opportunities. Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Displays creative thinking. Generates suggestions for improvements. Develops innovative approaches and ideas. Product Knowledge - Strives to understand product categories and system components. Must be able to pull parts needed for production.
Must have awareness of key projects and customers. Understand where parts go in relation to parent items, bill of materials, drawings, and pack slip information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. recblid 4793thirsvg2i3quj0jcalpl09wpfj PDN-9ad5d014-11f6-4a1f-a5ba-6ea014c507fc
health issues and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. The domiciliary also treats Veterans with psychosocial issues including homelessness and unemployment. Learn more about this agency Help Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U. S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus
Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See " Additional Information" below for details.
Valid state-issued driver's license is required for this position. Maintain a Class D Chauffeur License with Endorsement 3 for passenger vehicles Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/10/2024. Time-In-Grade Requirement : Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-05
position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-04. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service.
An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment.
You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-04 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. The specialized experience is defined as experience that involved the observation of and assistance in the application of techniques relating to behavior, capacities, traits, interests, and activities of either humans or, under laboratory conditions, animals.
Experience may have been gained in connection with a program of research or direct services in psychology that gave a practical understanding of some of the principles, methods, and techniques of psychology needed to assist professional psychologists. This also includes experience working with those with mental health and substance abuse disorders. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have successfully completed a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study in or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of subject studies such as psychology, statistics, or other directly related subjects.
OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree in the course studies listed above. (Two full academic years of study, or 60 semester hours, beyond the second year is equivalent to l year of specialized experience. ) You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Influencing/Negotiating Interpersonal Skills Quality Assurance Technical Documentation Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.
g. Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e. g. professional; philanthropic; religions; 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.
Note : A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.
For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at www. opm. gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Education A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U. S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.
You can verify your education here: http: //ope. ed. gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http: //www. ed. gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog. html. Additional information This is an open continuous announcement. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available.
This announcement may be extended if necessary. Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave : Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i. e. intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. Contact the Agency Contact for information on how to apply under this appointment authority via the Selective Placement Coordinator. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies.
To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified : applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are proficient in most of the required competencies of the job.
Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http: //www. opm. gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i. e. medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations.
If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Read more Benefits Help A career with the U.
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into all aspects of service. Learn more about this agency Help Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U. S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019
(COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See " Additional Information" below for details.
Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency: Chaplains must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j, this part. Education Requirement: Applicants must possess a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent educational qualifications as evidenced by a graduate-level theological
degree from a college, university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and recognized by the U.
S. Department of Education. NOTE: For applicants who do not possess a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent educational degree, an approved educational equivalency review from a nationally recognized board certification body for chaplains is acceptable (BCCI or Equivalency). Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE): Applicants must have completed four units of CPE from a CPE center that is accredited by an organization recognized by the U. S. Department of Education.
Currently only Association for CPE (ACPE) CPEs and Institute for Clinical Pastoral Training (ICPT) CPE Units are accredited by the US Department of Education. Ecclesiastical Endorsement: In accordance with 38 C. F. R. 17.655, ecclesiastical endorsement is a condition of employment as a VA chaplain. An individual must possess and maintain a full and active ecclesiastical endorsement to be employed as a VA chaplain. Applicants must have an ecclesiastical endorsement, dated within the past 12 months. Ecclesiastical endorsements must be from the official national endorsing authority of the applicant's/employee's faith group or denomination.
Ecclesiastical endorsement is a written official statement, by the official national endorsing body of the faith group or denomination, certifying that the applicant is in good standing with the applicant's faith group or denomination; and stating that the individual is, in the opinion of the endorsing body, qualified to perform the full range of ministry required in the VA pluralistic setting. Loss of endorsement will result in removal from the GS-0060 Chaplain series and may result in termination of employment. The National Chaplain Service maintains a list of approved endorsing organizations that can be found here: www.
patientcare. va. gov/chaplain/Employment_Information_and_Resources. asp Board Certification: Applicants must be a Board Certified Chaplain certified by the Board of Chaplaincy Certification Inc. (BCCI) ® or nationally recognized certification body that utilizes the BCCI ® Common Qualifications and Competencies for Professional Chaplaincy or a certifying organization that has a reciprocity agreement with BCCI. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Grade Determinations: GS-9 (Entry Level) Grade Requirements: Experience: None beyond the basic requirements. AND Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of spiritual backssments to identify patient strengths and needs and documenting services provided. Ability to use the information of the spiritual backssment to create care plans in all dimensions of pastoral care.
Ability to provide crisis intervention and stabilization. Skill in healthcare team collaboration to create and update treatment plans to address spiritual issues. Ability to ensure free exercise of religion for patients and staff. Knowledge of individual and group interventions to address spiritual and emotional needs of patients and families; providing referrals for continuity of spiritual care. Skill in the coordination of religious services respecting the faith tradition of individual patients. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with persons of varied backgrounds. GS-11 (Full Performance Level) Grade Requirements: Experience: Promotion or appointment to the GS-11 full performance level requires one year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-9 level that is directly related to the position to be filled.
AND Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to meeting the KSAs for the GS-9 grade level, the candidate must meet the experience above and demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of advance care planning to educate, inform, and counsel patients and families. Skill in guiding patients in verbalizing and expressing values through life review, oral history, and end of life preparation and documentation.
Ability to develop pastoral care programs that are measurable, outcome-driven and evidenced based within the department guidelines. Skill in counseling on medical and ethical issues, terminal diagnoses or crises, moral injury, problems of conscience, family or marital difficulties and justice or confinement matters. Ability to support the development of staff resiliency and develop programs for staff development and wellness by providing spiritual and emotional support. Ability to educate and equip healthcare staff and trainees screening for spiritual and religious needs of patients and the importance of appropriate referrals to chaplains for complex spiritual distress.
Knowledge of community needs to coordinate with community organizations to provide comprehensive spiritual care, utilizing outside community resources to meet the religious needs of patients that cannot be met by chaplain staff. Preferred experience: Knowledge of Catholic Faith All qualifying experience you possess must be clearly described in your application package. We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications. Failure to demonstrate your experience in your resume may result in disqualification.
It is strongly recommended that you write to each KSA in your application package. References: VA Handbook 5005/135 PART II APPENDIX G67 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11. You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.
Education IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U. S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http: //ope. ed. gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http: //www. ed. gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.
html. Additional information Grandfathering Provision. All chaplains employed in VHA, in this occupational series, performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of this qualification standard, are considered to have met all the qualification requirements for the grade held, including positive education and certification that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements of this standard, but met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to the position, the following provisions apply: (1) Chaplains who do not meet the basic requirements for education and certification may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance level, or demoted within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the full performance level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions.
(2) Chaplains appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended, or be reappointed on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard.
(3) Chaplains initially grandfathered into this occupation, who subsequently obtain education and/or certification that meets all the basic requirements of this qualification standard, must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation. (4) Chaplains who were retained in this occupation, under this provision, and subsequently leave the occupation, lose protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i. e. medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations.
If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Read more Benefits Help A 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 window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility 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.
Anesthesiology including diagnostic and medical therapeutic modalities for treatment of diseases, conditions and injuries related to the Anesthesia field. Learn more about this agency Help Requirements Conditions of Employment U. S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient
in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See " Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements
as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement.
Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
(NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status. ) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States), which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences.
Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as " Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i. e. not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they are to have a " scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision.
Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: The position will require walking, standing, or sitting for periods of up to or beyond 10 to 12 hours each day. In addition, the incumbent will need to bend, lift, and turn. You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position.
Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Education Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted, or Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association for the year in which the degree was granted.
For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, facility officials must verify with the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) that the applicant has met requirements for certification, and must obtain a copy of the ECFMG certificate, if claimed by the applicant. [If the applicant does not claim an ECFMG certificate, facility officials must still confirm that the medical school meets (or met) ECFMG eligibility requirements for the year the candidate graduated.
] NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U. S. C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities. The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.
Additional information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i. e. medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date.
The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Read more Benefits Help A 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 window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility 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.
cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions for use (MIFU). Learn more about this agency Help Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U. S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See " Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications All qualifying experience you possess must be clearly described in your application package. We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications. Failure to clearly demonstrate your experience in your application package may result
in disqualification. All applicants are encouraged to submit responses to each Knowledge, Skill, and Ability (KSA) on a separate document.
Basic Requirements : United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Experience and/or Education: Experience. Six months of experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work or provides an understanding of the work; -OR- Education. One year above high school that included at least 6 semester hours in health care related courses such as sterile processing, nursing assistant, hospital corpsman, and operating room and surgical technician courses or other courses related to the position; -OR- Experience/Education Combination.
Equivalent combination of experience and education are qualifying for entry level for which both education and experience are acceptable. English Language Proficiency: MSTs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with with 38 U. S. C. 7402(d). May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: The following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates. GS-3 (Entry Level): Experience or Education: None beyond the basic requirements. GS-4 (Developmental Level): Experience: Six months experience as a MST, operating room or surgical technician or other position that demonstrated knowledge of sterile processing in a clinical setting -OR- Education: Two years of education above high school that included at least 12 semester hours in courses related to the occupation.
NOTE: Successful completion of a course for medical technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or nursing assistants obtained in a training program given by the Armed Forces, the U. S. Maritime Service, or hospitals under close medical and professional supervision, may be substituted on a month-for-month basis for up to 6 months of experience. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the KSAs below: Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination.
Basic knowledge of medical terminology in order to assemble specialty operating room/clinic instrument sets. Basic knowledge of sterilization and cleaning equipment. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. GS-05 (Developmental Level): Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level -OR- Education: Four academic years above high school leading to a Bachelor's degree with at least 12 semester hours in courses related to the occupation or a Bachelor's degree.
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Basic knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings. Basic knowledge of event-related packaging in regards to sterility. Knowledge of sterilization and cleaning equipment. GS-06 (Full Performance Level): Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. Demonstrated Knowledge , Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings.
Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination. Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, medical conditions and procedures. Knowledge of sterility principles in regards to instrumentation. Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures. Preferred Experience: VA Level 1 SPS Training, VA Level 2 SPS Certification or external SPS Certification (i. e. Healthcare Sterile Processing Association).
References: VA Handbook 5005/83, Part II, Appendix G47. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-3 to GS-6. Education IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U. S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http: //ope.
ed. gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http: //www. ed. gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog. html. Additional information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i. e. medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest.
As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. Read more Benefits Help A 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 window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility 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.
FMS 4, Council Bluffs, Iowa$5,000 recruitment incentive. See below for eligibility requirement. Duties As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER, WG-5801-8 your duties are below. Performs limited diagnosis, routine repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical and automotivevehicles.
Assists higher graded mechanics in the repair and/or overhaul of major systems to include internal combustion engines, turbine engines, automatic and non-automatic transmissions, heavy duty drive line systems, and hydraulic utility systems and controls. Makes routine repairs that can be accomplished by removing, adjusting, or replacing defective or worn parts and components. Performs work
in accordance with technical manuals, lubrication orders, maintenance bulletins, regulations or management policies. Performs limited diagnoses to determine the cause of mechanical failures by means of visual and auditory checks and/or uses basic testequipment such as compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters and pressure gauges.
Determines when parts should be cleaned, adjusted or replaced with standard parts to complete work orders. Removes, replaces, adjusts, cleans and installs parts and components such as wheel seals, switches, sensors, fuel pumps, water pumps, power steering pumps, brakes, filters, radiators, bearings, springs, shock absorbers, wheel cylinders, starter motors,
mufflers, batterycables, and other items of similar complexity. Independently performs routine repairs and maintenance functions in remote locations that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, reinstalling, or replacing defective parts of components and systems using standard parts.
Receives guidance and instructionfrom a higher graded mechanic or supervisor to perform non-routine and more complex repairs on portions of major assemblies and/or systems. May provide field maintenance at unit locations as part of a " contact team" Recovers and evacuates inoperable vehiclesfrom the unit location of breakdown. Conducts limited readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment supported by the activity.
Performs Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) and ensures vehicles and equipment are properly serviced, including brakeadjustments, replacing hydraulic fluids, greasing, cleaning, etc. Performs other preventive maintenance operations as required toensure that equipment is functioning properly. May perform routine maintenance and limited repairs on basic communication equipment such as radios, field telephones, amplifiers, switchboards, recorders, intercoms by removing and replacing components and elements.
Performs minor body and fender, or othermetal repairs, using peening hammers, dollies and limited welding. Performs limited repairs and routine maintenance on small armsand accessory equipment by replacing worn or damaged parts. Makes minor repairs to canvas and leather items using bonding/sealingcompounds and hand tools such as awls, canvas needles etc. In conjunction with or in the absence of the Tools and Parts Attendant, may maintain supply documentation, and the receipt, store, issue, and inventory of tools and parts used in the trades operation. Performs other duties as assigned. D1193 Requirements Conditions of Employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Army National Guard.
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 12/26/2023. FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment. Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS. Military Rank Requirements: Enlisted (E-8 and below).
Qualifications In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience or training which demonstrates knowledge of equipment to be able to do routine jobs, simple preventative maintenance tasks, and is able to use common tools and equipment in the line of work. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: WG-5801-8: Must have experience in the following : Experience or training using common hand and power tools and a small variety of test and measurement devices to make mechanical repairs.
Experience removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing a variety of parts, components, and accessories. Experience which demonstrates a basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory applying to vehicles; and skill to replace, fit, install, and make adjustments. Experience demonstrating an understanding of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships.
Experience reading and interpreting parts lists, manufactures' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for this position: Basic knowledge and understanding of the mechanical makeup, operation, and working relationships of individual systems, and theirinterrelationships for a variety of combat, tactical, commercial, automotive, special purpose vehicles and equipment.
Working knowledge of various techniques for removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts and components of combat, tactical, commercial, automotive, special purpose vehicles and equipment. Basic understanding of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other non-mechanical system theories; and skill to replace, fit, install, and adjust systems.
Skill to use basic test equipment and ability to analyze test results to determine fault for repair or replacement of improperlyfunctioning parts or components. Ability to use basic tools common to the occupation. Ability to determine when parts should be cleaned, reinstalled, or replaced with standard parts. Ability to read and interpret parts list, manufacturer's repair manuals, technical manuals, diagrams, engineering drawings, andschematics. Required Documents To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
Additional Supporting Documents (if applicable) : Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD 214, SF-50, ect. 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. 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.
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their flexibility and impact on workload. Rotational training opportunities will occur at least quarterly; with the intended outcome being rotated as needed to maximize the production schedule and account for absenteeism. Skills important in this role include: ability to handle multiple tasks, have a high sense of detail and quality, ability to learn and apply learning, and ability to work with a variety of individuals.
This position will have reporting duties to the department supervisor and ultimately to the Operations Manager. Primary Responsibilities include the following. (Other duties may be assigned. ) 1. Complete department specific workload as directed by the department supervisor
2. Effectively respond to production and quality needs 3. Ensure proper paperwork and/or documentation is being maintained at all times 4. Follow safe work habits and instructions 5.
Perform quality control inspections for all products and equipment, document results, and communicate defects as necessary. 6. Perform routine cleaning activities on production equipment and workspaces. 7. Follows SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) that govern all workload as well as those specific to each department and procedure. 8. Actively participate in problem solving and process improvement activities 9. Perform all work activities in observance of the CIVCO Values and in an effort to achieve the
CIVCO Imperatives and create a successful work environment. 10. Associates will be required to earn and retain qualification by completing training assignments annually Basic duties by Department (Job Specifications) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position will be hired into our Labeling department, but will cross train into other departments listed below. Labeling: Assemble products per engineering specifications Read and follow SOP’s and work instructions Monitor product quality and take appropriate action Operation of production IFU printing equipment Loading of pallets and carts for internal transportation Product final packaging for shipments Monitoring and communication of supply needs Complete all appropriate paperwork Complete MAPICS transactions in a timely and accurate manner Operation of basic material handling equipment Brachy: Produce products to spec including – Brachy & Galaxy Record keeping for traceability and quality Recognize quality defects and escalate per proper procedure Ability to manage supplies, box and label orders and load/wrap/tag pallets.
Complete documentation for lot changes, clean room tags, defective items, etc. Follow proper procedures for gowning and room cleanliness standards Mold Center: Benching: including deburring, buffing, cleaning, filing, etc. Tumbling Cycling molds Detail finish work including painting, buffing, gluing and cleaning Measure and fill – gel-filled syringes General benching/deburring Bracket and Gen assembly Packaging/shipping Cleaning including pipe cleaning/benching guides, tumbling/cleaning tumbler, ultra sonic cleaning Machine Shop: Basic machine maintenance Bracket assembly Basic machine operation/loading parts CMM operation Material handling and preparation Laser welding Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1.
Ability to read and understand written instructions. 2. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. 3. Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words or sentences. 4. The ability to communicate ideas in speaking so others will understand 5.
Near vision- The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). 6. Ability to demonstrate basic computer skills 7. Ability to demonstrate basic math and computation skills 8. Ability to walk while carrying weight, sit and stand as needed, climb ladders, lift, push, pull, and use whole body movements to complete tasks 9. Ability to work in a team environment 10. Ability to prioritize and complete tasks 11. Regular predictable onsite attendance is required. 12. Face-to-face interaction with team members, peers and management to complete all work and provide support, 13.
Ability to work more than 40 hours per week (overtime) if needed on business demand. Physical Requirements: The requirements described here are representative to those an employee encounters while preforming the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requirements definitions Never: Not performed or required. Seldom/Rare: One time per hour up to times per 8 hour shift. Occasional: Up to 1/3 of day; 1 x every 30 minutes; 1 – 2.6 hours Frequent: 1/3 to 2/3 of day; 1 x every 2 minutes; 2.7-5.3 hours Constant: Greater than 2/3 of day; 1 x every 15 seconds; 5.3-8 hours Sit: Rare.
Occasional. Workers may have option to sit on certain line runs. Workers have option to sit during work breaks. Stand/Walk : Constant. Workers stand to perform tasks through the work shift. Workers stand on level concrete floor with available anti-fatigue mats. Walking occurs in the facility on even concrete surfaces. Worker will walk between work areas, while transporting packages and moving pallets with pallet jacks. Worker will negotiate around tables and work stations.
Worker also walks up to 100 yards from parking lot to their work area. Low Level Work: Frequent. Defined as a low level work position with one’s back upright, knees and hips flexed and buttocks adjacent to heels. Workers squat when removing boxes off pallet (6 inches) for staging, when loading or unloading skids, when retrieving packages off bottom of cart at 8.5 inches or orange racks at 6 inches. Steps: Occasional. Workers negotiate 10 inch steps on a stair step ladder to get corrugate or cases off second level of racks. Balance: Constant. Worker must maintain balance to prevent falling when walking, standing, negotiating steps, and sitting.
Bend/Stoop: Occasional. Defined as bending body forward or laterally by bending spine at the waist, requiring use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Workers must also stoop over a 34 inch bin to remove corrugate while emptying cardboard. Reach: Constant: Workers perform horizontal reaching up to 16 inches for work tasks. Occasional. Workers must reach horizontally 33 inches at a height of 69 inches for labels. Occasional. Tape gun and scissors require vertical reach of 59 -69 inches. Boxes are picked from staging at heights up to 70 inches (step stool available).
Twisting: Occasional. Workers twist while picking components for boxes in labeling, sweeping floors and wiping areas down. Handle/grasp: Constant. Handling/grasping includes, but is not limited to handling boxes, tools, piles of corrugate, cleaning equipment, product and pelican boxes. Fine Manipulation: Constant. Pinching/fingering to handle labels, fold corrugate, cut foam and pack boxes Lift: Constant. Lifting of 0-3 lbs with handling corrugate, labels and product from a height between 6-60 inches. Frequent. Workers lift up to 15-30 lbs from a height between 6 and 60 inches and place on cart at 8.5 inches to adjustable tables.
Rare. Workers lift 3^rd party boxes up to 50lbs from heights 6-60inches to cart at 8.5. Workers also lift paper boxes 43 lbs from 6-54inches to cart at 8.5inches an place on desk at 40inches. Carry: Frequent. 15lbs cases will be lifted from height of 6-60 inches and carried between 5-10 feet. Occasional. Workers carry 23-30lbs cases 5-10 ft. Workers have option to use cart for transfer. Push/Pull: Frequent. Workers push/pull receiving cart with up to 7lbs of force at waist level up to 10 feet from staging area to work station.
Occasional. Workers push/pull pallet jacks with up to 25lbs of force at waist level from warehouse to staging area up to 100 feet. Rare. Workers push/pull cardboard cart with up to 15lbs of force up to 100 feet to cardboard shoot. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while preforming the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Constantly exposed to moving mechanical parts. 2. Exposure to latex 3.
The noise level in the work environment is usually frequent. 4. Work tasks performed on level surface 5. Environmental temperature will vary. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Uphold the positive image of the Bank by providing the best possible customer service, in a responsible and professional manner. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent required. Candidates would have cash handling experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to provide top-notch customer service.
Must also have the ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to maintain a pleasant, team-oriented work environment, and must have the ability to adapt to changes in policy, procedures, methods of operation and customer traffic volume. Must have basic computer skills with familiarity with Microsoft Suites preferred. This job requires
extended periods of standing and must be able to lift 50 lbs. Quad City Bank & Trust is a relationship-driven organization who values their employees as well as their community.
Our goal is to provide exceptional customer service and make financial dreams a reality. We are a family-oriented company who values work-life balance and providing advancement opportunities to our employees. Quad City Bank & Trust opened in 1994 to provide the community with a local bank with a focus on building client relationships and hiring the best people to provide the best service, and that is still our #1 focus today. We are People you can bank on. Pre-employment credit check, background check, and drug screen required.
SQL Management Studio and other tools. This position will also evaluate existing procedures, make recommendations for improvements, and assist business areas in effectively using the college's application systems. Partial remote work may be a possibility. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Perform day-to-day support of all administrative systems including researching problems, developing solutions, and coordinating implementation with business area users.
(40%) Analyze user requirements, design, write, test, adapt, debug, and document systems, scripts, queries, and procedures necessary to meet user requirements and consistent with ITS standards and accepted architecture. (25%) Assist
with tasks such as report writing that enhance access to information across the institution while assisting business users in developing their own report writing skills.
(15%) Coordinate the sharing of electronic data between offices. Train faculty and staff in the use of administrative software. (15%) Attend professional development workshops, and conferences. (5%) Perform other related duties as assigned. Supervision: Incumbent works independently toward established objectives using a wide range of procedures. Employee prioritizes their own work and resolves unusual cases in consultation with supervisor. Minimum Qualifications: Requires an associate degree with 2 years of related experience
or a bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
Experience with relational databases, SQL programming, report writers and database reporting tools required. Student experience will be considered. Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills in order to solve technical problems and to understand the needs and problems of the clients. Requires excellent interpersonal relation skills in consulting effectively with faculty, staff, and students. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a Microsoft client/server environment and familiarity with Microsoft desktop applications preferred. Candidates with working knowledge of Jenzabar, Info Maker, and Microsoft Reporting Services or T-SQL, and proven skills with higher education technological solutions and business processes preferred.
Application Procedure: Send letter of interest, including a statement regarding qualities you offer within the context of the Wartburg College mission, résumé, and contact information for three references electronically to: www. wartburg. edu for further information about the college. Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. WARTBURG COLLEGE is a selective liberal arts college of the ELCA, nationally recognized for community engagement.
As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution, Wartburg College actively seeks applications from members of underrepresented ethnic and minority groups. recblid i7jqlgtt60usin7g6iea5ga6z0hubh PDN-9ad5d017-a9a8-4de0-bca2-5c7bff311a96
support for your mental, physical, financial and professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive. A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve.
If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you're someone who cares, there's a place for you here. Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work. Great Place to Work Most Loved Workplace Forbes Best-in-State Employer Litigation Consultant - Liability Midwest Region
PRIMARY PURPOSE : To address and handle high end cases with serious injuries, complex coverage scenarios and legal inquiries or disputes; to develop a strategy to bring a case to satisfactory resolution.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Reviews/acts on reports/forms; responds to inquiries; seeks legal opinion and early resolution; and communicates resolution to appropriate parties. Handles high end cases with serious injuries and/or complex coverage scenarios. Responds to decisions, agreement, and/or court order; creates action plan; determines need for examination; gains client authorization. Identifies cases for settlements/redemptions. Gathers/documents additional information
and coordinates with client designees. Requests legal/private investigation; assigns to and coordinates with local counsel; monitors local counsel performance.
Responds to plaintiff's counsel, union, employee, or client requests. Identifies issues and formulates defense strategy. Establishes/adjusts accrued liability and approves administrative expenses. Identifies subrogation opportunities and manages process. Attends and participates in mediations, trials, arbitrations or hearings as needed. Works with partners to affect early return-to-work. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the organization's quality program(s).
QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Juris Doctorate (JD) preferred. Experience Ten (10) years of experience handling litigation including 5 years of claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Skills & Knowledge Subject matter expert of appropriate insurance principles and laws for line-of-business handled, recoveries offsets and deductions, claim and disability duration, cost containment principles including medical management practices and Social Security and Medicare application procedures as applicable to line-of-business.
Technically skilled and familiar with legal pleadings, discovery et al Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills PC literate, including Microsoft Office products Analytical and interpretive skills Strong organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent negotiation skills Ability to work in a team environment Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies #claiminteractionaminer #claims Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway!
Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Requisition #: R450116ahf9io63
Engineering jobs encompass a variety of roles focused on designing, developing, and maintaining systems or structures. These positions often require strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and a solid foundation in mathematics and science. Engineers typically work in fields such as civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, or software engineering. The unique characteristic of engineering jobs lies in their blend of creativity and practicality, as engineers innovate while ensuring functionality and safety. With the ongoing advancement of technology, engineering roles are also evolving, demanding continuous learning and adaptation.
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