Summary

As a Motor Vehicle Operator at the WG-5703-8, you will be part of Facilities, Security and Emergency Mgmt, Office of Personnel Management. If selected,you will be the personal driver and messenger for the Director or Deputy Director of OPM.

Duties

['Operate a variety of gasoline, plug-in hybrid (PHEV), electric and or diesel-powered vehicles over highways and streets chiefly in the Washington, DC area and occasionally where OPM facilities are located. Using worker-level knowledge of automotive systems and component repairs, performs emergency and ad-hoc roadside repairs when operating the vehicle beyond the immediate metropolitan area and its environment. Ensure the safe transport of the Director/Deputy Director and passengers and maintains tight schedules when transporting officials and collecting or delivering documents. Possess a high level of courtesy, tact, discretion, and confidentiality that is not typically required of other motor vehicle operators as passengers are always high-level officials. Incumbent independently troubleshoots problems and initiates emergency repairs on vehicles as needed.']

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office. This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit

Qualifications

For the WG 8: Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Efforts - Physical effort is used in reading, bending, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls. When making repairs or performing inspections, the incumbent may be required to work in tiring, awkward, or uncomfortable positions; and endure extensive stooping, bending, walking, lifting of supplies, equipment, etc. when crawling under vehicles to make repairs in tight spaces. Moderate physical effort is required in the occasional handling of objects typically weighing not more than 20 pounds. Working Conditions - Driving will be accomplished mostly off station in congested city traffic and highways. Incumbent must stay alert to avoid accidents and will be exposed to full range of weather conditions. The incumbent must be able to sit for long periods of time when making transporting. These working conditions are the same for grades 5 higher. Since the working conditions fully meet those at and above the grade 5 level, this factor does not have grade level impact. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Other information

Relocation expenses will not be paid. Current OPM employees may qualify as an exception. Incentive payments may be considered. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM. If you are unable to apply online and would like to request information about the Alternate Application process, please use the contact information at the bottom of this announcement. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements visit the following websites: Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration) If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document that you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. Click the following link for more information, https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title="Alternate_Application_Information." As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period, or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - your performance and conduct; - the needs and interests of the agency; - whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and - whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period (or trial period) your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.