Motor Carrier Safety Specialist (Commercial Programs/HazMat/Safety/Border Investigator) (DIRECT HIRE)
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SummaryThe positions are located in FMCSA's Division offices. You will be assigned ongoing responsibility for personally administering the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Program on a State-wide basis. This encompasses motor carriers and shippers of all types and sizes. In promoting and enforcing compliance with the applicable laws and regulations, you will act independently within general program objectives and a largely self-developed and self-adjusted area work plan.Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates08/16/2024 to 12/16/2024* Salary$55,924 - $88,926 per yearSalaries reflected on this announcement will vary based on the duty station of the appointed position.* Pay scale & gradeGS 07 - 09* HelpLocationsMany vacancies in the following locations:* Birmingham, AL* Colbert County, AL* Cullman County, AL* De Kalb County, AL* Show more locations (254)* Huntsville, AL* Jackson County, AL* Jefferson County, AL* Lauderdale County, AL* Lawrence County, AL* Limestone County, AL* Madison County, AL* Marshall County, AL* Montgomery County, AL* Morgan County, AL* Tuscaloosa County, AL* Little Rock, AR* Phoenix, AZ* Fresno County, CA* Kern County, CA* Ontario, CA* Sacramento County, CA* San Joaquin County, CA* Stanislaus County, CA* Hartford, CT* Washington, DC 1 vacancy* Brevard County, FL* Broward County, FL* Charlotte County, FL* Collier County, FL* De Soto County, FL* Desoto City, FL* Glades County, FL* Hardee County, FL* Hendry County, FL* Highlands County, FL* Hillsborough County, FL* Indian River County, FL* Lee County, FL* Manatee County, FL* Martin County, FL* Miami-Dade County, FL* Okeechobee County, FL* Orange County, FL* Osceola County, FL* Palm Beach County, FL* Pasco County, FL* Pinellas County, FL* Polk County, FL* Saint Lucie County, FL* Sarasota County, FL* Brooks County, GA* Bryan County, GA* Bulloch County, GA* Chatham County, GA* Coffee County, GA* Colquitt County, GA* Crisp County, GA* Dougherty County, GA* Effingham County, GA* Irwin County, GA* Lee County, GA* Liberty County, GA* Lowndes County, GA* Sumter County, GA* Thomas County, GA* Tift County, GA* Wilcox County, GA* Worth County, GA* Des Plaines, IL* Springfield, IL* Indianapolis, IN* Jasper County, IN* Lake County, IN* Porter County, IN* Garden City, KS* Kansas City, KS* Topeka, KS* Wichita, KS* Bowling Green, KY* Frankfort, KY* Warren County, KY* Cambridge, MA* Chelmsford, MA* Deerfield, MA* Fitchburg, MA* Franklin County, MA* Greenfield, MA* Leominster, MA* Middlesex County, MA* Worcester County, MA* Baltimore, MD* Carroll County, MD* Saint Mary's County, MD* Augusta, ME* Portland, ME* Jackson, MS* Helena, MT* Alamance, NC* Cabarrus County, NC* Chatham County, NC* Davidson, NC* Durham, NC* Forsyth County, NC* Gaston County, NC* Greensboro, NC* Guilford, NC* Lee County, NC* Lincoln County, NC* Mecklenburg County, NC* Orange County, NC* Raleigh, NC* Randolph County, NC* Rowan County, NC* Stanly County, NC* Adams County, ND* Billings County, ND* Bowman County, ND* Burke County, ND* Burleigh County, ND* Cass County, ND* Cavalier County, ND* Divide County, ND* Dunn County, ND* Golden Valley County, ND* Grand Forks County, ND* Grant County, ND* Hettinger County, ND* McKenzie County, ND* McLean County, ND* Mercer County, ND* Morton County, ND* Mountrail County, ND* Nelson County, ND* Oliver County, ND* Pembina County, ND* Ramsey County, ND* Ransom County, ND* Richland County, ND* Sargent County, ND* Slope County, ND* Stark County, ND* Steele County, ND* Traill County, ND* Walsh County, ND* Ward County, ND* Williams County, ND* Concord, NH* Bergen County, NJ* Bloomfield, NJ* Clifton, NJ* Hudson County, NJ* Newark, NJ* Paterson, NJ* Princeton, NJ* Union County, NJ* Cayuga County, NY* Madison County, NY* Monroe County, NY* New York, NY* Onondaga County, NY* Ontario County, NY* Rochester, NY* Seneca County, NY* Syracuse, NY* Wayne County, NY* Cincinnati, OH* Cleveland, OH* Columbus, OH* Youngstown, OH* Adair County, OK* Cherokee County, OK* Craig County, OK* Delaware County, OK* Mayes County, OK* Muskogee County, OK* Nowata County, OK* Oklahoma City, OK* Ottawa County, OK* Rogers County, OK* Tulsa County, OK* Wagoner County, OK* New Cumberland, PA* East Providence, RI* Aiken County, SC* Florence County, SC* Georgetown County, SC* Horry County, SC* Jasper County, SC* Lexington County, SC* Richland County, SC* Anderson County, TN* Blount County, TN* Cheatham County, TN* Cumberland County, TN* Davidson County, TN* Dickson County, TN* Fayette County, TN* Haywood County, TN* Jefferson County, TN* Knox County, TN* Lauderdale County, TN* Loudon County, TN* Madison County, TN* Putnam County, TN* Roane County, TN* Robertson County, TN* Rutherford County, TN* Shelby County, TN* Smith County, TN* Sumner County, TN* Tipton County, TN* White County, TN* Williamson County, TN* Dallas County, TX* Harris County, TX* Tarrant County, TX* Salt Lake City, UT* Bedford County, VA* Botetourt County, VA* Fredericksburg, VA* Lynchburg, VA* Lynchburg County, VA* Richmond, VA* Roanoke, VA* Roanoke County, VA* Salem County, VA* Spotsylvania County, VA* Caledonia County, VT* Chittenden County, VT* Essex County, VT* Franklin County, VT* Montpelier, VT* Orleans County, VT* King County, WA* Skagit County, WA* Snohomish County, WA* Whatcom County, WA* Barbour County, WV* Berkeley County, WV* Brooke County, WV* Charleston, WV* Grant County, WV* Hampshire County, WV* Hancock County, WV* Hardy County, WV* Harrison County, WV* Jefferson County, WV* Marion County, WV* Marshall County, WV* Mineral County, WV* Monongalia County, WV* Morgan County, WV* Ohio County, WV* Pendleton County, WV* Preston County, WV* Taylor County, WV* Tucker County, WV* Wetzel County, WV* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - Travel will vary by position and location.* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment typeMultiple Appointment Types - Multiple Appointment Types - Appointment type vary depending on position (Term, Temp, Permanent, etc.).* Work scheduleMultiple Schedules - Multiple - Multiple Schedules - Work Schedules vary depending on position (Full-time, Part-time, Intermittent, etc.).* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potential12* Job family (Series)* 2123 Motor Carrier Safety* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceOther* Drug testYes* Position sensitivity and riskModerate Risk (MR)* Trust determination process* Suitability/Fitness* Financial disclosureNo* Bargaining unit statusYes - This is a Bargaining unit position represented by varies codes.* Announcement numberFMCSA.DH-2024-0006* Control number805173700HelpThis job is open to* The publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agencyApplications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy. This is a Bargaining unit position represented by varies codes.VideosHelpDutiesAs a Motor Carrier Safety Specialist (Commercial Programs/HazMat/Safety/Border Investigator), you will:* Independently plan and carry out a schedule of safety, economic, security, and hazardous materials investigations of carrier and shipper operations; through personal interviews, examination of various records, and comparison with other known facts, determines whether the company is in compliance or whether the violations found indicate deliberate and conscious disregard of applicable regulations; make a preliminary determination whether prosecution is warranted and evidence is sufficient to support enforcement action; if not warranted, discusses the findings with corporation officials, offers technical assistance in resolving the problems, and secure their agreement to take corrective action; follow up at a later time to ascertain compliance.* Plan and carry out a schedule of safety, economic, security, and hazardous materials investigations of carrier and shipper operations; through personal interviews, examination of various records, and comparison with other known facts, determines whether the company is in compliance or whether the violations found indicate deliberate and conscious disregard of applicable regulations; make a preliminary determination whether prosecution is warranted and evidence is sufficient to support enforcement action.* Conduct investigations into alleged violations either as follow up to an investigation or in response to complaints; upon advice and approval by the supervisor, initiate enforcement investigations to develop supportive evidence of the kinds and volume needed to sustain criminal or civil forfeiture actions, cease and desist orders, or other proceedings.* Plan and conduct unannounced roadside inspections of interstate commercial motor vehicles and driver's documentation to determine carrier or driver compliance with applicable regulations; note deficiencies and declare out-of-service any vehicle or driver in accordance with the established Out of Service Criteria.* Conduct in-depth investigations into the causes of highway accidents and hazardous material incidents involving motor carriers to determine whether applicable regulations or laws have been violated; develop information for use in furthering the agency's accident prevention program.This is an ideal position for a person who wants to do meaningful work to make travel on our nation's highways safer by promoting and enforcing compliance of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Programs. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to relate to all types of personalities in challenging and sometimes contentious, circumstances. This is an ideal position for a person who wants to be challenged and advance within the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment* You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify* Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date* Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.* Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this positionCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:* SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.* GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.* PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).* REMOTE WORK: This position may be eligible for Remote Work. Remote work is an arrangement in which an employee works at an alternative worksite (e.g., from home) and is not expected to report to the office to work. Remote work location will be determined upon/after selection and may affect locality pay. If selected as a remote work position, must have access to high speed internet and cell phone service meeting current Agency standards from the approved work location within the Contiguous United State and sign a remote work agreement. The difference in salary is determined by the locality pay in each location. Salaries for all areas are available on the OPM website at: DRUG TESTING: This position is subject to random drug testing as provided in the DOT Drug-Free Department Workplace Plan, DOT Order 3910.1* SECURITY CLEARANCE: Varies by position. If applicable, you must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position to which appointed.* BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: You may be required to complete a background/security investigation and meet preliminary requirements prior to onboarding.QualificationsTo meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series, (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification, AND (3) meet either the education or experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.If selected for a Border Investigator position - You must be able to speak and write fluently in English and Spanish.To qualify for the GS-07 on Experience, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-05 it must include:* Experience applying Federal and/or State safety regulations; AND* Experience collecting and reviewing data.To qualify for the GS-07 on Education alone, you must have at least 1 year of graduate-level education OR superior academic achievement.* Superior Academic Achievement is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership.* 1. Class standing -- Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses.* 2. Grade-point average (G.P.A.) -- Applicants must have a grade-point average of: 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ( B or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ( B+ or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.You can also qualify based on a combination of graduate level education and experience. This must be fully supported by your resume and transcripts, provided with your application.To qualify for the GS-09 on Experience, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-07 it must include:* Experience applying safety regulations concerning trucks or buses; AND* Experience collecting, reviewing and analyzing data to prepare written summaries and reports.To qualify for the GS-09 on Education alone, you must have 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or have been awarded a master's or equivalent graduate degree. You can also qualify based on a combination of graduate education and experience. This must be fully supported by your resume and transcripts, provided with your application.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:* Knowledge of motor carrier programs with emphasis on motor carrier enforcement programs and applicable regulations.* Skill and ability in using program management principles and practices (e.g. strategic planning, setting and communicating goals, adjusting to changing priorities, implementing/ evaluating programs, assessing the impact of new legislation on programs, etc.) to administer transportation safety programs and related technologies.* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including demonstrated ability to develop and present briefings and training, as well as prepare highly technical reports and standards.* Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, which promote leadership, negotiations, cooperation and teamwork, including the ability to identify and foster new and innovative partnerships and avenues for marketing FMCSA expertise.For all types of consideration, 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 experienceFor additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: enrolled in a qualifying degree program can apply if the anticipated graduation date is within six months of closing date of the announcement. Graduation transcript must be received before start date.Other applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Note: This trainee position may be located in a FMCSA Division office or as a remote worker position, depending on the location assigned. If selected for a remote position (approved to work from home) you must reside within 49 miles of the city or county selected for and your home address becomes your duty station for pay setting purposes.The difference in the salary at the GS-07 and 09 levels is determined by the locality pay in each location. Salaries for all areas are available on the OPM website at and Graduate Education: Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position.Additional informationADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination. If approved for occasional telework, you will be required to report to the office on a regular basis. The number of telework days approved is determined by the agency policy, emergency situations, the approval of your immediate supervisor, and if applicable, approval of additional officials.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR FMCSA INVESTIGATORS:* Successful completion of the FMCSA Safety Investigator Academy, including any pre- and/or post-Academy training requirements; and,* Successful completion of a minimum of 6 compliance reviews or onsite investigations under the direction of a person certified to conduct compliance reviews and onsite investigations: and,* Successful completion of a minimum of 32 Level I and/or V roadside inspections, under the direction of a person certified to conduct Level I and/or V roadside inspections. (May include specialized passenger vehicle Level I, and/or V roadside inspections and/or specialized HM and/or specialized cargo tank and/or other bulk packaging.)FMCSA Basic Investigative Enforcement Training Academy Requirements:* Attendance/Curriculum: The Academy training curriculum focuses on the policies, regulations, and procedures for carrying out compliance and enforcement responsibilities for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Courses specifically include information on how to interpret regulations, how to investigate possible violations of regulations in accordance with the field operations training manual, how to conduct and document a Level I roadside inspection and how to write and document a basic enforcement investigation report.* All new FMCSA Academy hires are required to attend and successfully complete this training program. Since expertise and knowledge of FMCSA programs, policies, and procedures is critically important to the agency and difficult to obtain through alternate sources, the following policies are in effect.Test/Remediation Requirements:* (A) A student may not fail more than one, Written Examination in an Academy Training Program. Immediately upon failing a second, regularly scheduled, written Examination, the student will be dismissed from the Academy Training Program.* (B) Individuals hired under the Delegating Examining Unit (DEU) procedures, who fail their Academy Training Program, will be dismissed from employment with FMCSA immediately.The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, ...@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of TransportationThis announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.Qualified CTAP/ICTAP candidates receive priority and will be referred to the hiring manager.Read more* BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Evaluations:PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume/application does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination. Please ensure that your resume contains specific information such as position titles, beginning and ending dates of employment for each position, average number of hours worked per week, and if the position is/was in the Federal government, you should provide the position series and grade level.All applications will be reviewed to determine if they meet the basic qualifications for this position, specifically the educational and specialized experience requirements. Applicants will not be rated or ranked. Veteran's Preference does NOT apply. All applications that are verified to meet the basic qualifications will be referred to the selecting official. Applications received under direct hire public notice may or may not result in a referral or selection. Management has the prerogative to select at any grade level.Your application will be rated on the extent and quality of your experience, education and training relevant to the position. The answers you select in the on-line process must be substantiated in your application package. If upon review, it is determined that your described work history, competencies, and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, your application may be updated on your behalf, or you may not be referred to the selecting official. The Automated Staffing Office is ultimately responsible for determining your final rating.You may preview questions for this vacancy.* BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.* Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.ALL Applicants must provide a resume that fully supports the required specialized experience and was created within USA Jobs Resume Builder and respond to the vacancy questions by the closing date of the vacancy. Formatted resumes can be uploaded when you arrive at the DOT application system. For assistance with the resume builder, please visit: are REQUIRED if you are substituting education for experience. The transcripts need not be official, but must show that you meet the stated education requirements, including specific major or class requirements.