Supply Technician

Supply TechnicianDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationVA NORTHERN CA HEALTH CARE SYSTEMOverview

##### Open & closing dates

05/28/2019 to 06/17/2019

##### Service

Competitive

##### Pay scale & grade

GS 5

##### Salary

$41,193 to $53,546 per year

##### Appointment type

Permanent

##### Work schedule

Full-TimeLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-Martinez, CA 1 vacancyRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryThis position is the Supply Technician for the Environmental

Management Service (EMS) and is located at the Martinez VA Medical

Center.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilitiesThe incumbent maintains inventory of all supplies used in the

Housekeeping section of Environmental Management Service (EMS) and

is able to provide an accurate account of all items in stock at any

given time. They will initiate orders for all supplies when stock

levels reach a set point. The incumbent will maintain accurate

records of ordering with credit card and reconciliation orders as

well as records of supplies issued so that accountability and levels

can normally be established for individual areas. They will provide

minor repairs to housekeeping equipment, placing work orders as

needed. The incumbent will maintain neat and clean supply rooms with

appropriate stock levels and they will issue supplies according to

local procedures and ensuring receipts and records are accurately

recorded. This includes proper storage of equipment and cleaning

supplies in accordance with manufacture directions and

procedures.They will inspect incoming shipments and document and

report any discrepancies with orders. The incumbent will conduct

training regarding maintenance and supply procedures. They will act

as the purchased card holder and comply will all regulations

concerning inventory management. They will also maintain accurate

accountability of all vehicle regarding service assigned,

accountability of the vehicle keys and credit cards.Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 7:00am-3:30pm

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Position Description/PD#: Supply Technician/PD11488-O

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not requiredTravel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion Potential5

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2005 Supply Clerical And Technician- RequirementsConditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

Designated and/or random drug testing may be required

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

Current California Drivers License (must be vaild/unrestricted

at time of application)

QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements

by the closing date of this announcement, 06/17/2019.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. 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. Examples of specialized experience would

typically include, but are not limited to: initiating and

maintain records for supplies, inspecting incoming shipments for

accuracy, proper storage and maintenance of equipment and

supplies, act as purchased card holder and government vehicle

distribution contact. OR,

- Education: Applicants may substitute education for the

required experience. To qualify based on education for this

grade level you must have education in excess of the first 60

semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable

toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full

academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second

year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience

OR,

- Combination: Applicants may also combine education and

experience to qualify at this level. You must have an

combination of specialized experience and education beyond the

high school level in any field for which high school graduation

or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. This education

must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial

or technical school, junior college, college or university. One

year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester

hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or

university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per

week for approximately 36 weeks in a business, secretarial, or

technical school.Selective Placement Factor: the preferred experience would

include inventory management or supply ordering using automated

databases.You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:

- Conscientiousness

- Customer Service

- Integrity/HonestyExperience 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; 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: The work requires standing and walking

during the entire workday, and frequent bending and lifting of

supply packages (occasionally weighing as much as 25 pounds). The

employee regularly pushes loaded carts of medical supplies (weighing

up to 100 pounds).For more information on these qualification standards, please visit

the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.EducationA 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 informationThe Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible

displaced 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 (have a final rating of 85 or

more) for this vacancy. 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/.Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not

obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The

position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade,

transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one

or any combination of these methods to fill the position.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have

faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional

vacancies.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.For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility

requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other

Candidate Definitions document.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for

information regarding an Alternate Application.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the

qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE

WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are

referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional

job related information, which may include, but not limited to;

responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a

work sample, and/or contact for an interview.Your resume and/or

supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all

instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating

or consideration for employment.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceOtherDrug test requiredNoPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination processNational security- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application

Package which includes:

CA Drivers License

Resume

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if

applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this

position. Please use this checklist to make sure you have included

other documents required for your application, such as a copy of

your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's

(current/former Federal employees), documentation to support

Veterans Preference claims, or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for

displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for

additional information.

- Cover Letter

- DD-214

- Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs)

- OF-306

- CA Drivers License

- Other Veterans Document

- Resume

- SF-15

- SF-50

- TranscriptVeterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible

Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or

for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must

provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and

character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are

currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or

discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to

your active duty service which reflects the dates of service,

character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of

impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others

eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of

eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10

Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.

Documentation is required to award preference. For more

information on Veterans' Preference, please visit

http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution

recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be

credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the

attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting

institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this

vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may

affect the overall rating.- BenefitsA career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a

comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your

family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to

make your federal career very rewarding. Learn 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 to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this

position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the

documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The

complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on

06/17/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire

click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10513418.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or

log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select

your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and

complete the occupational questionnaire.

Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and

appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS

account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the

Application Status link and then select the more information link

for this position. The Application page will display the status of

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correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your

uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan

process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA

JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy

announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents

from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a

condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of

Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals

who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where

patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as

part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,

VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers

(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary

units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA

licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and

unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee

basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,

and trainees who work at these facilities. HCP that are unable to

receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a

face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationJuvenal VillalobosPhone(916)640-8462EmailJuvenal.Villalobos@va.govAddressVA Northern California Health Care System

10535 Hospital Way

Mather, CA 95655

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