NUCLEAR MECHANICAL INSPECTOR SUPERVISOR I (SHIPS)
What you'd do
You will serve as a NUCLEAR MECHANICAL INSPECTOR (SHIPS) SUPERVISOR I in the NUCLEAR INSPECTION DIVISION of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.
Major duties
You will head the inspection unit (e.g. shift of submarine overhaul work or receipt inspection group). You will be responsible for the overall production, safety and efficiency of the subordinate members of the working unit. You will assure that personnel are sufficiently trained in the processes and responsibilities of nuclear quality control to certify that specifications are adhered to. You will plan the units work on a one to two week basis and sequences the action events as they occur. You will identify and resolve problems as they arise. You will define quality standards and modify plans, assignments or methods as necessary. You will be responsible for carrying out EEO policies and communicating support of these policies to subordinates. You will participate in LEAN initiatives, building collaborative work environments, or fiscal initiatives.
What you need to qualify
Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE: Ability to display knowledge and skills of a nuclear mechanical inspector while utilizing the principles and procedures involved as a nuclear mechanical inspector, determining sequence, priorities and deadlines of scheduled assignments; estimating material, equipment and manpower needs; developing and implementing work and safety procedures; AND executing administrative functions such as scheduling and approving leave, issuing performance appraisals, deciding conduct related matters, and supporting Equal Employment Opportunity principles and practices. I work with a high degree of independence. Ability to explain technical subjects and be familiar with mechanical systems associated with Naval Nuclear Reactor Plants, determining priorities or deadlines of assignments; estimating material, equipment and manpower needs; observing tasks in progress; giving advice, or instruction to employees. Providing administrative functions such as scheduling or approving leave; or providing evaluation of work performance of subordinates to supervisor; or supporting Equal Employment Opportunity principles and practices. I work on my own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection. Ability to lead, mentor and train subordinate inspectors in a positive and professional manner, setting the work-pace; passing on instructions received from supervisors; assigning tasks to be performed; assuring that work assignments are carried out; providing advice or instruction to employees on work or administrative matters; or supporting Equal Employment Opportunity principles and practices. Ability to possess the principles and procedures involved in nuclear reactor plant inspection work and must have prior experience as a nuclear mechanical inspector. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.
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