Merchant Mariner Credentialing Specialist
What you'd do
This vacancy is for a GS - 0963 - 7/8, Merchant Mariner Credentialing Specialist located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, REGIONAL EXAM CENTER-HOUSTON in HOUSTON, Texas.
Major duties
You will serve as a Merchant Mariner Credentialing Specialist and be responsible for serving as a specialist in the areas of merchant mariners credentialing and examination of merchant marine personnel with an emphasis on reviewing and evaluating first-class pilot applications and grading first class pilot examinations. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Reviewing and processing applications for Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMC) Evaluating applications for first-class pilotage routes and grades associated examinations, including navigational chart sketches. Identifying non-conformities in applications and documentation that could delay or prevent the issuance of a Coast Guard MMC Responding to oral and written inquiries from the public and other agencies regarding merchant mariner credentialing requirements and application status. Administering, securing, and evaluating Coast Guard examination modules for specific mariner credentials. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information
What you need to qualify
To qualify at the GS-07 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis. Reviewing applications or supporting documents for completeness or accuracy against established legal or regulatory guidelines; identifying and noting discrepancies; and communicating with applicants or stakeholders to gather required information. Applying rules, policies, or procedures to process applications, claims, or similar requests; Providing oral or written responses to public inquiries about program requirements; and using computer systems to enter or retrieve case information. To qualify at the GS-08 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis. Reviewing applications or supporting documents for completeness or accuracy against established legal or regulatory guidelines; identifying and noting discrepancies; and communicating with applicants or stakeholders to gather required information. Interpretating and applying rules, policies, or procedures to process applications, claims, or similar requests; Providing oral and written responses to public inquiries about program requirements; and using computer systems to enter and retrieve case information. NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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.
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