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Department: Department Of Transportation

Agency: Federal Railroad Administration

Sub Agency: the U.S. Department of Transportation

Job Announcement Number:
FRA.S-2010-0003

Railroad Safety Specialist (HM), GS-2121-13 AT

SALARY RANGE: 70,615.00 - 91,801.00 USD /year	OPEN PERIOD: Friday, November 06, 2009 to Friday, November 27, 2009
SERIES & GRADE: GS-2121-13/13	POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13	DUTY LOCATIONS: vacancy(s) in one of the following locations: multiple duty locations - click here for more info
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. This job announcement combines a merit promotion and an open competitive announcement into one. Applicants will be considered based their indicated preference in the announcement and based on provided documents verifying the eligibility. For information on the appointment types, visit How federal jobs are filled.	TARGETED WORK ENVIRONMENT(S): Time in Career: Attracting applicants who want a work environment that welcomes entry and different stages of career from novice to retiree. Mission Focused: Attracting applicants who want a work environment that welcomes all motivations, from general service commitment to a specific passion. Flexible Arrangements: Attracting applicants who want a work environment that welcomes and accommodates traditional and flexible work arrangements.

JOB SUMMARY:

Transportation impacts every facet of American life, providing
people access to work, school, loved ones, and nature's rich bounty.
The Federal Railroad Administration promotes and enforces safety
throughout the U.S. railroad system, rehabilitate the Northeast
Corridor rail passenger services, consolidate Federal support for
rail transportation, and support research and development for rail
transportation for passengers, railroad employees and the general
public.

Duty Locations: Three positions will be filled, one in each region identified. Eastern Region: (Baltimore, Maryland; Wilmington, Delaware; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Altoona, Pennsylvania; State College, Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Southern Region: Atlanta, Georgia; Jacksonville, Florida; Southwestern Region: Long View, Texas. You must identify the location(s) for which you wish to be considered. The salary will be adjusted to include locality pay upon selection.

Do you like identifying problems, analyzing facts, and making
recommendations; are you a good communicator; do you like to travel;
are you are interested in a career in the Railroad industry, if so,
then this job is for you!

You will be responsible for performing on-site inspections,
investigations, and evaluating tank car facility quality assurance
programs, which address the repair and qualifications of railroad
tank cars that transport hazardous material.

This position is perfect for a mid-level professional proficient in
identifying trends, with strong analytical skills,that can perform studies and make recommendations to improve safety. Applicant should have experience in the Hazardous Material (HazMat) discipline within the railroad environment, and have experience dealing with tank car
quality assurance programs, as well as be aware of HazMat issues
affecting railroad safety to develop, direct and manage various
aspects of a safety. Good communication skills are necessary.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

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.
Review Required Documents Section as documents are required by closing date
Job announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.
This is a telework-eligible position.

Send Mail to:
the U.S. Department of Transportation
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave., S.E./HAHR-50
Washington, DC 20590
Fax: 571-258-4052

For questions about this job:
Automated Staffing Office
Phone: 202-366-1298
Fax: 571-258-4052
Email: TRANSJOBS@fhwa.dot.gov

USAJOBS Control Number: 1727813

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