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Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will move very large or awkward vessels ( e.g., Cutters, Surface Ships, Submarines) under hazardous conditions( e.g. , storm winds, strong cross currents, heavy traffic). You will board inbound vessels to pilot a ship through an entrance channel to an anchorage, berth, or dock. You will coordinate and execute docking, undocking, movement, and berthing of Navy vessels during ship availabilities. You will determine the technical character of a sequence of moves or actions necessary by calculating and taking into account all circumstances of tide, current, wind, drift, channel depth, clearances, weather and other relevant factors. You will forecast training, personnel, and equipment requirements necessary to meet long range needs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This position has a Selective Placement Factor. Applicants NOT possessing this Selective Placement Factor will be found ineligible for this position. The Selective Placement Factor for this position is: current possession of a United States Coast Guard Masters License and unlimited First Class Pilot License for Norfolk Harbor and tributaries. (NOTE: You MUST submit a copy of both licenses/certifications with your application package). 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 DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION while performing: piloting and moving large and small vessels in harbors and at berths or docks; assisting harbor pilots with the berthing of ships and verifying berth set up for vessels; tug master experience in docking and undocking ships. 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 Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Physical Demands: This position at times requires arduous physical exertion. The Pilot must be able to climb very high ladders at times in very inclement weather from tugs as they embark/debark from various classes of vessels. Must be able to distinguish colors and have good vision and hearing, with or without the use of corrective devices. Must posses emotional and mental stability as the duties of this position are exacting and responsible. Must remain calm, professional and in control under very stressful conditions to insure safety of the ship and personnel. Working Conditions: Pilots in execution of duties are subjected to elements, extreme heat in the summer and extreme cold in the winter, because most government ships are conned from an open bridge. Pilots may encounter noxious fumes from diesel exhaust and other vapor's during their duties. Use of ladders to transfer from tug to ship or vice versa there is always the danger of falling, with bodily injuries, drowning or illness from exposure.