Munitions Examiner-Handler

- Certified Munitions Inspector. Independently performs full-spectrum comprehensive surveillance upon a multitude of non-nuclear munitions and components utilized by various mission partners.

- Transportation Specialist Handler and Hazardous Goods Preparer/Certifier.

- Inspect classify repackage transport and store end-item on all munitions and support equipment

- Inventory Management Specialist. Preserves accountability and control of munitions

- Uses one or more types of trucks such as pickup or flatbed trucks which typically have a gross vehicle weight of 4000 pounds or less on public roads at highway speeds.

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service see
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours to include evenings weekends and/or holidays
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate valid drivers license is required for the position.
• As required may train and/or guide other personnel in performance of material handling duties.
• Position requires access to firearms. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence may not occupy this position in accordance with the Gun Control Act of 1968 as amended 30 SEP 1996.
• Employee must sign DD Form 2760 Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition.
• Should have knowledge of all phases of Theatre Integrated Combat Munitions System.
• Working knowledge of munitions safety procedures proper handling management and disposal of hazardous munitions wastes and materials is highly desirable.
• Should have working knowledge of DESR 6055.09AFMAN 91-201 Explosives Safety Standards Resource Protection Program.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force national security and public safety.

In order to qualify you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-6500 Ammunition Explosives and Toxic Materials Work Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions you must meet any screen-out element listed and 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 the quality of experience not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of a MUNITIONS EXAMINER-HANDLER without more than normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Thorough knowledge of munitions concepts functions operations and methods required to perform inspections validate serviceability safety security and accountability of explosives sub-components and containers.

2. Munitions Inspector experience; attended the in-residence Inspectors Course preferred.

3. Knowledge of governing explosive safety regulations and procedures as outlined in Air Force DOD Occupational Safety and Health publications that directly impact safety of personnel and government resources.

4. Able to analyze interpret and comprehend technical orders manufacturers manuals maintenance bulletins and other technical information; utilize TICMS Conventional Munitions Restricted or Suspended (CMRS) Agile Munitions Support Tool and NA VAIR online library.

5. Skill In the use of automated material processing equipment and TICMS systems to include computer terminals optical readers and scanners.

6. Hazardous Good preparer/ handler/certifier experience; attended in-residence course preferred. Ability to safely operate a forklift and various other munition materials handling equipment.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Works on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing stooping bending and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. May lift and carry weights up to 50 pounds. May handle heavier items with weightlifting equipment or with assistance from other workers. Work requires light to moderate physical effort in reaching bending turning or moving hands arms feet and legs to operate hand and foot controls while driving raising lowering and tilting forklift trucks. Subject to possible strain caused by vibration of forklift trucks. Occasionally may be required to make limited emergency repairs on vehicles such as changing a flat tire. Indoor physical demands typically include strain on the eyesight or fatigue of the wrists due to extensive periods of computer usage.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is done inside and outside in an explosive environment where there is potential for explosions and fires. Works in close proximity to safety and health risks inherent to conventional munitions and explosives. Works in areas that may be hot damp cold drafty or poorly lighted. Employee is regularly exposed to the possibility of cuts scrapes and bruises falling material or injury from equipment. May be exposed to dust dirt grease high noise explosives hazards and chemical fumes while working in a hazardous industrial area. Required to wear protective clothing such as safety-toed shoes gloves face shields and hearing protection.