Animal Caretaker NA-03


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Summary

This position is located at USAG Hawaii MWR Halawa Animal Kennels, Honolulu Hawaii.

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Overview

  • Accepting applications
  • Open & closing dates
    04/01/2024 to 06/30/2024
  • Salary
    $20.84 - $24.32 per hour
    This position is not entitled to 8.90% COLA (Island of Oahu), subject to change without notice.

  • Pay scale & grade
    NA 3
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    Location

    1 vacancy in the following location:


    • Honolulu, HI
  • Remote job
    No
  • Telework eligible
    No
  • Travel Required
    Not required
  • Relocation expenses reimbursed
    No
  • Appointment type
    Intermittent
  • Work schedule
    Intermittent
  • Service
    Competitive
  • Promotion potential
    None
  • Job family (Series)
    5048 Animal Caretaking
  • Supervisory status
    No
  • Security clearance
    Not Required
  • Drug test
    No
  • Position sensitivity and risk
    Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
  • Trust determination process
    Suitability/Fitness
  • Announcement number
    O4NAFEW-24-12371922
  • Control number
    784567000

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This job is open to

  • The public

    U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.


Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

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Duties
  • Receives and shelters animals brought to the veterinarian clinic for treatment, temporary care or disposal.
  • Observes animals and notifies supervisor of abnormal appearance. Feeds animals taking care to measure food portions according to feeding instructions. Keeps records on animals in the facility. Assists other workers to restrain and treat animals.
  • Cleans and disinfects animal feeding utensils and pen areas. Maintains stock of cleaning materials and other items used. Mows grass and cleans yard of animal litter. Clears drains in runs. Empties garbage.
  • Clears drains in runs. Empties garbage. May be required to operate a motor vehicle to transport supplies and laboratory samples.
  • Ability to recognize obvious changes to the normal appearance and activities of animals. Ability to handle animals and clean work areas.
  • May be required to operate a motor vehicle to transport supplies and laboratory samples. Performs assigned tasks independently.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment
  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Rotating shift work
  • Selected applicant must be able to pass a Medical Physical Examination.
  • Frequently lift and carry items and animals weighing over 70 pounds. Moderate effort is required to operate power washing and mowing equipment.
  • Exposed to unpleasant odors and noises, animal bites, scratches and contagious diseases. May he required to wear protective equipment.
  • Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
  • This position will be relocated to Wheeler Army Airfield in July 2024. All personnel will be moved to the new facility location in Wheeler Airfield, Schofield Barracks Hawaii.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must:
1.Be physically able to lift and carry heavy items weighing over 70 pounds.
2. Stand and walk for long periods of time.
3. Be able to follow complex written instructions.
4. Be able to maintain animal care records.

***Resume MUST clearly reflect the knowledge and experience listed under the minimum qualifications criteria above to be considered for this job position.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:
  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is WOLRLDWIDE. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Applications:
  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00PM (HST) by 06/30/2024 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
FWS Allowances and Differentials
  • This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
  • All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.
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  • It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: Applicant Information Kit.pdf ).
Other:
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
  • Army PAY SETTING Rules/Requirements apply to this vacancy announcement.
  • Any individual who was required to register with Selective Service and who is not registered or knowingly and willfully did not register before the requirement terminated or became inapplicable to the individual, will not be appointed.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:
  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

If you are claiming any of the above eligibilities, your supporting documentation must be received at the time of application.

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  • Required Documents

    As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

    The following documents must be submitted with your application:
    • Resume

    The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
    • Cover Letter
    • DD-214/ Statement of Service
    • DA Form 3434
    • Marriage Certificate
    • PCS Orders
    • Professional Certification
    • Resume
    • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

  • How to Apply

    You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
    1. Electronically (preferred) at and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12371922. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.
    2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.


    Agency contact information

    NAF CPAC Hawaii Job Information Center

    Phone
    808-###-####
    Email
    ...@mail.mil

    Address

    EW-NAF-W3RBAA US ARMY GARRISON HAWAII
    DO NOT MAIL
    Fort Shafter, HI 96858
    US

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    Next steps

    Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

    If you are claiming any of the above eligibilities, your supporting documentation must be received at the time of application.

  • Fair and Transparent

    The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
    • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
    • Criminal history inquiries
    • Reasonable accommodation policy
    • Financial suitability
    • Selective Service
    • New employee probationary period
    • Signature and false statements
    • Privacy Act
    • Social security number request

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Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:
  • Resume

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • DA Form 3434
  • Marriage Certificate
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

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How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
  1. Electronically (preferred) at and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12371922. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.
  2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.


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Agency contact information

NAF CPAC Hawaii Job Information Center

Phone
808-###-####
Email
...@mail.mil

Address

EW-NAF-W3RBAA US ARMY GARRISON HAWAII
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Shafter, HI 96858
US

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

If you are claiming any of the above eligibilities, your supporting documentation must be received at the time of application.

Read more

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request





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