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Roger A. Saul, Ph.D.
Chief, Pedestrian and Applied Biomechanics Division
NHTSA Vehicle Research and Test Center
P.O. Box 37B
E. Liberty, OH 43319-0337
ph: 937-666-4511
fax: 937-666-3590
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NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
PROMOTIONAL AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOINING A PRESTIGIOUS PROFESSIONAL AGENCY?
AN AGENCY WHOSE WORK TOUCHES THE LIVES OF THE AMERICAN PUBLIC IN
PROFOUND WAYS? AN AGENCY WHOSE MISSION IS TO SAVE LIVES AND REDUCE INJURIES?
THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION IS AN EXCITING AND
PROGRESSIVE ORGANIZATION. WE ARE INTERESTED IN INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE
COMMITTED TO SUPERIOR SERVICE AND WHO CAN HELP US CONTINUE TO MEET THESE
HIGH STANDARDS.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING 401K AND FAMILY FRIENDLY LEAVE POLICIES.
WE ARE FULLY COMMITTED AND STRIVE FOR DIVERSITY IN OUR WORKPLACE AND
ENCOURAGE ALL INDIVIDUALS TO APPLY.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.NHTSA.DOT.GOV
POSITION: Mechanical Engineer, GS-830-7/9
ANNOUNCEMENT NO: NHTSA 001-15
OPENING DATE: 11/20/2000 CLOSING DATE: 12/01/2000
LOCATION: Associate Administrator for Research & Development, Vehicle Res
earch and Test Center,
Pedestrian and Applied Biomechanics Division, East Liberty, Ohio.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Sources. Certain veterans and people with disabilit
ies may be considered under a special authority without regard to the area of
consideration identified above. Please indicate on your application if you ar
e in one of these categories, and provide appropriate documentation. Employees
eligible under DOT's CTAP, and all other ICTAP candidates are also encouraged
to apply. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with di
sabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the applica
tion and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting re
asonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
DUTIES: Incumbent participates in research projects leading to improved safety
of motor vehicles. Assists senior engineers in initiating, conducting and man
aging research, development, test and evaluation projects which advance the un
derstanding of injury mechanics and mitigation concepts for pedestrians, cycli
sts and motor vehicle occupants. Participates in the development and design o
f improved materials to improve the biofidelity, repeatability, durability and
sensitivity of anthropomorphic test devices and components. Provides analyse
s and consultation relative to anthropomorphic test devices and equipment rela
ted to crash injury reduction technologies. Participates in defining required
data obtained through laboratory testing of human surrogates. Assists in the d
evelopment of new or unique instrumentation systems and installation technique
s. Develops and applies basic numerical and statistical analysistechniques; m
akes judgments based upon experimental results and provides interpretation. An
alyzes results of computer simulations, laboratory experiments and field data
collections. Prepares research conclusions and recommends improved techniques
to gather data. Provides documentation of work in formal reports and technica
l publications.
OPM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: In accordance with the US Office of Personnel
Management's
Qualifications Standards Operating Manual, which is available for review in mo
st Federal human resource offices, or on ww.opm.gov/qualifications/ applicants
must have completed a full four year professional engineering curriculum lead
ing to a bachelor's or higher degree. In addition, one year of professional en
gineering experience is required which is in or related to the work which has
equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and ability to perform in th
e position. The one year of required experience must have een at level of diff
iculty comparable to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Qualif
ying experience is demonstrated by having performed assignments comparable to
those described above under Duties.
SPECIAL COMPETENCIES (KSA'S): In addition to the OPM Qualification Requirement
s described above, your application MUST indicate in detail your experience/q
ualifications which meet the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's)
listed below:
Factor I Knowledge of scientific theory, principles and practice as demonst
rated in the use of mathematics, engineering mechanics, echanical or aerospace
engineering, computer modeling and simulation.
Factor II Demonstrated knowledge and interest in life sciences.
Factor III Demonstrated ability to prepare written documentation and develop
and deliver presentations on research, development and evaluation efforts.
METHOD OF EVALUATION: Candidates will be screened to determine if they possess
the OPM Qualification Requirements, outlined above. Those candidates who meet
the qualification requirements will then be evaluated according to the degree
to which they possess the Special Competencies, also described above. Perform
ance appraisals, training and awards will be considered to the extent that the
y demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities directly relat
ed to the position.
NONSTATUS CANDIDATES: All NONSTATUS candidates who meet minimum requirements w
ill be referred to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for ranking a
nd referral.
HOW TO APPLY: Submit a resume, OF-612 or any other written format that include
s the following information:
a. Vacancy announcement number.
b. Your full name, mailing address, day and evening phone number, social
security number, country of
citizenship, veterans preference (attach proof), reinstatement eligib
ility, highest Federal civilian grade
held, (attach SF-50 as proof), and lowest acceptable grade.
c. Work experience, including dates of experience and hours worked per w
eek, and any education
information.
Failure to include all of the information under (a), (b), and (c), above will
result in an incomplete application,
and no further consideration will be given.
Applications must be RECEIVED no later than December 1, 2000. In addition to y
our application, submit the forms listed below to: National Highway Traffic Sa
fety Administration, Office of Human Resources, Room 5306, 400 7th Street, SW,
Washington, D.C. 20590. Alternatively, send E-mail applications to Bud Duffy
at Fduffy@NHTSA.DOT.GOV.
1. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if applicable).
2. Concisely written statements on plain bond paper describing work that y
ou have performed which
demonstrates possession of each factor listed under Special Competencie
s, above. This will aid us in
more closely matching your work experience with our actual job requirem
ents. (Mandatory)
3. All status candidates who wish to be considered under both merit promot
ion and competitive procedures must submit two (2) complete applications. If o
nly one (1) application is received, it will be considered under merit promoti
on only.
4. All DOT CTAP and ICTAP eligibles must submit a copy of their certificat
e of surplus status, certificate of expected separation, specific RIF notice o
r any other official notice that demonstrates eligibility for special selectio
n priority.
Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to the NHTSA Office of H
uman Resources on (202) 366-1784.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS:
- The KSA statements are mandatory. Candidates who fail to submit KSA
statements will not receive consideration for the vacancy.
- The position has known promotion potential to GS-13.
- This position is subject to the procurement integrity provisions as
contained in Section 27 of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act (41 U.
S.C. 423).
- Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this a
nnouncement.
- The use of postage-paid agency envelopes to file job applications is
a violation of Federal law and regulation, and applications received in such
envelopes will be discarded.
- Relocation costs will not be paid.
- Candidates must be U.S. citizens.
- If selectee is eligible for Selective Service, he must show that he
has registered in accordance with applicable statutes.
- Selectee will be required to provide a transcript of his/her underg
raduate and graduate education.
CTAP/ICTAP CANDIDATES:
All DOT CTAP and ICTAP eligibles must submit a copy of their certificate of su
rplus status, certificate of expected separation, specific RIF notice or any o
ther official notice that demonstrates eligibility for special selection prior
ity, and be well qualified for the position.
Well-qualified employees are eligible employees who satisfy all education, exp
erience, knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) factors for this vacant positi
on. Well-qualified employees are those who meet the above average level range
of a three level or four level crediting plan for all KSA factors.
In addition, well-qualified displaced employees must meet the following eligib
ility criteria:
- is a displaced employee;
- has a current (or a last) performance rating of record at proficient
or equivalent;
- applies for a vacancy that is at or below the grade level from which
the employee is being or may be separated, that does not have a greater promo
tion potential than the position from which the employee is being or may be se
parated;
- occupies a position in the same local commuting area of the vacancy;
- files an application for a specific vacancy within the time frame st
ated on the vacancy announcement;
- provides proof of eligibility, such as a Reduction-In-Force Separati
on Notice, Reduction-In-Force Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) or Cert
ification of Expected separation. (Mandatory submission for all displaced appl
icants.)
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address in the posting, or contact
Roger A. Saul, Ph.D.
Chief, Pedestrian and Applied Biomechanics Division
NHTSA Vehicle Research and Test Center
P.O. Box 37B
E. Liberty, OH 43319-0337
ph: 937-666-4511
fax: 937-666-3590
--
Ton van den Bogert, Biomch-L co-moderator
=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
PROMOTIONAL AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOINING A PRESTIGIOUS PROFESSIONAL AGENCY?
AN AGENCY WHOSE WORK TOUCHES THE LIVES OF THE AMERICAN PUBLIC IN
PROFOUND WAYS? AN AGENCY WHOSE MISSION IS TO SAVE LIVES AND REDUCE INJURIES?
THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION IS AN EXCITING AND
PROGRESSIVE ORGANIZATION. WE ARE INTERESTED IN INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE
COMMITTED TO SUPERIOR SERVICE AND WHO CAN HELP US CONTINUE TO MEET THESE
HIGH STANDARDS.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING 401K AND FAMILY FRIENDLY LEAVE POLICIES.
WE ARE FULLY COMMITTED AND STRIVE FOR DIVERSITY IN OUR WORKPLACE AND
ENCOURAGE ALL INDIVIDUALS TO APPLY.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.NHTSA.DOT.GOV
POSITION: Mechanical Engineer, GS-830-7/9
ANNOUNCEMENT NO: NHTSA 001-15
OPENING DATE: 11/20/2000 CLOSING DATE: 12/01/2000
LOCATION: Associate Administrator for Research & Development, Vehicle Res
earch and Test Center,
Pedestrian and Applied Biomechanics Division, East Liberty, Ohio.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Sources. Certain veterans and people with disabilit
ies may be considered under a special authority without regard to the area of
consideration identified above. Please indicate on your application if you ar
e in one of these categories, and provide appropriate documentation. Employees
eligible under DOT's CTAP, and all other ICTAP candidates are also encouraged
to apply. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with di
sabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the applica
tion and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting re
asonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
DUTIES: Incumbent participates in research projects leading to improved safety
of motor vehicles. Assists senior engineers in initiating, conducting and man
aging research, development, test and evaluation projects which advance the un
derstanding of injury mechanics and mitigation concepts for pedestrians, cycli
sts and motor vehicle occupants. Participates in the development and design o
f improved materials to improve the biofidelity, repeatability, durability and
sensitivity of anthropomorphic test devices and components. Provides analyse
s and consultation relative to anthropomorphic test devices and equipment rela
ted to crash injury reduction technologies. Participates in defining required
data obtained through laboratory testing of human surrogates. Assists in the d
evelopment of new or unique instrumentation systems and installation technique
s. Develops and applies basic numerical and statistical analysistechniques; m
akes judgments based upon experimental results and provides interpretation. An
alyzes results of computer simulations, laboratory experiments and field data
collections. Prepares research conclusions and recommends improved techniques
to gather data. Provides documentation of work in formal reports and technica
l publications.
OPM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: In accordance with the US Office of Personnel
Management's
Qualifications Standards Operating Manual, which is available for review in mo
st Federal human resource offices, or on ww.opm.gov/qualifications/ applicants
must have completed a full four year professional engineering curriculum lead
ing to a bachelor's or higher degree. In addition, one year of professional en
gineering experience is required which is in or related to the work which has
equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and ability to perform in th
e position. The one year of required experience must have een at level of diff
iculty comparable to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Qualif
ying experience is demonstrated by having performed assignments comparable to
those described above under Duties.
SPECIAL COMPETENCIES (KSA'S): In addition to the OPM Qualification Requirement
s described above, your application MUST indicate in detail your experience/q
ualifications which meet the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's)
listed below:
Factor I Knowledge of scientific theory, principles and practice as demonst
rated in the use of mathematics, engineering mechanics, echanical or aerospace
engineering, computer modeling and simulation.
Factor II Demonstrated knowledge and interest in life sciences.
Factor III Demonstrated ability to prepare written documentation and develop
and deliver presentations on research, development and evaluation efforts.
METHOD OF EVALUATION: Candidates will be screened to determine if they possess
the OPM Qualification Requirements, outlined above. Those candidates who meet
the qualification requirements will then be evaluated according to the degree
to which they possess the Special Competencies, also described above. Perform
ance appraisals, training and awards will be considered to the extent that the
y demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities directly relat
ed to the position.
NONSTATUS CANDIDATES: All NONSTATUS candidates who meet minimum requirements w
ill be referred to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for ranking a
nd referral.
HOW TO APPLY: Submit a resume, OF-612 or any other written format that include
s the following information:
a. Vacancy announcement number.
b. Your full name, mailing address, day and evening phone number, social
security number, country of
citizenship, veterans preference (attach proof), reinstatement eligib
ility, highest Federal civilian grade
held, (attach SF-50 as proof), and lowest acceptable grade.
c. Work experience, including dates of experience and hours worked per w
eek, and any education
information.
Failure to include all of the information under (a), (b), and (c), above will
result in an incomplete application,
and no further consideration will be given.
Applications must be RECEIVED no later than December 1, 2000. In addition to y
our application, submit the forms listed below to: National Highway Traffic Sa
fety Administration, Office of Human Resources, Room 5306, 400 7th Street, SW,
Washington, D.C. 20590. Alternatively, send E-mail applications to Bud Duffy
at Fduffy@NHTSA.DOT.GOV.
1. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if applicable).
2. Concisely written statements on plain bond paper describing work that y
ou have performed which
demonstrates possession of each factor listed under Special Competencie
s, above. This will aid us in
more closely matching your work experience with our actual job requirem
ents. (Mandatory)
3. All status candidates who wish to be considered under both merit promot
ion and competitive procedures must submit two (2) complete applications. If o
nly one (1) application is received, it will be considered under merit promoti
on only.
4. All DOT CTAP and ICTAP eligibles must submit a copy of their certificat
e of surplus status, certificate of expected separation, specific RIF notice o
r any other official notice that demonstrates eligibility for special selectio
n priority.
Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to the NHTSA Office of H
uman Resources on (202) 366-1784.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS:
- The KSA statements are mandatory. Candidates who fail to submit KSA
statements will not receive consideration for the vacancy.
- The position has known promotion potential to GS-13.
- This position is subject to the procurement integrity provisions as
contained in Section 27 of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act (41 U.
S.C. 423).
- Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this a
nnouncement.
- The use of postage-paid agency envelopes to file job applications is
a violation of Federal law and regulation, and applications received in such
envelopes will be discarded.
- Relocation costs will not be paid.
- Candidates must be U.S. citizens.
- If selectee is eligible for Selective Service, he must show that he
has registered in accordance with applicable statutes.
- Selectee will be required to provide a transcript of his/her underg
raduate and graduate education.
CTAP/ICTAP CANDIDATES:
All DOT CTAP and ICTAP eligibles must submit a copy of their certificate of su
rplus status, certificate of expected separation, specific RIF notice or any o
ther official notice that demonstrates eligibility for special selection prior
ity, and be well qualified for the position.
Well-qualified employees are eligible employees who satisfy all education, exp
erience, knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) factors for this vacant positi
on. Well-qualified employees are those who meet the above average level range
of a three level or four level crediting plan for all KSA factors.
In addition, well-qualified displaced employees must meet the following eligib
ility criteria:
- is a displaced employee;
- has a current (or a last) performance rating of record at proficient
or equivalent;
- applies for a vacancy that is at or below the grade level from which
the employee is being or may be separated, that does not have a greater promo
tion potential than the position from which the employee is being or may be se
parated;
- occupies a position in the same local commuting area of the vacancy;
- files an application for a specific vacancy within the time frame st
ated on the vacancy announcement;
- provides proof of eligibility, such as a Reduction-In-Force Separati
on Notice, Reduction-In-Force Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) or Cert
ification of Expected separation. (Mandatory submission for all displaced appl
icants.)
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