PUBLIC HEALTH TECHNICIAN (T32)

Description:

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a PUBLIC HEALTH TECHNICIAN (T32), Position Description Number D1723000 and is part of the AL 187TH Fighter Wing, National Guard.

ORGANIZATION: 187th MEDICAL GROUP, MONTGOMERY, AL
SELECTING OFFICIAL: SMSGT T. JONES

Requirements:

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Air National Guard recruiter at (800) 864-6264 prior to applying for this position.

MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: SRA
MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: MSGT

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE : (l) Any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
-- Knowledge encompassing a basic foundation in the physical and life sciences and mathematics. Knowledge of Center for Disease Control (CDC) and other federal laws and related program, and of DOD, USAF, and ANG regulations, policies and procedures related to Public Health and Occupational Health programs.

-- Knowledge of a broad range of methods, techniques, and principles of occupational health sufficient to independently manage a local ANG Public Health program.

-- Knowledge of Public Health and Epidemiology concepts, principles, and practices in support of mission effectiveness. Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of administering public health programs, but does not require full professional education and training in medical, social or other disciplines.

-- Knowledge required in detecting, identifying and evaluating potential health hazards.

-- Knowledge of methods for performing data and requirements analysis to include applicable computer software.

-- Knowledge required in recommending controls, approaches, and/or personal protective equipment relative to the prevention of harmful exposures in the work place or deployed setting.

-- Knowledge of technical installation work processes/operations and equipment relative to their effect on the health and efficiency of employees working in industrial shops.

-- Knowledge and skills sufficient to communicate effectively and educate employees, supervisors, and managers; interact effectively with other health specialists and officials and to properly prepare related correspondence and associated reports.