Prescription Eyeglass Maker

Prescription Eyeglass MakerDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview

##### Open & closing dates

10/21/2019 to 11/08/2019

##### Service

Competitive

##### Pay scale & grade

WG 8

##### Salary

$25.49 to $29.76 per hour

##### Appointment type

Permanent

##### Work schedule

Full-TimeLocation2 vacancies in the following location:-Indianapolis, IN 2 vacanciesRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryThis position will be organizationally assigned to the VISN 10

Network Prosthetics Office. The purpose of this position is to serve

as a Prescription Eyeglass Maker for the VISN 10 Network Optical Lab

at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, Indianapolis, IN. The

individual will assist day-to-day operations of the optical lab,

with a main focus on fabrication of eyeglass lenses.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilitiesThe Prescription Eyeglass Maker will be responsible for the

fabrication of eyeglass using state-of-the-art Optical Lab equipment

along with appropriate optical supplies/goods. Duties include, but

are not limited to:

Maintaining all quality control procedures set for the Network

Optical Lab Manager and/or Lab Supervisor.

Produce quality eyewear in a timely manner for patients,

employees and enhanced sharing opportunities.

Act as the liaison between the Optical Lab and other medical

centers within the VISN, as well as enhanced sharing personnel.

Provide services/production for prosthetic items within the

VISN, as well as potential negotiated agreements with the

medical centers outside the VISN.

Maintain inventory control of all materials needed in the

fabrication of lenses.

Fix, repair, and/or adjust eyewear for patients, clinics, and/or

dispensing sites.

Troubleshoot optical difficulties concern eyewear with patients,

clinics, and/or dispensing sites.

Perform preventive maintenance on all Optical Lab equipment and

tools in order them in proper operating condition.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8 am- 4:30 pm

Position Description Title/PD#: Prescription Eyeglass Maker/

PD# 4536A

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorizedTravel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Supervisory statusNoPromotion PotentialNone

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4010 Prescription Eyeglass Making- RequirementsConditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

Designated and/or random drug testing may be required

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after

12/31/1959

You may be required to serve a probationary period

Subject to a background/security investigation

Pre-employment physical required

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online

onboarding process

QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements

by the closing date of this announcement, 11/08/2019.EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not

required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of

sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this

position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge,

skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be

supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume.

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage

System Qualification Standards.SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated

against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as

question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear

to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement

are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated

ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then

rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:

The Screen out element for this position is: Ability to do the work

of the position without more than normal supervision.

Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair

Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint

reading)

Materials

Technical Practices

Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer

work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps,

AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;

philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and

skills and can provide valuable training and experience that

translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for

all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of

work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of

time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to

receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature

of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number

of hours a week spent in such employment.Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: This work is

physically demanding. There are long periods of standing and bending

required for the fabrication, fitting and measuring of eyeglasses.

The individual must be able to work for sustained periods of time.

Must be able to operate multiple pieces of equipment at any given

time. Excellent manual dexterity and hand, eye and foot coordination

is essential. There is some stooping, kneeling, or bending in the

normal course of duties that is required. Occasionally, there is

light to moderate lifting involved.The work environment will be performed in the VISN 10 Network

Optical Lab, with occasional duties off site and/or at another

Network facility. There may be patient contact at times, which may

require safety precautions; e.g. exposure to contagious diseases

and/or contaminated equipment.Employees are mandated to use protective gear when applicable and/or

mandated such as a mask, gloves, goggles, Z87 approved safety

glasses and shoes. Some chemicals located in the lab will be, but

not limited to acetone, alcohol and nitrogen.Other aspects of the work environment involve everyday risks or

discomforts. These require normal safety precautions typical of such

places as laboratories, maintenance shops and commercial fabrication

shops; e.g., use of safe work practices with tools and machinery,

avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations, etc.

The work area is adequately lighted, heated, cooled and ventilated.EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional informationThe Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible

displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority

over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be

qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the

agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most

recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty

location) and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 85 or

more) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility

is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at

http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not

obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The

position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade,

transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one

or any combination of these methods to fill the position.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have

faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional

vacancies.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA

for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking

employment at VA, career development services for our existing

Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military

service members.Financial disclosure not required.For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility

requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other

Candidate Definitions document.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for

information regarding an Alternate Application.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the

qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE

WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are

referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional

job related information, which may include, but not limited to;

responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a

work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or

supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all

instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating

or consideration for employment.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceNot RequiredDrug test requiredNoPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination processSuitability/Fitness- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application

Package which includes:

Resume

SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if

applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this

position. Please use this checklist to make sure you have included

other documents required for your application, such as a copy of

your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's

(current/former Federal employees), documentation to support

Veterans Preference claims, or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for

displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for

additional information.

- Cover Letter

- DD-214/ Statement of Service

- Disability Letter (Schedule A)

- Disability Letter (VA)

- OF-306

- Other (1)

- Other (2)

- Resume

- Separation Notice (RIF)

- SF-15

- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

- TranscriptVeterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible

Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or

for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must

provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and

character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are

currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or

discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to

your active duty service which reflects the dates of service,

character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of

impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others

eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of

eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10

Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.

Documentation is required to award preference. For more

information on Veterans' Preference, please visit

http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.- BenefitsA career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a

comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your

family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to

make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal

benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold

and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific

benefits offered.- How to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this

position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the

documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The

complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on

11/08/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire

click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10634019.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or

log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select

your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and

complete the occupational questionnaire.

Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and

appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS

account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the

Application Status link and then select the more information link

for this position. The Application page will display the status of

your application, the documentation received and processed, and any

correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your

uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan

process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA

JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy

announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents

from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a

condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of

Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals

who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where

patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as

part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,

VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers

(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary

units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA

licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and

unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee

basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,

and trainees who work at these facilities. HCP that are unable to

receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a

face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationCarrie [email protected] L Roudebush VA Medical Center

1481 West Tenth Street

Indianapolis, IN 46202

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submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed

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