Supervisory Marine Accident Investigator - Deputy Director (Direct Hire)

National Transportation Safety Board

Washington, DC

JobSummary

The incumbent of this position is assigned to the Office of Marine Safety (OMS), National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and reports to the Director, OMS. OMS investigates marine accidents on or under the navigable waters, internal waters, or territorial seas of the United States, as well as accidents involving US Commercial vessels worldwide.

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HighGrade

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SubAgencyName

Office of Marine Safety (OMS)

OrganizationCodes

OT/TB00

Relocation

False

HiringPath

fed-transition
public

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AgencyMarketingStatement

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB): Independently Advancing Transportation Safety NTSB is an independent federal agency charged by Congress with investigating every civil aviation accident in the United States and significant events in the other modes of transportation-railroad, transit, highway, marine, pipeline and commercial space. We determine the probable causes of the accidents and events we investigate, and issue safety recommendations aimed at preventing future occurrences. In addition, we conduct transportation safety research studies and offer information and other assistance to family members and survivors for each accident or event we investigate. We also serve as the appellate authority for enforcement actions involving aviation and mariner certificates issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and US Coast Guard, and we adjudicate appeals of civil penalty actions taken by the FAA.

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ApplyOnlineUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/Apply

DetailStatusUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/ApplicationStatus

MajorDuties

As a Supervisory Marine Accident Investigator - Deputy Director (Direct Hire),GS-1801-15, you will perform the following major duties: Identifies critical marine safety issues and works to improve accident investigation procedures. Provides authoritative advice to the OMS Director and staff on accident launch decisions and monitors time-critical activities in an accident investigation. Oversees the direction and technical accuracy of marine accident investigations and reports. Directs marine investigators during investigations and hearings, serves as a technical panel member during public hearings, Board Meetings and other events. Oversee the investigative staff throughout the accident investigation and report development process as they develop factual reports, analyses, findings, probable cause statements, and safety recommendations. Ensures that the agency project management system (SAFTI) is fully utilized, up to date, and accurate. Serves as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) as required. Communicates with the Office of Administration (AD) and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to acquire and utilize resources in accordance with federal and agency rules. Maintains ongoing contracts for renewal of Office software and services as well as leading efforts for new products and services. Assists the Director with administration of financial systems, reviews expenditure, approves travel authorizations and vouchers, and approves time and attendance in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and agency rules.

Education

There is no education substitution at this grade level.

Requirements

Evaluations

This position will be filled through the Direct Hire Authority. Under this authority, competitive rating, ranking, and veterans' preference procedures do not apply. Your application will be considered based on education, training, and quality of your experience. For more information on Direct-Hire Authority visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/direct-hire-authority/ Your application must include your resume and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination. Referral: Applicants who meet the qualification requirements may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. Candidates may be required to participate in a selection interview (telephonic and/or in person) at the discretion of the Selecting Official in accordance with hiring practices.

HowToApply

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package (see the required documents section).The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/20/2026. To begin the process, click the 'Apply' button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. To view or print occupational questionnaire click here https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12928699. To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the More Information link under the application status for this position. NOTE: If you cannot apply online, please send an e-mail which includes the vacancy announcement number, position title and the reason you are not able to apply on-line to recruitment@ntsb.gov at least 1 business day before the closing date.

WhatToExpectNext

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed in the announcement.

RequiredDocuments

The following documents are required for a COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE: A Complete Two-Page Resume is required: Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information MUST be provided in your resume: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week, and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience. Please see OPM's video on Resume Writing Tips: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk Responses to the questionnaire. You are required to provide documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume and assessment questionnaire. You must submit the applicable documents listed here and those listed with the eligibilities you select in the announcement questionnaire with your application package. Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation that fully support their claims will not be referred to the hiring manager. Cover letter is optional. Failure to submit required documents will result in you being considered as "ineligible" for this position.

Benefits

BenefitsUrl

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pandemic-information/benefits/

OtherInformation

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and various benefits as well as work life amenities such as alternate work schedules, telework, flextime, fitness and transit benefits. Moving expenses associated with permanent change of station (PCS) ARE NOT authorized for this position. A Relocation or Recruitment Incentive may be offered to highly qualified candidates. If you left Federal Employment and received a buy out and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the payment. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications. Ad-hoc/situational telework as determined by the agency policy. Multiple and subsequent vacancies may be filled from this announcement. NTSB uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. The National Transportation Safety Board provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the National Transportation Safety Board directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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AgencyContactEmail

recruitment@ntsb.gov

SecurityClearance

Not Required

DrugTestRequired

False