What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabric Worker Tailor position at US Commander, Navy Installations?
Duties
- The incumbent does repairs and alterations to garments using straight stitching or zigzagging.
- The incumbent locates and mends ripped seams, missing or broken buttons, tom pockets and grayed linings. Alters bottoms of garments following fitter's makings. Replaces zippers in pants, skirts, coats and jackets.
- Incumbent stripes and sews insignias on clothing. The incumbent sews on lace, patches ribbons, nametags and hand fells garments after major alterations following tailors basting.
- The incumbent makes cloth nametags.
- Incumbent uses various electrical machines (sewing, monogramming, cutting) to achieve desired results.
- Incumbent is required to keep work area clean and obey all safety regulations.
- Measures customer, fits, and marks garments.
- Performs complicated hand basting and tacking operations on tailored garments; pinning or basting flag parts together in intricate designs preparatory to sewing, measuring, fitting, and marking garments for minor alterations such as: the tapering of skirts, trousers, and shirt; hemming; and adjusting waistlines and sleeve lengths. Replaces zippers in skirts, coats, and jackets.
- Manufactures Brigade Flags. Stripe and sew insignias on clothing. Constructs ribbons, mounts medals, and reconditions old button holes.
- Incumbent is required to fit garments that are received by the U.S. Naval Academy Uniform. Incumbent is also required to visibly observe garments for proper fit.
- Is required to keep work area clean and obey all safety regulations.
- Incumbent works in a rapid pace of heavy workloads.
- Exertion is not heavy, but incumbent is required to sit for long period with continual movement of hands, arms, and fingers. The incumbent may also be required to stand at worktables while operating sewing machines or hand sewing.
- Required to do a considerable amount of stooping, bending and kneeling and continually use arms, hands, and fingers in pulling and positions materials, sewing and using tools such as shears and electric knives.
- Frequently lifts and carries items that weigh up to thirty pounds and occasionally lifts heavier items with assistance.
will be provided if necessary. Packages may vary in size and weight.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- See Duties and Qualifications.
Qualifications
Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be further evaluated to determine the extent to which their
education, related experience, training, awards, and supervisory appraisal demonstrate they possess the desired
knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs).
- Must obtain and maintain a security clearance - requires 18 years of age
- Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
- Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required
- One-year probationary period
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) for this position are as follows:
**Responses must be included on the KSA portion of the online application**
1. Incumbent must have the ability and experience to perform complex alterations to suits, coats, dresses, and
gowns. These alterations must include tapering sides, resetting vents, raising and lowering collars, and other
complex alterations as may be needed to reconstruct garments per a customer's wishes. 3 years of experience
performing complex alterations is preferred.
2. Incumbent must possess an understanding of garment construction and design, with experience fitting and
performing alterations.
3. Customer service experience, and strong communication skills to understand requests and successfully perform
fitting for alterations, sizing for uniform issues.
Additional information
Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process.
Please be advised that applications received after the closing date listed above will not be considered. Applications and resumes will not be
returned to the applicant. Some positions have special requirements. In these cases, selection is tentative pending satisfactory completion of said
requirements. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, etc. All selections are contingent on obtaining satisfactory employment
reference checks.
We are an E-verify participant. Please be informed that applicants will be required to submit a federal government background check.
As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in direct deposit/electronic fund transfer as specified in the negotiated
agreement. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical
conduct.
DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability, marital status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If
reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications.
The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
Benefits
A 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement, 401K, Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
Eligibility 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 You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be further evaluated to determine the extent to which their education, related experience, training, awards, and supervisory appraisal demonstrate they possess the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs).
Benefits
A 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement, 401K, Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
Eligibility 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.
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.
Review "Additional Information"
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the Naval Academy Business Services website: https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/
Online Application:https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/application-for-federal-employment-of-612/
Agency contact information
US Naval Academy NAF HROEmailnabsdjobs@usna.eduAddressUS Naval Academy NAF HRO
181 Wainwright Road
Annapolis, MD 21402
USNext steps
All applicants must submit an application via the https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/website, and will receive an email confirming submission.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Required Documents
Review "Additional Information"
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
US Citizenship is required in order to obtain the necessary Tier 3 Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance.
