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Job Title:  Occupational Safety & Health Specialist Fellow, GS-0018-7/9/11 ($43,106 - $76,573)

The Army Fellows Program is a two-year, full-time developmental work and training experience with work-based rotational assignments, individual mentorship and robust on-the-job and formal training and instruction. Fellows are hired into developmental positions and may be promoted each year of the program, pending performance and supervisor approval. 

 Job Description: 

This job series involves the management, administration, and operation of a comprehensive safety and occupational health program with the primary objective of eliminating or minimizing human injury and property loss. Professionals in this series achieve this by designing and implementing effective safety policies and practices for ARTRANS's globally dispersed, contractor-executed transportation mission. The work requires providing direct technical oversight for the handling, storage, and transshipment of military equipment and hazardous materials—including ammunition and explosives—across diverse operational environments such as maritime, truck, rail, yard, and staging areas. Key functions include developing and auditing safety programs, ensuring strict adherence to federal regulations (e.g., 49 CFR and 29 CFR), conducting risk assessments, evaluating contractor performance, and using data-driven insights to mitigate risks across all facets of the mission.

  • The Fellow begins their first year as a GS-7 (no exceptions for advanced education and/or experience) at their ARTRANS unit in Sembach, Germany; Southport, NC; Beaumont, TX; or Schofield Barracks, HI. Compensation starts at $43,106 (this will be more depending on location and overseas allowances).  

 

  • Upon completion of Army Fellows Program 1st year requirements, Fellows receive a promotion to GS-9. Compensation starts at $52,727 (this will be more depending on location and overseas allowances).  

 

  • After successfully completing the 2nd year, the Fellow will receive their second promotion to GS-11 and be moved to another ARTRANS unit and placed in a permanent position.  Compensation starts at $75,278 (this depends on the locality pay at the final unit’s location and overseas allowances).  

Advantages of a Department of the Army Civilian Career:   

  • Competitive salary and benefit package with annual pay increases  
  • Full-time, 40-hour work week with job security and stability  
  • Paid time off (240 hours/year of leave accrual; unlimited sick leave accrual; 12-week parental leave; 11 Federal holidays, & court leave)  
  • Benefits for health, dental, vision, and retirement pension  
  • Results-driven workplace culture based on the pillars of honor, duty, integrity, and teamwork  
  • Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching contributions  
  • Opportunities for world-wide assignments and Travel  
  • Outstanding mentorship and leadership opportunities  
  • Cutting edge professional development, education, training, and career growth opportunities  
  • Family and work-life balance  
  • Flexible work schedule options, access to fitness centers, events, and some discounted services at military bases 
  • Upon completion of the program, employer will cover relocation expenses to the assigned duty location 

Qualifications: 

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- safety or occupational health fields (safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene), or degree in other related fields that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours of study from among the following (or closely related) disciplines: safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, occupational medicine, toxicology, public health, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological sciences, engineering, and industrial psychology.

Program Requirements: 

  • Must have graduated from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s or higher degree within two years of start date (four years if an honorably discharged Veteran with four years or more of service) 
  • Ability to successfully pass applicable background and security investigations 
  • Minimum GPA of 2.95 out of 4.0 
  • Mobility Agreement required
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen

 

All Fellows will start as a GS-7 with no exceptions for advanced education and/or experience.  May 2026 graduates are highly encouraged to apply. 

Projected start date is late June/July 2026 (highly dependent on time to obtain Security Clearance).   The Army/ARTRANS will pay for all moves, including to the initial location.

 The window for applications is from 15-30 April 2026. To apply, please email resume and transcripts to usarmy.scott.artrans.mbx.g1-recruiting@army.mil by 30 April 2026.  Identify your desired location(s) in your email. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out at the above email.