SUPERVISORY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to competitive service. About the Position: Serves as Emergency Manager, and Chief of the Readiness Branch, responsible for managing the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), in charge of Natural Emergency Preparedness Program (NEPP), the Inspection of Completed Works Program (ICW), and the Flood Control and Coastal Emergencies (FCCE) program. Learn more about this agency Duties Responsible for planning, developing, recommending, implementing, and providing staff action for both emergency flood control and other natural disaster activities. Direct all Omaha District activities in support of the Corps emergency management (EM) mission under its own authorities, in support of other agencies. Manage the Omaha District’s Inspection of Completed Works Program, inspection of eligible non-Federal projects under the auspices of Public Law (PL) 84-99, and the rehabilitation of damaged Flood Control Works. Ensure District personnel are trained and that resources are in place to support effective emergency response and recovery activities. Manage multifaceted programs and direct work of diverse engineering, scientific and support disciplines. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This is a Mission Essential position and is not subject to administrative dismissal in emergencies based on inclement weather conditions, or other emergency situations, as appropriate. (See additional information section for further definition) Incumbent is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450 upon entry and annually, thereafter. Must obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Minimum Qualifications: One year of specialized experience which includes; 1.) Experience with civilian Emergency Management programs (such as natural disaster response teams, mobilization, worldwide contingency operations); AND 2.) Experience with coordinating groups and individuals to plan for readiness and response operations.. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is an Installations (formerly CP-12) Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction.htm for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. The following incentives may be authorized: Student Loan Repayment, Advanced In-hire, Relocation Incentive, Recruitment Incentive or Advanced Leave Accrual. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. 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. Review our benefits 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.