Supervisory Interdisciplinary (Bio/Env Eng/Eco/Phy Sci/Geo/Civil Eng/Arch)

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Worforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position will be for the MVP St. Paul District, MVN New Orleans District, and USACE HQ's Washington, D.C Regulatory Chief Position. Duties As Chief of the Regulatory Division, the incumbent works under the general supervision of the District Commander. The District Commander assigns broadly defined missions and functions and provides general administrative direction. The program is directed toward improving and enhancing the physical, biological and chemical integrity of the nation's water resources. The incumbent will ensure that regulated activities in these waters are not contrary to the public interest, considering environmental, social and economic concerns. Manages the program in compliance with governing public laws, regulations, interagency agreements, and policies of higher headquarters. Recommends, to District Engineer, policies and program direction consistent with higher headquarters directives. Supervises major functions which consist of permit and enforcement processes. Serves as senior technical advisor and consultant to the District Engineer and staff concerning all regulatory matters. Serves as liaison with other District elements, Mississippi Valley Division and Corps Headquarters; other Federal, State and local governmental agencies; private interest groups and the general public. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities and delegated resource management authority personally and through subordinates. Determines long-range manpower requirements. Meets performance standards through the control of expenditures, allocation of available resources and contracting. Develops and implements the district comprehensive training program for the Regulatory Division. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Relocation/PCS MAY BE authorized. Recruitment/Relocation/Retention MAY BE authorized. See other requirements below. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and 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. Education Requirements: Basic Requirement for Biologist 0401 Series: For basic qualifications, please refer to the opm link for All professional Biologist, 0401 series. Basic Requirement for Environmental Engineer 0819, and Civil Engineer 0810 Series: For basic qualifications, please refer to the opm link for All professional Engineering, 0801, 0819 and 0810 series. Basic Requirement for Ecologist 0408 Series: For basic qualifications, please refer to the opm link for All professional Ecologist 0408 series. Basic Requirement for Physical Scientist 1301 Series: For basic qualifications, please refer to the opm link for All professional Physical Science, 1301 series. Basic Requirement for Geographer 0150 Series: For basic qualifications, please refer to the opm link for All professional Geographer 0150 series. Basic Requirement for Architect 0808 Series: For basic qualifications, please refer to the opm link for All professional Architect, 0808 series. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: GS-15 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting all of the following: 1) Serve as technical advisor to staff concerning all regulatory matters; 2) manage an organization's regulatory program to include: the coordination, budgeting and/or scheduling; 3) supervise major functions such as: permit processes, enforcement processes, and/or programmatic requirements; and 4) provide leadership to a team of multi-disciplined professionals. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-14). "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". Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ 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. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. 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 a This is a Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. One year Supervisory trial/probationary period may be required. 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. 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.