Planning and Environmental Division Chief with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Provide planning and environmental support for other District elements including the Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Operations, and Real Estate Divisions. Coordinate the District planning program for Flood Risk Management, navigation and other water uses with other public and private interests that also develop and implement water resource projects in certain river basins of the District. Provide economic studies, environmental studies long-term operation and maintenance plans, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements for the continuing operation of completed projects. Provide environmental impact statements and assessments for both Clean Water Act and Navigation certifications. Provide environmental compliance studies and reports. Advise the District Engineer on the comprehensive water resources development program of the District including the development of Flood Risk Management, navigation, hydroelectric power, recreation, and other projects across the region. Consult with private engineering firms, industrial representatives, etc. to furnish technical data regarding water supply requirements, minimum flow requirements, and flood conditions for developments to be located along water sources. Plan and assign work to subordinates determining work schedules and priorities. Provide advice, counsel and instruction on work and administrative matters. Reviews and approves the full range of personnel actions recommended by subordinate supervisors. Responsible for nurturing a positive command climate within the planning division. Addresses and resolves systemic employee complaints. Enforces discipline and corrects poor performance. Responsible for training and developing their workforce through both formal and informal training programs, mentorship programs, and a productive counseling program. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires a Secret Security Clearance Financial Disclosure is required. One year supervisory probationary period may be required This position is designate as Mission Essential Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange Agreement
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998In 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 . Basic Requirements for the 0110- Economist Basic Requirements for the 0020- Community Planner Basic Requirements for the 0193- Archeologist Basic Requirements for the 1301- Physical Scientist Basic Requirements for the 0810/0819- Civil/Environmental Engineer Basic Requirements for the 0401- Natural Resource/Biologist In addition to meeting at least one of the Basic Requirements (Education) Above, you must also meet the Specialized experience listed below. Specialized Experience for GS-15: One year of specialized experience which includes: (1) conducting planning analysis in accordance with "Principles and Guidelines for Water and Related Land Resources Implementation Studies" (2) Facilitate planning of Civil Works water resources projects consistent with laws and regulations. (3) Providing guidance on complex policy and technical issues impacting a Civil Works program. (4) Mentor and develop employees during the evaluation and implementation processes and (5) Build relationships with stakeholders within the local, regional, or national level to effectively achieve outcomes. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-14). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Environmental Planning
Leadership
Oral Communication
Technical Competence Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-14). 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: 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. One year trial/probationary period may be required. 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 Career Program (CP) 18 - Engineers and Scientists position 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 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 special programs/incentives MAY be offered if it is appropriate to the position being filled and in the best interest of the government: - Student Loan Repayment - Advanced In-hire (offered to new Federal employees only) - Advanced Leave Accrual (offered to new Federal employees only) - Permanent change of station Entitlement (PCS) - Relocation (offered to current Federal employees only) /Recruitment Incentives (offered to new Federal employees only)" Benefits Help 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 window Learn 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. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified . click apply for full job details

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