The primary purpose of this position is to perform environmental modeling in the Environmental Modeling and Simulation (EMS) program, Applied Sciences Branch, a critical component of the world-class modeling and simulation program responsible for providing national-level, decision makers with timely, accurate, usable analyses and evaluations.

Duties

DUTY 1: Interpret and translate customer requirements into an appropriate modeling approach. Responsible for developing strategic visions for the program and integrating customer requests into the vision framework. DUTY 2: Stays abreast of current developments and provides advice to division-wide programs, including but not limited to various aspects of atmospheric chemistry (chemical degradation, modeling software development and modification, experimental chemistry, etc.) as well as laboratory analytical techniques/enhancements. DUTY 3: Advises a staff of civilian and military technical personnel on best courses of action. Plays a critical role in the development of products with national scope and importance. DUTY 4: Provides vision, guidance, and direction that influence the EMS program, USAF, and other government programs of critical national importance. DUTY 5: Identifies chemical data evaluation research and evaluation requirements. Plans and manages research and development contract projects.

Requirements

• Requires flexibility to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• Travel and relocation expenses WILL NOT BE PAID
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Position may require temporary duty (TDY) travel as directed or required via military or commercial transportation to CONUS and overseas locations.
• Polygraph: Incumbent may be subject to periodic polygraph testing.
• A master's degree in related field and/or extensive work experience in related field is highly desired.
• Requires flexibility to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

Qualifications

This is an interdisciplinary GG-13 position that may be filled as Chemical Engineer (0893), Physical Scientist (1301), or Chemist (1320) in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional and Scientific" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Basic Requirements: 0893 CHEMICAL ENGINEER Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. or Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. Basic Requirements: 1301 PHYSICAL SCIENTIST Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. or Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Basic Requirements: 1320 CHEMIST Degree: physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering that included 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by course work in mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics. or Combination of education and experience -- course work equivalent to a major as shown in A above, including at least 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: knowledge of concepts, practices, and principles of chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, physical scientist, environmental engineering, and /or hydrology; knowledge or experience in the application of environmental fate modeling with strong analytical skills applicable to hydrological modeling and the environmental fate of effluents is required; knowledge or experience with experimental design, statistical modeling, and methods to develop atmospheric, hydrological and terrestrial decay mechanisms; and knowledge of management of principles and processes, and techniques for assessing operations and developing strategies for operational improvements and efficiencies. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of concepts, practices, and principles of chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, physical science, environmental engineering, and/or hydrology. Working knowledge or experience in the application of environmental fate modeling with strong analytical skills applicable to hydrological modeling and the environmental fate of effluents is required. Working knowledge or experience with experimental design, statistical modeling, and methods to develop atmospheric, hydrological and terrestrial decay mechanisms is required. Working knowledge of management principles and processes, and techniques for assessing operations and developing strategies for operational improvements and efficiencies is required. Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: Position is designated special-sensitive (TOP SECRET) and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

POSITIVE EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: This position has a positive education requirement. If transcripts are not provided, your resume MUST list the appropriate academic field (e.g. biology, mechanical engineering, economics, sociology, etc.) and all courses you have taken (including those failed), which appear to satisfy the qualification requirements of the position for which you are applying. List graduate and undergraduate courses separately. Include the descriptive title and course code, completion date, grade, number of semester, quarter or classroom hours (for education completed at business, secretarial, technical school or military schools) and graduate and undergraduate classes. **As of 1 Sep 2016, current internal AF employees must attach their transcripts. Failure to do so will result in not being referred for the position.

Contacts

• Address IC - Air Force DCIPS 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]