About the Position: Operations Division consults with other elements in the Savannah District navigation dredging, navigation structures, operations and maintenance on locks and dams, maintenance of local flood control structures (Inspection of Completed Works), and the invasive species management program. The division provides guidance for developing designs, plans, and specifications for mechanical systems in support of the District's operations and maintenance program.

Duties

Reviews plans and specifications for upcoming projects. Performs Quality Assurance on assigned Contracts/Projects. Reviews technical data and reports for input in various construction systems and also approves pay estimates. Responsible for inspecting work to ensure contractors are adhering to command policy and Safety Regulations. Consults with contractors and in-house personnel on problems related to construction. Acts as technical advisor for assigned projects and resolves problems that arise between plans and specs. Investigates possible change orders and reports his findings to the Contracting Officers Representative (COR).

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• A National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) Background Investigation is required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

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 EmployeesExecutive Order (E.O.) 12721Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1)Perform Quality Assurance on heavy marine construction projects. 2) Input of data in various required data base systems. 3) Technical review of plans and specs, Quality Control reports, Quality Assurance reports, and Contractor Daily Reports. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). OR Education: Two full years of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as engineering, construction, or industrial technology. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total semester hours minus 18) by 9. Add the two percentages. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.). (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Building and ConstructionData ManagementTechnical 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-08).

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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address GW-APF-W2SR05 U S ARMY ENG DIST, SAVANNAH DO NOT MAIL Savannah, GA 31401 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk