This position is in The Office of Water (OW).  About OW:  OW This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis. *Work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized as described in the Benefits section.    

Duties

You will:

Requirements

• You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section.
• EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings.
• This is a temporary position (see Other Information on assignment limits).
• Position has education requirements--see Qualifications/Education section.

Qualifications

In addition to the educational requirements, we are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below: To qualify for the GS-14 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-13 level defined as programmatic experience and knowledge of the national NPDES and the Highway administration programs in relation to stormwater and experience interacting with a wide range of executives and stakeholders on diverse matters relating to the development and execution of policies and regulations for the successful execution of a program.   Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: Knowledge and understanding of the Clean Water Act and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative scientific and engineering theories and principles to evaluate technical information. Ability to establish organizational goals and objectives. Skill in reviewing and analyzing final determinations on complex environmental impact statements. Knowledge of the NPDES program and DOT regulations in regards to stormwater. Skill in ways to improve production and quality of work. Ability to provide expert advice in national policy development and implementation. Skill in developing and providing oversight of regulations and policy related to stormwater and transportation. Ability to consider broad and varied perspectives to advise on options and persuade management officials to accept and implement recommendations. Ability to confer with key government officials and experts and represent Agency at conferences, public meetings, hearings, and congressional requests. Skill in consensus building and conflict resolution to effectively engage in complex topics. Skill in interpersonal communication to establish and maintain effective relationships with management, supervisors, and employees. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. If you have part-time work experience, read this: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Education

You need a degree or combination of education and experience as described below to qualify for this position.

A bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in 

0800 - Engineering Series:

All applicants must meet one of the following requirements to qualify for consideration for an engineering position:

• Successful completion of a professional engineering degree at an accredited university or college

OR

• Have a combination of college level education or training AND technical experience that has furnished you with (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional 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.  The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following:

1. Professional registration as an engineer.
2. Evidence of passing the Engineer-in-Training written test.
3. Successful documented completion of at least 60 semester hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences as described by OPM.
4. Successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in engineering technology or in an appropriate professional field and at least 1 year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance.

Please review the OPM page on specifics about required curriculum and for more information on qualifications, please visit GS-800: All Professional Engineering Positions qualifications.

1301 - General Physical Science Series:

You must have a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in 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 a combination of education and experience with education equivalent to one of the majors listed that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

For information about accreditation requirements, visit EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Contacts

• Address Environmental Protection Agency US Environmental Protection Agency Human Resources Office 26 West Martin Luther King Drive, Mail Stop 132 Cincinatti, Ohio 45268 United States
• Name: LESLIE BAUER
• Phone: 513-569-7222
• Email: [email protected]