This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Direct Hire Authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as an Architect on the staff of a design organization responsible for planning, and design of new and /or extension, conversion, or modernization of existing buildings or facilities.

Duties

Perform in-house design services by reviewing directives, standard drawings, site data, guide specifications, and other applicable criteria preparatory to the accomplishment of architectural studies, drawings and design documentation. Prepare drawings, specifications, and supporting documents for advertised or negotiated procurements. Review in-house designs, plans, and specifications prepared by other staff architects checking project features for compliance and technical accuracy. Conduct field site visits to discuss project design parameters and investigate related construction problems for military and civil works projects. Communicate effectively in writing in order to prepare, present and evaluate plans, designs, construction submittals, reports and correspondences.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires a current, active, valid and unrestricted license as an Architect in a state, the District of Columbia, or a territory of the United States within 24 months of being selected.
• Must possess and maintain a valid civilian driver's license.

Qualifications

THIS IS AN OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNONCEMENT. REFERRAL LIST WILL BE ISSUED UPON MANAGEMENT REQUEST. Basic Requirement for Architect: A. Degree: bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in architecture or in a related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems. OR B. Combination of Education and Experience: College-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the arts and sciences underlying professional architecture, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the architectural principles, methods, and techniques and their applications to the design and construction or improvement of buildings. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by at least one of the following: (1) Related Curriculum - Degree in architectural engineering provided the completed course work in architectural engineering provided knowledge, skills, and abilities substantially equivalent to those provided in the courses specified in statement A above, or (2) Experience: 1 year of experience in an architect's office or in architectural work for each year short of graduation from a program of study in architecture. In the absence of any college courses, 5 years of such experience is required. This experience must have demonstrated that you have acquired a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional architecture. IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE ABOVE BASIC REQUIREMENT, you must also meet the specialized experiences requirements listed below. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (GS-07): One year of specialized experience which includes: Prepare layout and detailed drawings using specific instructions, notes, or sketches involving architectural aspects of a project. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). OR Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as (Civil, Environmental, General) Architecture or Community Planning or Landscape Architecture. OR Superior Academic Achievement: In order to be creditable under this provision, Superior Academic Achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as that identified in Education above. Superior Academic Achievement is based on:(1) Class Standing - Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR(2) Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.) - Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR (3) Honor Society Membership - Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/). 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) by 18. Add the two percentages. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (GS-09): One year of specialized experience which includes developing design or technical solutions following professional knowledge of architectural concepts and principles to perform assignments following established methods and precedents; practical knowledge of interior design concepts and principles to assist with color and interior furnishings; familiarity with related engineering disciplines such as civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). OR Education: master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as (Civil, Environmental, General) Engineering or Architecture or Community Planning or Economist or General Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences or Landscape Architecture or General Physical Science or Hydrology. 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 graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. Specialized Experience (GS-11): One year of specialized experience which includes professional knowledge of architectural concepts and principles and a practical knowledge of conventional methods and practices sufficient to perform relatively routine work such as preservation and rehabilitation work involving varied buildings normally found on military installations; developing plans and specifications on small structures with few complications expected; researching and developing requirements for programming, planning, and project development to include spreadsheets, and written scopes of work This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. 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 second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Education

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the 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.

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.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

• Architecture
• Oral Communication
• Technical Competence

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-W07406 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, WILMINGTON DO NOT MAIL Savannah, GA 31401 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk