This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Directorate of Public Works (DPW) is responsible for design, constructions, maintenance and repair of all facilities, operation of utility systems, management of all environment and disposal, natural and cultural resources programs as well as providing centralized management for Army Family Housing.

Duties

Serve as a construction representative, responsible for maintaining surveillance over all types of construction projects except Military Construction, Army (MCA) Projects. Projects include construction, rehabilitation or renovation of ammunition storage facilities, irrigation systems, administrative buildings, fiber optics, roads, heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, etc. Exercise surveillance to assure that contractor is conducting quality control operations to produce work in conformance with plans and specifications. Review contractor quality control reports and test results for completeness and accuracy Act as Contract Officer's Representative (COR) for assigned projects and maintains the COR files in accordance with applicable regulations. Review plans and specifications during planning and design stages. Inspect materials being used to ensure compliance with plans and specifications as to grade, composition, dimensions, consistency, value or other characteristics.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires pre-employment financial disclosure and annually thereafter in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 15 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time.
• This position requires the possession of or have the ability to possess certification as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible (PPP DoD MRNG) Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible (PPP DoD MSP) Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement (PPP DoD MRNG Dis) Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible (PPP DoD RG) In order to qualify, you must meet the 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 at the GS-11 One year of specialized experience which includes 1) experience applying knowledge of both engineering and construction methods, techniques, materials and equipment; 2) experience inspecting construction projects for conformity to engineering plans and specifications; and 3) experience interpreting engineering and/or architect plans and specifications. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Building and ConstructionContract ManagementOral CommunicationProblem SolvingTechnical Competence

Education

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 requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address AG-APF-W4QVAA US ARMY GARRISON ABERDEEN PRV GRND DO NOT MAIL Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk