This position is in Region 10, Washington Operations Office. About Region 10: Region 10 website. 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

At the entry level of this position, you will:

Requirements

• You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section.
• You must be a U.S. citizen.

Qualifications

We are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below: To qualify for the GS-12 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-11 level defined as reviewing and analyzing state and/or organization water programs and recommend changes. To qualify for the GS-13 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as reviewing and analyzing state and/or organization water programs and recommend changes; analyze and evaluate new or revised environmental guidelines to determine impact on water resources. Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas:   -Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws and regulations, such as the Clean Water Act (CWA), and/or other water quality laws, documentation and reporting requirements. -Skill in oral communication sufficient to provide guidance and negotiation on complex aspects of environmental protection policies, plans, and programs. -Skill in written communication sufficient to respond to a wide variety of external inquiries, and develop program reporting, policies and guidance. -Knowledge of water program management concepts, principles and practices. -Skill in developing, planning and implementing water protection programs and requirements. -Knowledge of federal regulations, laws, policies and practices governing contracts and/or grants administration. 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Environmental Protection Agency US Environmental Protection Agency Human Resources Office 26 West Martin Luther King Drive, Mail Stop N-132 Cincinnati, Ohio 45268 United States
• Name: Lynette Kruger
• Phone: 513-569-7395
• Email: [email protected]