About the Position: This position is with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Vicksburg, MS. Serves as the Liaison Officer (LNO) to the Deputy Secretary of the Army for Research and Technology (DASA-RT) and the focal point for ERDC-DASA-RT science and technology engagements Interdisciplinary position which may be filled under any of the listed Job Family Series.

Duties

Serves as the Liaison Officer (LNO) to the Deputy Secretary of the Army for Research and Technology (DASA-RT) and the focal point for ERDC-DASA-RT science and technology engagements. Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) on ERDC research and development-related technical activities and strategic initiatives Interface and coordinate with ERDC and DASA-RT organizational elements regarding capability gaps, needs, and projects. Promote linkage and alignment of ERDC's unique capabilities Organize key visits and meetings with DASA-RT partners. Applies knowledge of all ERDC mission areas to analyze technical activities, situations, and select courses of action Communicates in writing and in person with General Officers and members of the Senior Executive Service.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Appointment subject to a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• This position is covered by the Civilian Drug Abuse Testing Program. Pre-employment and random drug testing may be required.
• Approximately 25% temporary duty travel may be required to meet mission requirement.
• Annual Financial Disclosure Statement.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a two year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.

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 EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education/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. To qualify for this position you must meet one of the basic requirements listed in the below links for the series in which you are applying: Engineering 0801, 0810, 0830, 0850, 0893 series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Architect 0808 series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/architecture-series-0808/ Physical Scientist 1301 series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/general-physical-science-series-1301/ Geography 0150 series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0100/geography-series-0150/ Computer Science 1550 series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/ Biologist 0401 series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0400/general-natural-resources-management-and-biological-sciences-series-0401/ In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the DB-04 (GS-14) or above grade level in the Federal service which includes: 1) Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to better identify potential research capability gaps; 2) Provide continuous support in the strategic alignment and execution. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Creativity and InnovationDeveloping OthersInterpersonal SkillsOral CommunicationResearch This position is covered by the Science and Technology Laboratory Personnel Management Demonstration Project at the DB-05 (equivalent to GS-15) grade level. In accordance with the Federal Register Vol. 63, No. 57, dated March 25, 1998, Laboratory Demonstration Project employees must have a current average performance score of at least 2.5 or equivalent (fully successful rating) for promotion consideration. This announcement MAY be used to fill like vacancies six months from the closing date. All qualification requirements, including time after competitive appointment, must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

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 RG-W2R2AA US ARMY ENGR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMT CTR DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk