This position is in Region 6, Superfund and Emergency Management Division, Assessment and Enforcement Branch, Enforcement and Cost Recovery Section.  About Region 6: https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-region-6-south-central. This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.*EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section.

Duties

At the entry level of this position, you will:

Requirements

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

Qualifications

NOTE:  You must meet qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for the GS-11 level, you must have one of the following: 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level defined as assisting in enforcement and/or cost recovery activities, analyzing data, and managing/monitoring projects; or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.M., if related; the education must provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position; or equivalent combination of education and experience To qualify for the GS-12 level, you must have 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level defined as developing complex financial calculations for negotiations, settlements, referrals, and/or legislation; making cost recovery and liability determinations; and developing and implementing presentations and training for staff. Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures associated with investigation, enforcement, and litigation activities at Superfund sites. Knowledge of federal, State, and local laws and regulations, documentation and reporting requirements and lawmaking or rule making processes to make decisions or recommendations. Skill in oral communication. Skill in written communication. Skill in managing and monitoring projects. Ability to calculate costs and reconcile financial reports. Ability to coordinate with a wide variety of technical and legal staff and managers on enforcement and cost recovery matters. 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 OMS/OHCO/RCD 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW WJC Bldg North, Mail Code 1448K Washington, District of Columbia 20460 United States
• Name: Elizabeth Castillo
• Phone: 919-541-5659
• Email: [email protected]