About the Position: Serves as the Associate Technical Director (ATD) for the Environmental Laboratory's (EL) Technical Director of Civil Works, Environmental Engineering and Sciences (TD of CW ENV).This position may filled as one of the following Researchers: Community Planner Archeologist Biologist Ecologist General Engineer Architect Physical Scientist Mathematician Statistician Computer Scientist

Duties

Assist the Technical Director and support the Program Managers in managing and implementing complex applied Civil Works research programs to maximize the Environmental Laboratory's ability to execute an effective, research and development program. Support the Technical Director and Program Managers in the development of sound and defensible environmental engineering and science R-D programs relevant to USACE environmental user needs and requirements; Assist the Technical Director in providing timely responses to data calls (oral and written ), including prompt development of storyboards, briefings, and scope/schedule/budget for initiatives as needed; Advise the Technical Director on strategic direction and program/staffing/funding decisions; requires strong leadership skills, rapid information and data assembly , formulation of short- and long-term impact assessments. Directly support and develop technical and strategic initiatives affiliated with EL Civil Works direct and reimbursable programs Define, establish, and direct organizational focus on challenging and highly complex strategic areas of interest to ensure integration of Civil Works R-D activities across all functional programs and strategic focus areas. Engage with key USACE Districts/Divisions; other ERDC CW Business Line ATD’s, academic and federal/state organizations; Attend conferences/workshops, seminars, and read current literature to maintain professional knowledge in relevant Civil Works environmental topics. Ensure integration of historical and current CW R-D activities across all functional ERDC programs, maximizing the EL's ability to execute an effective, quality research and development program. To the extent possible, generate, cultivate, and implement research and reimbursable work Interact with the ERDC Civil Works Research and Development Area Leadership Team and others regarding the implementation of existing programs and the development of new ones. Provide customer care and support to ERDC and EL outreach initiatives Support technology transfer and the technical missions of the EL, working closely with the Laboratory's management team including Executive Office, Technical Directors, Division Chiefs, Branch Chiefs, and researchers

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires a pre-employment financial disclosure and annually thereafter in accordance with DoD Directive 55000-7-R.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time

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) TransferPeople with Disabilities, Schedule AReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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. Basic Education Requirement for 0020 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0000/community-planning-series-0020/ Basic Education Requirement for 0193 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0100/archeology-series-0193/ Basic Education Requirement for 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/ Basic Education Requirement for 0801 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/general-engineering-series-0801/ Basic Education Requirement for 0808 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/architecture-series-0808/ Basic Education Requirement for 1301 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=1300-ndx Basic Education Requirement for 1520 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/mathematics-series-1520/ Basic Education Requirement for 1530 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/statistics-series-1530/ Basic Education Requirement for 1550 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/statistics-series-1530/ 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 which includes conducting research in the areas of environmental science, environmental engineering, ecology, ecological restoration, aquatic plant control or similar field. The definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service DB-04 (GS-14). In accordance with the Federal Register Vol. 63, No. 57, dated March 25, 1998, an employee of the Laboratory Demonstration project must have a current average performance score of 2.5 or above in order to be selected for promotion. All applicants currently employed under a Laboratory Demonstration Project must include their most recent performance appraisal score as part of their electronic resume. If you are a Lab Demo employee submitting your resume for the first time, or if you have previously submitted your resume without your most recent score, you must submit your resume now with the following statement to be included in the section on your training: Current Performance Rating 2.5. All qualification requirements, including time after competitive appointment, must be met by the closing date of this announcement. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Communications Environmental Engineering Leadership Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-14).

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-W03GAA US ARMY ENGR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMT CTR DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk