This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: The Operations Division is the center of technical competence for operations and matters in the New England District. The Cape Cod Canal Project includes two hurricane barriers and 7 recreational areas. The Cape Cod Canal Field Office is located in Buzzards Bay.

Duties

Work under the general supervision of the Engineer who makes assignments in terms of objectives, priorities, and possible course of action. Perform recurring tasks independently, applying knowledge gained through experience in the practical applications of the methods and techniques of civil engineering and construction management. Exercise independent judgment and decision making in construction quality assurance (QA) determinations. Perform nonprofessional civil engineering work involved in the maintenance, repair, alteration, and construction of Cape Cod Canal project buildings, structures, and facilities. Plan, develop, and coordinate the execution of a wide variety of maintenance and repair projects which include certain new features and nonstandard design characteristics. Perform complete engineering projects of relatively limited scope, and portions of larger, more diverse projects throughout the entire geographic area.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• This position requires the incumbent to work in outdoor conditions involving moderate exposure to rain and cold/hot weather.
• This position involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risks such as: standing, bending, walking through rough and uneven terrain and avoiding obstructions and discomforts, such as:
• dust, strong odors, or fumes from fuels, chemicals, or engine exhaust; high levels of noise and vibration, dust, grease, electrical hazards, uncovered moving parts of machinery.
• The work may require the incumbent to wear special protective clothing and/or using protective equipment.
• Relocation/ PCS NOT authorized.
• Recruitment/Relocation/Retention Incentive NOT Authorized.
• See other requirements below.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. Specialized Experience Requirements: GS-09: One year of specialized experience includes meeting any two of the following: 1) Provide technical oversight of construction contracts; 2) develop and/or review plans, specifications, and estimates for proposed projects; such as, engineering or construction management; and 3) develop and submit contract usage and cost reports utilizing excel/Microsoft Project for management. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: 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).For GS-09: 52 weeks at GS-08

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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Contacts

• Address RD-W2SF05 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-NEW ENGLAND DO NOT MAIL Concord, MA 01742 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk