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Join the staff of the Bureau of Reclamation as a HAZMAT project manager.
This position is located with the Bureau of Reclamation, Central California Area Office, Resources Management Division, in Folsom, CA. For more information on the Folsom area visit: http://www.folsom.ca.us/
Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement.
04/15/2020 to 04/29/2020
$69,761 - $108,705 per year
GS 11 - 12
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
25% or less - Travel is required approximately 25% of the time.
No
Permanent
Full-time - Full time
Competitive
12
No
No
BR-MP-2020-019
565726700
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
Current Federal Employees serving under career or career-conditional appointments; Former Federal Employees with reinstatement eligibility; Current and Former Overseas Employees; VRA, VEOA and 30% Disabled Veterans; Individuals with Disabilities (Schedule A); Military Spouse; Peace Corps; AmeriCorps; Vista; Current or Former time-limited employees eligible under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA); and CTAP and ICTAP eligibles.
Position may be filled at the GS-11 or GS-12 level. At the full performance GS-12 level, the incumbent serves as a project manager for assigned projects and investigation in the areas of hazardous waste and environmental compliance.
GS-11 grade level, the duties of this position are developmental in nature, leading to the full performance level of GS-12. The incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the next level of the position upon meeting all regulatory requirements; certification by the supervisor of successful performance; completion of all training requirements; and the availability of work at the next higher grade level. Note: Promotion is not automatic.
This is an interdisciplinary position and may be filled in any of the following series GS-0401, or GS-1301 depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Major duties:
-Interprets and provides guidance to the Area Office and facilities regarding local, state, and Federal hazardous materials rules and regulations.
-Develops design data and/or specifications for contracts to clean up and/or dispose of all hazardous waste generated by or discovered on Reclamation lands or facilities; develops and implements criteria for hazardous materials accumulation, storage, and handling facilities and equipment; and reviews contractor proposals for hazardous materials cleanup and disposal jobs prior to award.
-Serves as Area Office advisor for hazardous waste investigations and cleanups as assigned, and coordinates these efforts with appropriate personnel.
-Ensures that Area Office facilities comply with Reclamation's hazardous materials management program by performing periodic reviews which cover a variety of areas.
-Signs waste manifest and bills of lading, maintains hazardous waste records, performs waste categorization, ensure safe storage of hazardous materials and waste, and conducts informal inspections of facilities to identify hazards, risks, and compliance concerns.
-Serves as COTR for hazardous materials contract work for the Area Office.
-Identifies areas in the Area Office of potential environmental concern. Takes primary responsibility for the development of an environmental monitoring plan, including air, soil, and water quality, that will adequately address ecosystem and eco-function concerns.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements, including any selective factors, by the closing date of this announcement.
Time-in-Grade: Current career or career-conditional employees of the Federal government, or former career or career-conditional employees, who have a break in service of less than one year, are required to meet the time-in-grade restriction of one year of Federal experience at the next lower grade, with few exceptions outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b).
Minimum Education Requirement: Applicants must meet the Basic Education Qualification Requirements listed below:
MINIMUM EDUCATION (BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DISCIPLINE, GS-0401):
A. Degree: Biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position;
OR
B. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
MINIMUM EDUCATION (PHYSICAL SCIENCES DISCIPLINE, GS-1301):
A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics;
OR
B. Combination of education and experience, education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above, that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience of additional education.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, applicants must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.
In addition to meeting Basic Education, applicants must have specialized experience or additional education as defined below:
GS-11: One year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service OR three years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
GS-12: One year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service.
Definition of Specialized Experience: To meet specialized experience, your resume must describe experience that demonstrates the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities as follows:
GS-11:Professional experience participating in hazardous waste monitoring and disposal/collections procedures; identifying and evaluating hazardous materials issues; interpreting and providing guidance or technical advice on hazardous materials rules and regulations; and preparing or assisting with environmental documentation for hazardous waste activities. These examples are not all inclusive.
GS-12: Professional experience Administering or assisting in the administration of Environmental Management Programs; providing technical guidance to personnel regarding Environmental Management issues; implementing environmental policy and ensuring compliance with environmental requirements; providing input for recommendations on environmental issues, environmental administrative matters, environmental program budgets and various region-wide responsibilities; conducting hazardous waste handling, storage and shipment, spill response, environmental sampling/testing, and other environmental support services.
Experience that would not normally be part of an applicant's position may be creditable when documented by satisfactory evidence (e.g., a memorandum from the manager or human resources director, SF-52, or similar documentation).
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.
This vacancy announcement allows substituting education for experience. You must submit a copy of your college transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable) to support your education if you are substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred.
This position has a mandatory education requirement; you must furnish a copy of your transcript of college work completed (unofficial copy is acceptable). Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred. Non-submission may result in you being rated not qualified for the position.
Relocation: Travel and relocation expenses are not authorized and are the responsibility of the selectee.
Telework: Reclamation has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval. This is not a virtual position.
Employment Conditions:
-This position requires completion of a one-year probationary period, unless you have previously met this requirement.
-Successful adjudication of personnel security investigation required.
-Travel is required approximately 30% of the time.
-Operation of a government vehicle is required; therefore, you must possess and maintain a valid State’s driver’s license.
-Satisfactory completion of a medical examination is required before assignment to the position.
- Required to lift, carry, and handle items weighing up to 50 lbs.
-All Federal employees are required by PL 104-134 to have federal payments made by direct deposit.
-Incumbent must possess or obtain certification as a Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (CTR)/Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
Optional Form 306 (OF-306): Before final appointment and again before you begin work, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Human Resources (HR) will review resumes and transcript(s) to ensure applicants meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in the assessment questionnaire. The assessment questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes. Applicants determined best-qualified will be referred to the selecting official.
Applicants will be further evaluated on the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) through their resume and responses to the online questions.
1. Thorough knowledge and understanding of State and Federal environmental legislation and regulations such as National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Comprehensive and Liability Act (CERCLA) and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), associated with hazardous substances.
2. Technical skill and knowledge to collect samples, conduct tests, interpret results, create reports and maintain records for review by state and federal regulators.
3. Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to maintenance and operations methods and precautions in storing and handling of hazardous materials and wastes.
4. Extensive knowledge of a broad range of resource management principles and techniques and skill sufficient to analyze complex resource, social, political, legal, environmental, and economic factors; assess specific needs for new or change in resource management programs, and develop innovative or novel strategies and approaches.
5. Knowledge of and skill in oral, written, and group communication.
Applicants must make a fair and accurate assessment of their qualifications. Applicants rating themselves higher than is apparent in their description of experience, competencies, skills, and/or education/training OR that copy vacancy announcement posting information verbatim into resume OR whose resume/application is incomplete may be rated ineligible or score may be lowered.
To be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit a resume (with dates of employment, i.e. years and months), an on-line assessment questionnaire, and the following supporting documents, as appropriate:
Transcript(s): All applicants must furnish a copy of their college transcript(s), if applicable. If selected, you will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify your educational qualifications prior to reporting for work.
SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action: Status applicants (transfer, reassignment, reinstatement, promotion, etc.) must submit a copy of their SF-50, verifying highest rate of pay and documenting career or career-conditional status in the competitive service (Tenure 1 or 2) for which you are claiming eligibility. Failure to submit an SF-50 verifying status may result in the applicant not being considered for this position.
DD-214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you must provide a copy of your DD-214, and you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.
-For 5-point veterans' preference, submit a copy of your DD-214 (Member 4 Copy), or an official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
-For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation requested by this form.
For candidates eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) you must submit the appropriate DD-214 (Member 4 Copy) documenting your eligibility.
For information on veteran's eligibility visit: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/hire/hrp/vetguide/index.aspx
Special Non-Competitive Appointing Authorities: For more information on special non-competitive appointing authorities visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/hiring-authorities/
Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) Eligibles: If you are a current or former land management agency appointee – you must provide documentation to verify eligibility as follows: a) A copy of your SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, that reflects having initially been hired under competitive examining procedures to a time limited (temporary/term) appointment; b) A copy of SF-50(s), Notification of Personnel Action(s), that reflect having served under one (1) or more time-limited (temporary/term) appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two (2) or more years; and (c) A copy of your Performance Appraisal Plan and/or Supervisor Memorandum that reflects having performed at an acceptable level during each period of service. For more information on LMWFA, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/land-management/
CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be well-qualified, i.e. meet the minimum qualification requirements, including selective factors, education and experience requirements and score at least 90 on the assessment questionnaire as established, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For information on CTAP/ICTAP, visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Applications (resume and assessment questionnaire) for this vacancy MUST be received online BEFORE midnight Eastern Time (Washington D.C. time) on the closing date of this announcement. When you're ready to apply, click the blue APPLY ONLINE button at the side of any page. When you have finished with your application, click the SUBMIT APPLICATION button on the bottom of the REVIEW PAGE. Your application will not be received unless you click SUBMIT APPLICATION.
This vacancy is being announced through the Bureau of Reclamation's Hiring System--HireMe. For more information about the HireMe system and the registration process, visit: http://www.usbr.gov/hr/hireme.html
As part of the on-line application process, applicants may be required to submit supporting documents. Failure to submit the requested supporting documents may result in your application not being considered for this position.
Options for submitting supporting documentation include Auto Requested Fax or uploading from a USAJOBS profile (instructions are provided during the online application process.) In addition, applicants may e-mail their supporting documentation to mpjobs@usbr.gov, fax directly to the HR Office at 916-978-5563, or mail or hand-deliver to USBR/ATTN: HR, 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA 95825. Include your name and the vacancy number on the supporting document(s).
Applicants needing assistance in applying online should contact the HR Office at 916-978-5476 or Federal Relay at http://www.federalrelay.us/. The Federal Relay website contains information for TDD/TTY users to receive free needed service. If applying online poses a hardship, contact the HR Office prior to the closing date of the announcement for an alternative method of applying.
After all application packages have been received, resumes and transcripts will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the basic qualification requirements. Each applicant who meets the basic qualifications will be further evaluated on the information provided in the Assessment Questionnaire. Best-qualified applicants will be referred to the selecting official. After making a tentative job offer, a suitability and/or security background investigation will be conducted. A final job offer is typically made within 40 days after the deadline for applications. Applicants should monitor their status for positions with the Bureau of Reclamation by regularly checking their public status notifications in their USAJOBS profile.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/565726700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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