SummaryThis 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: This Engineering Technician (Civil) position is with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Southwestern Division, Galveston District, Engineering and Construction Division, Construction Branch, Northern Area Office, Houston Resident Office located in Houston, TX.
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- Direct and participate in preparation of preliminary plans and specifications and accompanying data sheets covering dredging operations.
- Review plans and specifications from a technical engineering viewpoint for practicability, conformance with existing standards, policies, and feasibility with the available funds.
- Maintain a detailed history of the dredging operations and compiles data used to prepare future dredging programs.
- Prepare reports, maintains record checks and evaluates contract documents relating to contract performance, modifications, payment estimates, completion, and data necessary for the administration of contracts and the monthly and annual reports.
- Assist in the coordination, operation, and maintenance of two different survey systems (land and hydrographic).
- Prepare preliminary and final drawings using the CADD system to accompany reports pertaining to inspections of marine accidents, for removal of wrecks and obstructions in the waterways.
- Provide technical guidance to 2-4 technicians. Plans, assigns, coordinates and approves the work for technical adequacy and progress.
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Conditions of employment- Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
- Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
QualificationsWho May Apply: sIn order to qualify, you must meet the 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.
Specialized Experience for GS-11:Internal to Federal Government: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Processing complex topographic and hydrographic surveys AND 2) Analyzing GPS surveys to verify vertical and horizontal control; AND 3) Evaluating survey data for project specifications and tabulations of quantities. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
External to Federal Government: 1) Processing survey data using electronic systems; AND 2) Utilizing equipment capabilities for topographic and hydrographic surveys; AND 3) Evaluating survey data. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10).
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience aloneno substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Additional information- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
- This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
- If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
- This is a(n) Engineers and Scientists (Resources and Construction) Career Program position aligned under the Construction, Analysis, Science, Infrastructure & Engineers (CASIE) Career Management Directorate.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit for more information.
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
- A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive MAY be offered, depending on funding availability and management discretion. An Incentive must be requested by selected applicant at the time of the tentative job offer and approved prior to hire. An Incentive requires a signed service agreement.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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