SummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce.
This position is for the
St Paul District.Learn more about this agencyDutiesHelp
- Prepares preliminary and final input to planning reports, design documentation reports, contract drawings, as-built drawings and Operation and Maintenance manuals. Drawing preparation is performed utilizing Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CAD)
- Conducts site reconnaissance and assists with field surveys for the purpose of: (a) collecting data on existing, anticipated, or as-constructed conditions, (b) visually analyzing and selecting tentative field locations for specific project features.
- Prepares survey request for civil works and environmental restoration projects. Evaluates, processes, and transforms survey and utility data into base engineering drawings.
- Performs technical and design assignments using CAD and civil engineering design software package.
- Understands and utilizes more advanced CAD applications and Digital Terrain Modeling (DTM) features, as well as surveying, civil engineering and District drafting standards.
- Serves as the senior technician for Computer Aided Design (CAD) and related systems.
- Oversees the implementation and maintenance of computer engineering work systems and tools used for the development of projects
- Develops preliminary and final details of drawings, and all or portions of design analysis for a variety of engineering features for navigation, flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, and emergency operation projects.
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Conditions of employment- Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- Relocation/PCS NOT authorized.
- Recruitment/Relocation/Retention NOT authorized.
- See other requirements below.
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; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Experience Requirements: GS-09Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting
two of the following: 1) Make technical recommendations based upon preliminary engineering data interpretation and/or test results; 2) prepare drawings or reports utilizing Computer Aided Design (CAD) software; 3) identify technical, civil/site design, and/or survey problems inherent in engineering assignments; 4) Assist engineers in the preparation of project plans, specifications, cost estimates, and/or schedules; and 5) provide design analyses for civil works projects such as; flood control, ecosystem, restoration, and/or emergency operation projects. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08).
GS-10Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting
three of the following: 1) Make technical recommendations based upon preliminary engineering data interpretation and/or test results; 2) prepare drawings or reports utilizing Computer Aided Design (CAD) software; 3) identify technical, civil/site design, and/or survey problems inherent in engineering assignments; 4) Assist engineers in the preparation of project plans, specifications, cost estimates, and/or schedules; and 5) provide design analyses for civil works projects such as; flood control, ecosystem, restoration, and/or emergency operation projects. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
GS-11Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting
four of the following: 1) Make technical recommendations based upon preliminary engineering data interpretation and/or test results; 2) prepare drawings or reports utilizing Computer Aided Design (CAD) software; 3) identify technical, civil/site design, and/or survey problems inherent in engineering assignments; 4) Assist engineers in the preparation of project plans, specifications, cost estimates, and/or schedules; and 5) provide design analyses for civil works projects such as; flood control, ecosystem, restoration, and/or emergency operation projects. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10).
EducationFOREIGN 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: ;br>
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 periodduring 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 Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
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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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