CIVIL ENGINEER with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Continued from Summary section: This position is intended to develop broad gauged individuals who can deal effectively with change and complexity within the Air Force environment as it relates to their career field; to perform the full range of civil engineering work, to apply the training and/or education received and complete developmental assignments and training outlined in the formal training & development plan. The full performance (target) and out-placement grade for this position is GS-12; Incumbent must meet all regulatory training requirements prior to promotion to the target grade. Duties: Monitors and manages projects for new construction, renovations, and improvements to real property facilities and maintains surveillance over construction contractors utilizing a professional knowledge of civil engineering and knowledge of other engineering disciplines to ensure overall compliance with contracted specifications, schedules, etc. Assists in planning and design process for new construction, renovations, and improvement projects for real property facilities and utility systems utilizing a professional knowledge of civil engineering. Evaluates/recommends programs and development plans and advocates for project requirements. Performs work in facilities operations and maintenance (O&M) functions. Provides consulting services and project coordination. Collects data and evaluates factors which affect the application of concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to observe, examine, measure, analyze, map, and describe physical and technical features and phenomena. Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position Leave accrual may be authorized upon request Eligible for a Cost-of-Living-Allowance (COLA) which is subject to change without notice Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military and commercial aircraft The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position May act as project liaison with the Army Corps of Engineers or other design agencies as required May be required to serve on A and E selection boards The employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position. (Continued) The selectee will have up to 24 months to meet the applicable mandatory experience, education, and training requirements. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. (continued) Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. Acquisition Position requires Financial Statement OGE 450 Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, Civil Engineer Series 0810. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf (opm.gov) In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of civil engineering duties; ability to modify standard practices and adapt equipment or techniques to solve a variety of problems; ability to adapt precedents or make significant departures from previous approaches to similar projects in order to provide for the specialized requirements of some projects; and ability to apply the standard practices of related engineering disciplines and architecture as they relate to engineering design; knowledge of state and local jurisdictions over the use of land and natural resources, the construction of facilities and utilities, and the distribution of utilities services. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: Provide copy of college transcript. GS-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of civil, engineering concepts, principles, and practices applicable to a broad range of engineering, construction management, life cycle management, etc. and related assignments; knowledge of design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications; knowledge of drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings; knowledge of and familiarity with related fields of work such as architectural, electrical, mechanical, and environmental engineering sufficient to ensure that areas of overlapping responsibilities receive proper design considerations; knowledge of the installation/command mission and organization; knowledge of state and local jurisdictions over the use of land and natural resources, the construction of facilities and utilities, and the distribution of utilities services. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Professional knowledge of civil engineering concepts, principles, and practices and familiarity with architectural and other engineering disciplines. 2. Knowledge of a broad range of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials, and equipment to determine compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations; of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures as it relates to facilities engineering; knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements; of environmental principles, laws, and regulations; of work classifications and the regulatory and statutory restrictions on the expenditures of appropriated and non-appropriated funds. 3. Knowledge of automated data processing concepts, systems capabilities; and knowledge of program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control and budget systems and management. 4. Knowledge of aesthetic and functional design techniques and skill in preparing project documentation, to include preliminary drawings, sketches, and construction drawings sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings. 5. Ability to plan, conduct and record site/facilities surveys and inspection; to document, analyze, interpret, and apply results, and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend timely and economical solutions. 6. Ability to plan and organize work and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and architects; and communicate effectively both orally and in writing and maintain good working relationships. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Yo

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