Why search any longer - we have just the opportunity for you! Come, join us, and become a vital part of the team to restore the Trinity River and its populations of salmon, steelhead and other fish and wildlife. Serve as a hydrology/geomorphology expert on an interdisciplinary team overseeing scientific evaluations and providing design recommendation that directly affect river restoration projects along the Trinity River. For information on the TRRP, visit http://www.trrp.net/
This position is located with the Bureau of Reclamation, Northern California Area Office,Trinity River Restoration Division, Weaverville, California. For information on the Northern California Area Office visit: http://www.usbr.gov/mp/ncao/ For information on Weaverville, Trinity County, CA visit: http://www.trinitycounty.com
Additional positions may be filled through this announcement.
Summary
Why search any longer - we have just the opportunity for you! Come, join us, and become a vital part of the team to restore the Trinity River and its populations of salmon, steelhead and other fish and wildlife. Serve as a hydrology/geomorphology expert on an interdisciplinary team overseeing scientific evaluations and providing design recommendation that directly affect river restoration projects along the Trinity River. For information on the TRRP, visit http://www.trrp.net/
This position is located with the Bureau of Reclamation, Northern California Area Office,Trinity River Restoration Division, Weaverville, California. For information on the Northern California Area Office visit: http://www.usbr.gov/mp/ncao/ For information on Weaverville, Trinity County, CA visit: http://www.trinitycounty.com
Additional positions may be filled through this announcement.
Occasional travel - Travel required approximately 10% of the time.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses (with the exception of the Guaranteed Home Sale provisions) is authorized for payment by the Bureau of Reclamation. Specific entitlements will be determined at time of selection.
Position may be filled at the GS-11 or GS-12 level. At the full performance GS-12 level, the incumbent serves as a senior engineer/scientistr.
At the GS-11 level, the duties of this position are developmental in nature and lead 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-0810 or GS-1301 depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Serves as a hydrology/geomorphology expert on an interdisciplinary team of specialist to oversee and provide design recommendations for restoration projects including: bank rehabilitation, gravel augmentation, riparian revegetation, floodplain creation, sediment management, and watershed restoration. Performs the follow:
As the technical specialist in fluvial processes, performs hydraulic and sediment transport modeling, monitoring of water temperature and other water quality indicators, geomorphic baseline monitoring, and in-stream flow measurements, analyses.
Organizes work efforts to implement specific program objectives for in-stream flow evaluations of the Trinity River. Considers the physical processes associated with alluvial rivers as they relate to anadromous fisheries, including river channel migration, flood frequencies, in-stream flow requirements, and channel modification techniques used in habitat restoration.
Evaluates historical monitoring results. Develops discipline-specific monitoring strategies and protocols. Evaluates results and trends. Collects planning and design data. Prepares statistical analysis to include computer modeling to evaluate sediment contribution and transport, channel geometry, and responses resulting from channel modifications.
Leads group’s efforts in channel rehabilitation project design recommendations. Leads the development of annual flow schedule recommendations. Integrates multi-disciplinary information and identification of alternatives to resolve conflicting physical and biological management needs.
Conducts literature searches and synthesizes and documents findings in a variety of technical reports.
Exercises tact and diplomacy in maintaining effective working relationships with the representatives of cooperating agencies, the Indian Tribes involved, landowners, special interest groups, and the general public.
Successful adjudication of personnel security investigation required.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade restrictions and 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).
Qualifications
Minimum Education Requirement: Applicants must meet the Basic Education Qualification Requirements listed below:
Civil Engineer (Hydrologic), GS-0810: A. Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor’s degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET); or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. *OR* B. Combination of education and experience - college level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following (see U.S. Office of Personnel Management qualifications standards operating manual for specifics): (1) professional registration or licensure; (2) written test (FE exam or other written test required for professional registration); (3) specified academic courses; (4) related curriculum.
Physical Scientist, GS-1301: A. A Degree in 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. A combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester ours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or 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. in a directly related field.
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 in sediment transport modeling, water temperature and water quality modeling,geomorphic baseline monitoring, or in-stream flow analysis used to stabilize, protect, restore and enhance river or similar environments. These examples are not all inclusive.
GS-12: Professional experience performing river sediment and geomorphology studies, and experience using pertinent sediment yield/transport, fluivial geomorphology, and river hydraulics software to perform digital simulation modeling, designs and data analysis to stabilize, protect, restore and enhance river environments. These examples are not all inclusive.
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.
Education
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.
Additional information
Relocation: Travel and relocation expenses are authorized. Eligibility for specific relocation services will be determined at the time of selection. However, use of Relocation Services Contract (Guaranteed Home Sale) will not be authorized.
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.
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. -Operation of a government vehicle is required; therefore, you must possess and maintain a valid State’s driver’s license. -Some travel will be required to visit construction sites, attend meetings, conferences. -Work is indoors and outside, subject to prevailing weather and terrain. -All Federal employees are required by PL 104-134 to have federal payments made by direct deposit. -Required to obtain and use a government-issued credit card for business travel. -This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by NFFE, Local 951.
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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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
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. Professional knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices and techniques of hydraulic engineering, hydrology, or hydro-geology to serve as a technical specialist in the areas of river hydraulics, channel design, model sedimentation and transport, and watershed restoration. 2. Ability to develop monitoring strategies and protocols, advise and direct field survey teams, evaluate results and trends, and recommend improvements to habitat restoration project designs. 3. Knowledge and competency in use of pertinent sediment yield/transport, fluvial geomorphology, and river hydraulics modeling software to perform digital simulation modeling, designs and data and statistical analyses. 4. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to prepare technical reports, provide technical advice, and explain and defend assumptions, practices, and data collection techniques. 5. Skill in developing interpersonal relationships to work as a team member and coordinate and solicit technical evaluations and products.
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 whose resume/application is incomplete may be removed from employment consideration. To preview questions please click here.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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 your 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 10Point 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.
Special Non-Competitive Appointing Authorities: For more information on special non-competitive appointing authorities visit: http://www.opm.gov/wtw/html/except.htm
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/
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
BUREAU OF RECLAMATION
2800 Cottage Way
Attn: MP-500
Sacramento, California 95825-1898
United States
Next steps
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.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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 your 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 10Point 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.
Special Non-Competitive Appointing Authorities: For more information on special non-competitive appointing authorities visit: http://www.opm.gov/wtw/html/except.htm
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/
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
BUREAU OF RECLAMATION
2800 Cottage Way
Attn: MP-500
Sacramento, California 95825-1898
United States
Next steps
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.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
