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Geologist, GS-1350-11 (64421)

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  • Position Title:
    • Geologist, GS-1350-11 (64421)
  • Pay Plan:
    • GS
  • Occupational Series:
    • 1350 - Geology (1350)
  • Grade:
    • 11
  • Hourly vs Salary:
    • Salary
  • Job Posting Open Date:
    • 12/18/2025
  • Job Posting Close Date:
    • 01/15/2026
  • Announcement Type:
    • TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
  • Position Type:
    • Permanent
  • High Salary:
    • 1
  • Low Salary :
    • 1
  • USACE Organization :
    • South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Jacksonville District
  • Locations (City, State):
    • West Palm Beach, FL
  • Position Overview/Duties:

    • Opening and Closing Dates: 17 December 2025–15 January 2026

      Position Title: Geologist, GS-1350-11 (64421)

      Duty Location(s): West Palm Beach, FL

      Duties:

      • Make reconnaissance of area to determine best method of approach; plans and conducts geological and soil investigations; and pre-pares reports showing the structure, composition, characteristics, attitude, and variations of geologic conditions.
      • Make field reconnaissance of structural sites and inspects core drilling, recovery and classification techniques.
      • Direct and control the field work of Government and contractor core drill parties working in the area.
      • Make and direct studies and develops data and recommendations for solution of special geologic problems, such as aquifer, lithology, soundness of rock, and improvement of core drilling, soil sampling, and core recovery and preparation techniques.
      • Recommend and supervise special sampling or testing such as undisturbed Shelby tube samples, vane shear tests, relative density tests, etc.

  • Other Conditions and Requirements:

    • This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

      Other Requirements:

      • Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
      • All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
      • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
      • A trial or probationary period may be required.
      • Direct deposit of pay is required.
      • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 50% of the time.
      • This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
      • Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
      • Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
      • This position is eligible for situational telework.
  • Life/Work Balance:
    • Life/Work Flexibilities Determined by Specific Position
  • Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements:
    • GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor:
    • To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).
  • Reasonable Accommodation:
    • Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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