Interdisciplinary, GS-XXXX-11/12, (96014)

This announcement is to recruit a GS-XXXX-11/12 for USACE South Atlantic Division, Caribbean District, Regulatory Branch. 

This position will report to the USACE San Juan, PR location. 

This position will report to the USACE San Juan, PR location. 

Open/Close: 3 March - 12 March, 2025 

Series Considered:( 0401) Biologist, (0819) Enviromental Engineer, (1301) Physical Scientist, (0150) Geographer

Regulatory Specialist (Interdisciplinary), Duties: Independently evaluate, process, and manage all types of permit applications and regulatory requests (General Permits (GP), Letters of Permission (LOP), Standard Permits (SP), Jurisdictional Determinations (JD), pre-application requests, permit compliance etc.). Objectively and critically evaluate permit applications, including determining regulatory authority, identifying and quantifying regulated activities, identifying the appropriate permit instrument, assessing information needs, conducting the appropriate evaluations (National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Section 404(b) (1) of the Clean Water Act, National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Endangered Species Act
(ESA), 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: 

    • Knowledge of a broad range of environmental principles, regulations, policies, procedures, laws, and techniques sufficient to insure that regulatory work is in compliance with applicable legal standards and other requirements and that such work is implemented in an environmentally sustainable manner. Regulatory work requires skills sufficient to identify, interpret, and evaluate complex regulatory factors and related natural, cultural and social conditions and to prepare or evaluate the adequacy of environmental documentation or similar analyses, such as those conducted under the National Environmental Policy Act, Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines, Endangered Species Act, and National Historic Preservation Act.

      Professional knowledge of the basic principles of geography, biology and/or physical science and skill sufficient to identify, interpret, and determine the significance of the interrelationships existing among various natural and human phenomena and the processes of change which result from the impact of planned construction activities. Familiarity with related biological, physical, cultural and social sciences (such as ecology, botany, limnology, soil science, hydrology, chemistry, archaeology, and economics) and knowledge of applicable elements of engineering. The ability to adapt practices from such sciences and engineering where relevant guidance is lacking in the environmental specialty area.

      Knowledge of project management techniques and skill sufficient to ensure an integrative approach toward interpreting and determining significance of relationships, evaluate and recommend alternatives, conduct studies, determine potential impacts, anticipate and resolve problems as well as to result in work products which are well reasoned, factually accurate, thorough in analysis and valid with respect to interpretations.

      Knowledge of vegetation, soils, and hydrology sufficient to accomplish and verify accurate wetland delineations.

      Knowledge of and skill in written and oral communication and mediation techniques sufficient to effectively describe, explain, influence and negotiate concerning environmental issues, problems, and solutions to diverse audiences, including, but not limited to, co-workers, the general public, special and private interest groups, applicants and violators, local, state, and Federal government representatives, political appointees and the media.

      Knowledge and skill to serve as the district's technical representative or government's expert witness during court cases contesting the issuance or denial of a Department of the Army permit.

      • 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 25% or more (may be less if requested by management) of the time.
      • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
      • One-year trial/probationary period may be required.
      • 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)

         

        Education: 

    • Basic Requirement for Geography: A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in geography; or related physical or social science such as geology, meteorology, economics, statistics, sociology, anthropology, political science, history, cartography, computer science, urban studies, or planning that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields. OR. B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major in geography, or a related field that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
      
      Basic Requirement for Gen Natural Resources Mgmt. and Biological Sciences A Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR.B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
      
      Basic Requirement for Physical Scientist: A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher 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. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to one of the majors, as shown in A above, that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.