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Interdisciplinary GS-XXXX-14 (29006)

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  • Position Title:
    • Interdisciplinary GS-XXXX-14 (29006)
  • Pay Plan:
    • GS
  • Occupational Series:
    • 0193 - Archeology (0193)
    • 0401 - Gen Natural Resources Mgmt And Biological Sciences (0401)
    • 0408 - Ecology (0408)
    • 0819 - Environmental Engineering (0819)
    • 1301 - General Physical Science (1301)
  • Grade:
    • 14
  • Hourly vs Salary:
    • Salary
  • Job Posting Open Date:
    • 12/17/2025
  • Job Posting Close Date:
    • 01/11/2026
  • Announcement Type:
    • TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
  • Position Type:
    • Permanent
  • USACE Organization :
    • South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Jacksonville District
  • Locations (City, State):
    • Jacksonville, FL
  • Position Overview/Duties:

    • Opening and Closing Dates: 17 December 2025–11 January 2026

      Position Title: Interdisciplinary GS-XXXX-14 (29006)

      Duty Location(s): Jacksonville. FL

      Duties:

      Serves as Chief, Environmental Branch, Planning and Policy Division.
      Responsible for developing and implementing the vision, mission, and direction of the organization by leading and managing an inclusive, diverse workforce that leverages the talents of each employee.
      Evaluates work products and methods fairly to ensure quality and to determine superior to sub-standard performance.
      Closely monitors available funding to assure adequacy for work remaining on specific investigations and assure most effective utilization of available manpower and resources.
      Ensures that sufficient contracting capability is maintained for the accomplishment of the work of the Branch.
      Routinely meets with senior Federal government officials and national scientific advisory groups to provide briefings, prepare position papers, and develop multi-year program budgeting requirements.
      Seeks opportunities to gain efficiency in Mission execution while creating benefits for the environment.

  • 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.
      • A supervisory probationary period may be required.
      • Direct deposit of pay is required.
      • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 30% 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 IAW OPM Requirements: 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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