Regulatory Project Manager, GS-0401-11 (03606)

Announcement Type

Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp / Not DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) - Rock Island District

Locations (City, State)

Johnston, IA

Rock Island, IL

Position Overview/Duties

The Rock Island District's Regulatory Team works to improve and enhance the integrity of the nation's water resources and ensure that regulated activities in these waters are not contrary to the public interest, environmental, social, or economic concerns. Currently, our District's Regulatory team is seeking a Project Manager. Duties may include:

Evaluating all levels and types of DA permit applications, including complex and controversial projects, jurisdictional determination requests, compliance, and/or enforcement cases.

Preparing accurate and detailed documentation, e.g., Environmental Assessments (EAs), Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), etc.

Managing special programmatic initiatives and developing efficient permit procedures (e.g., General Permits).

Providing guidance to internal and external customers on the procedural aspects of the regulatory program.

Serving as the District representative on groups and task forces with missions of interest to the program.

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Other Conditions and Requirements

This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY.

WHO MAY APPLY: This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for noncompetitive placements, to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not-to-exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, repromotion to a grade previously held on a permanent basis, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below.

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Minimum Education Requirement for General Natural Resources Management and Biological Science series:

A bachelor's degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. Applicants must meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0400/general-natural-resources-management-and-biological-sciences-series-0401/

Minimum Experience Requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service, which includes: 1) Managing all levels and types of general permits and individual permits, reviewing for compliance with regulations, policies and laws; 2) Preparing draft policy letters, biological and environmental assessments and reviews, and providing guidance and advisement on environmental principles, regulations, policies, and laws.

Other Requirements:
- Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 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 one-year 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 10% 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 possession to operate vehicles.
- Hiring incentives may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.

- The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter.

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).

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/

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.