Acting Civil Works Program Officer, DJ-0340-05 (GS-15 equivalent) (75494)

Announcement Type

TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)

Position Type

Temporary

Position Not To Exceed (NTE) Time

180 days

USACE Organization

Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) Headquarters

Locations (City, State)

Vicksburg, MS

Multiple Locations

Position Overview/Duties

Serves as an ERDC-level Program Officer for research.  

• Establishes and implements a corporate approach to technical program formulation, analysis, review, and documentation for ERDC’s Civil Works direct portfolio.  
• Assists ERDC’s Technical Directors in ensuring that through planning and programming Civil Works programs are aligned to USACE and Army objectives.  
• Tracks technical program execution and performance to ensure research programs are executing to plan.  
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and communications with internal and external stakeholders.  
• Analyzes direct and reimbursable programs to identify linkages within the corporate portfolio that can be leveraged for future opportunities.  
• Provides leadership and direction in the preparation of ERDC-level responses to data calls and other actions, to include Congressional coordination, concerning the Civil Works research programs.  
• Performs a wide range of other duties in support of the Chief, Programs Office.
• DJ-05 position duties/responsibilities are equivalent to GS-15.

About ERDC -  https://youtu.be/Wa0zooZz410 

The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) is one of the premier engineering and scientific research organizations in the world. As the research organization of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, ERDC conducts R&D in support of the Soldier, military installations, and civil works projects (water resources, environmental missions, etc.) as well as for other federal agencies, state and municipal authorities, and with U.S. industry through innovative work agreements. ERDC research is developing innovative solutions for a safer, better world. 

Other Conditions and Requirements

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

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 180 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions longer than 180 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.

How to Apply: Combine and attach all the following into a single (1) consolidated document as your resume during the time of application:

• A resume highlighting qualifications, experience, and accomplishments 
• A statement of interest (limit of 2 pages) - Include reasons for wanting position and what you'd like to accomplish during your tenure 
• Endorsement from immediate supervisor (email format acceptable)

 
Questions or assistance needed on the consolidated document may be submitted to Mallory Douglas at mallory.h.douglas@usace.army.mil with cc: to Patrick.m.Kieffer@usace.army.mil        

Nominees will be selected based on the following qualifications:

• Experience working across multiple groups/organizations to achieve a common goal.
• Experience in strategic planning, metric development, review, and analysis.
• Experience with PDBP, P2, CWIFD, and 2101.
• Interviews will be conducted as needed.

 
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.

· This position is eligible for situational telework.

· 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 10% of the time.

· You must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.

If you have questions about the temporary assignment, please contact:  Patrick Kieffer at Patrick.m.kieffer@usace.army.mil.

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 IAW OPM Requirements: 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.