Civil Engineer (Hydraulics), GS-0810-12 (71036)

Albuquerque, NMSouth Pacific Division (SPD) - Albuquerque District71036
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Announcement Type

TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

South Pacific Division (SPD) - Albuquerque District

Locations (City, State)

Albuquerque, NM

Position Overview/Duties

Serves as a Senior Water Management Specialist responsible for the analysis, operation, and control of complex, multipurpose water control systems and hydrologic basins throughout the Albuquerque District. The position plays a vital role in the management of water resources for flood control, water supply, hydropower, recreation, and environmental enhancement. The incumbent develops water control manuals, operates real-time forecasting systems, and leads the use of advanced modeling tools such as RiverWare and GIS.

Work is conducted in coordination with federal, state, and local agencies and involves high-stakes decisions during emergency operations. The position requires in-depth technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead junior engineers and technical staff.

Major Duties

1. Water Control Operations and Flood Event Management (20%)

  • Maintains continuous surveillance of large, complex water control systems.
  • Analyzes precipitation, runoff, channel conditions, and meteorological data to ensure optimal system performance.
  • Issues operational instructions and flood control forecasts.
  • Coordinates with agencies and hydroelectric operators, and responds during emergency events, including non-standard work hours.

2. RiverWare Model Development and Hydrologic Studies (50%)

  • Leads the development, calibration, and implementation of URGWOM models using RiverWare.
  • Conducts basin-wide hydrometeorologic investigations to assess operational impacts on runoff, streamflow, and other water uses.
  • Recommends changes in project criteria, develops new tools and methods for operations, and applies GIS in model development.

3. Product Development and Team Participation (15%)

  • Serves on multidisciplinary product development teams as the water management expert.
  • Provides guidance, assignments, and quality assurance to engineers, scientists, and technicians.
  • Interfaces with team leads and section chiefs for workload and performance management.

4. Technical Communication and Project Documentation (15%)

  • Prepares internal and external correspondence including Congressional inquiries and public reports.
  • Authors scopes of work, project study plans, status reports, and cost control documentation.
  • Participates in briefings, conferences, and contract administration related to hydrologic modeling and water policy.

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 competitive service. 

Minimum Education Requirement: Basic Requirements for Civil Engineering Series (GS-0810): A. Bachelor's degree in professional engineering from an ABET-accredited program, including:

  • A major in engineering; or

  • At least 24 semester hours in engineering (of which 12 must be upper-level) in specified areas.

    OR

The combination of education and experience – college-level education, training, and/or technical experience demonstrates:

  • A thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering.
  • Ability to apply engineering principles equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in the field.

 

Minimum Experience Requirement: GS-12 Level:

  • One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level.
  • Experience must demonstrate:
    • Operation and analysis of multipurpose water control systems.
    • Development and use of hydraulic and hydrologic models (e.g., RiverWare).
    • Preparation of flood reports, operation manuals, and technical assessments.
    • Coordination with federal, state, or local agencies on water management issues.

 

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 25% of the time. 

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

  • 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. 

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  • This is an overseas position: 

  • Proficiency in hydrologic forecasting, GIS, and water control software.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and perform high-level technical analysis.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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.