Geologist, GS-1350-13 (96702)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers seeks a Geologist specializing in HTRW to provide expert consultation on geological issues across districts and labs. The role involves analyzing complex geology problems, performing site visits, and ensuring quality management in GDQM processes.

Collaboration with HQUSACE, districts, and government partners is required. Qualified candidates will have a 4-year geology degree and 1+ year of specialized experience in HTRW geology, with travel as needed and potential for

Qualifications

• Professional knowledge of geology principles and closely related sciences.
• Experience with field or laboratory work, observation, sampling, instrument handling, data assembly, analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Reviews geological aspects of HTRW work performed by USACE districts and consulting firms.
• Develops and reviews HTRW geological investigations, design, and construction criteria, policy directives, and guidance.
• Represents USACE on national task forces and committees to address geological HTRW issues.

Skills

Geology

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology

Job description

USACE Organization

Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (HNC)

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

Locations (City, State)

Huntsville, AL, Omaha, NE, Alexandria, VA

Position Overview/Duties

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Serves as the HTRW technical specialist in the field of geology. Provides expert consultation service and advice on a broad range of geology-related issues in coordination with HQUSACE, districts, Corps R&D laboratories and other government agencies. Serves as an expert on geology related issues related to HTRW investigation methods and remediation technologies where there is little or no theory and new techniques and approaches need to be developed. Assists in resolving controversial technical issues between the design districts, construction districts, the EM CX, other government agencies, and private industry groups involved in HTRW remediation and environmental pollution abatement projects.

Reviews geological aspects of HTRW work performed by USACE districts and consulting engineering firms. Analyzes and formulates specialized geological solutions to unusual HTRW geology-related problems of considerable scope and complexity for which little or no guidance exists. The solutions to such problems are considered state-of-the-art, requiring the application of complex principles of geology. Conducts site visits of Corps HTRW projects during the field investigation and before and after construction to provide technical oversight, technical assistance, and/or assure Geotechnical Data Quality Management (GDQM) requirements are being met. Site visits are often times made at the request of the district in charge of the project.

Represents the Corps as a recognized authority on both regional and national task forces to resolve critical investigative, design, construction, or operational problems related to geological aspects of HTRW projects. Serves on Corps-wide and national technical committees, research and development evaluation committees, and agency guidance development committees. Consults with geology experts from other agencies and private industry on mutual HTRW geological problems and concerns. Evaluates need for, develops, and reviews HTRW geological investigation, design, and construction criteria, policy directives, and general guidance for Corps-wide applications. Recommends standards and guidelines for HTRW geological applications

Basic Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following:

A full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in geology.

In addition to geology coursework, 20 additional semester hours must be completed in any combination of mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological science, engineering fields (structural, chemical, civil, mining, petroleum), computer science, planetary geology, geophysics, meteorology, hydrology, oceanography, physical geography, marine geology, or cartography

B. Combination of Education and Experience

At least 24 semester hours in geology plus 20 additional semester hours in related courses (as above), combined with appropriate professional experience or additional education to total the equivalent of a 4-year degree.

Experience must provide professional knowledge of geology principles and closely related sciences, typically gained through field or laboratory work, including observation, sampling, instrument handling, data assembly, analysis, and reporting.

In addition to meeting one of the basic requirements above, you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

Specialized Experience: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes

• Resolving controversial technical issues between the design districts, construction districts, and other government agencies involved in HTRW remediation and environmental pollution abatement projects;
• Analyzes and formulates specialized geological solutions to an unusual HTRW geology-related problem;
• Evaluates needs for, develops, and reviews HTRW geological investigations, design, and construction criteria, policy directives, and other general applications;
• Represents USACE as a recognized authority on both regional and national task forces to resolve critical investigative, design, construction or operational problems in geological aspects of HTRW. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).

Other Conditions And Requirements

• 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.
• Direct Deposit of pay is required.
• Multiple selections may be made.
• Hiring incentives such as a relocation incentive 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 has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• The position is eligible for situational telework in accordance with local policies.
• Pay will be set at the time of job offer and will be based on the pay locality for that particular location.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.

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.